Category Archives: Italy – Dolomites

Day 2: Descent in the Dolomites

Posted on June 16, 2012 by simpletravelourway

We woke up early, slipped into our clothes, put packs on our backs, and raced out the door with hiking poles in hand.  We enjoyed one more amazing vista from Nuvolau’s deck.  Wonderful!  The days’s trek was to be a … Continue reading →

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Day One: Sleeping right on top of the mountain

Posted on June 11, 2012 by simpletravelourway

You have to hike up a mountain for a full day to get to this view. Hiking is superb in the Dolomites.  Why don’t more people take a detour north from Venice to enjoy these craggy mountains?  They’re now a UNESCO … Continue reading →

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Cortina d’Ampezzo – Days 2 – 3

Posted on April 9, 2012 by simpletravelourway

Think Italy, with a touch of Austria. Imagine snowy mountains – and not just any mountains, but the rugged Dolomites. Picture a quaint and hospitable town. Cortina is the town you envision. Cortina was host of the 1956 Winter Olympics … Continue reading →

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Dolomites: Day 2 hike to Rif. Vallandro

Posted on November 1, 2011 by simpletravelourway

We enjoyed one of those days that couldn’t be better for hiking: great weather, anticipation of a truly scenic walk (supposed to be one of the best in the Dolomites), and the good company of our cousins.  Off we go!  … Continue reading →

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