6Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy

Cortina d’Ampezzo sits along the Boite river in the heart of the Southern Alps. It draws visitors from all corners of the world to enjoy its breathtaking scenery and opportunity for outdoor adventure against a backdrop of the jaw-dropping Dolomite Mountains. The skiing here is legendary, with steep plunges and uninterrupted sightlines used as a setting for numerous films, like James Bond’s “For Your Eyes Only,” and the original “Pink Panther.”

But it offers a lot more than skiing, outdoor enthusiasts can take part in an incredible variety of year-round open-air activities. Winter is also ideal for snowboarding, snowshoeing, sledding, and ice skating, and when the weather warms up, hiking, mountaineering, and mountain biking are just a few of the delights. Surprisingly, there are lots to do after dark too, with a hopping nightlife offering everything from bars to clubs and late-night discos.

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