<strong>Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy: </strong>Enjoy hiking and watching waterfalls in the Dolomites of northern Italy during summer. Afterward, how about a spa treatment at Hotel Cristallo? Click through the gallery for more ski areas that are great to visit off-season.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy: Enjoy hiking and watching waterfalls in the Dolomites of northern Italy during summer. Afterward, how about a spa treatment at Hotel Cristallo? Click through the gallery for more ski areas that are great to visit off-season.
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<strong>Courchevel, France: </strong>Hike or bike Mont Blanc (White Mountain). From July 7 to August 31, lifts are free. Unwind later with a cocktail and a spectacular view of the mountain you conquered.
Courchevel, France: Hike or bike Mont Blanc (White Mountain). From July 7 to August 31, lifts are free. Unwind later with a cocktail and a spectacular view of the mountain you conquered.
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<strong>Banff and Lake Louise, Canada:</strong> In summer, Banff is a perfectly chill spot to eat, drink and unwind. Take the Sulfur Mountain Gondola for a splendid view of Lake Louise and surrounding Canadian Rockies.
Banff and Lake Louise, Canada: In summer, Banff is a perfectly chill spot to eat, drink and unwind. Take the Sulfur Mountain Gondola for a splendid view of Lake Louise and surrounding Canadian Rockies.
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<strong>St. Moritz, Switzerland:</strong> Swanky and luxurious are two words often used to describe this lovely Swiss ski town. Sailboats are out in summer, and art is a big attraction here as well.
St. Moritz, Switzerland: Swanky and luxurious are two words often used to describe this lovely Swiss ski town. Sailboats are out in summer, and art is a big attraction here as well.
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<strong>Stowe, Vermont: </strong>Summers in this adorable Vermont town are relaxed and delicious -- don't leave without checking out one of the outstanding microbreweries.
Stowe, Vermont: Summers in this adorable Vermont town are relaxed and delicious -- don't leave without checking out one of the outstanding microbreweries.
Stowe
<strong>Niseko United, Japan:</strong> The northern Japanese island of Hokkaido is the country's best-kept ski secret and also a hidden summer gem when flowers are out in sunny force. You'll also want to take in an onsen (natural hot spring).
Niseko United, Japan: The northern Japanese island of Hokkaido is the country's best-kept ski secret and also a hidden summer gem when flowers are out in sunny force. You'll also want to take in an onsen (natural hot spring).
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<strong>Jackson Hole, Wyoming:</strong> This Western state's beloved ski town is glorious in the off-season. Hike, trek and then choose a restaurant with a view of the Grand Tetons in their jagged glory.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming: This Western state's beloved ski town is glorious in the off-season. Hike, trek and then choose a restaurant with a view of the Grand Tetons in their jagged glory.
Jackson Hole
<strong>St. Anton am Alberg, Austria:</strong> In far western Austria not so far from Switzerland, St. Anton am Alberg is great for skiing. But you'll be embraced by the remarkable Tyrolean hospitality any time of year.
St. Anton am Alberg, Austria: In far western Austria not so far from Switzerland, St. Anton am Alberg is great for skiing. But you'll be embraced by the remarkable Tyrolean hospitality any time of year.
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<strong>Vail, Colorado: </strong>Known for its sprawling terrain, the popular Colorado ski town of Vail has plenty to entice visitors in the off-season as well. A llama hike is one such offering. <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2Ftravel%2Fdestinations%2Fcolorado">Read more about travel in Colorado.</a>
Vail, Colorado: Known for its sprawling terrain, the popular Colorado ski town of Vail has plenty to entice visitors in the off-season as well. A llama hike is one such offering. Read more about travel in Colorado.
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