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With some of the most well-known ski areas in the world and hundreds of kilometres of trails for skiing and snowboarding, Italy is a true paradise for winter sports fans. There is something to meet everyone's taste: easy trails for beginners and hard ones for expert skiers, cross-country trails, downhill and glade skiing, and skiing on snow or ice. The options vary greatly, with destinations such as the Alps, boasting peaks that exceed 3,000 meters with snow all the year round, or the Apennines, with rounded peaks, and gradual slopes, creating the perfect backdrop for a winter vacation. One can choose from among the most famous and exclusive resorts, such as Cortina d'Ampezzo, Madonna di Campiglio, Courmayeur, Cervinia, Sestriere, Canazei, Brunico, and Bormio, or rather, the Apennine destinations which also offer exciting itineraries exploring the area's art and natural environment. Facilities that are fully-equipped for winter sports can be found almost everywhere and are ideal for family vacations with the kids. There is a wide array of options that can meet everyone's needs: hotels of various ratings, wellness centres, chalets, apartments, residences - everything one needs to have an enjoyable mountain vacation surrounded by an extraordinary landscape.
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