Slovenia, Italy & Austria: Cross-Country Skiing the Alps​

The 4-star Hotel Almfrieden is spectacularly located in the middle of the Dachstein-Tauern region in the center of the 10-mile long and 2 1/2-mile wide sunny plateau of Ramsau. You’ll enjoy a quiet location on a hill and right on the cross-country ski trail. After a day outdoors, cozy up to the warmth of the open log fire with a glass of Austrian wine or head to the spa before dinner for a sauna or massage.

The hotel is located in the historic center of Salzburg providing the best location. All major sightseeing attractions and shopping are within walking distance. The colorful history of this landmark building can be traced back as far as 1377, making it one of Salzburg's oldest inns. It has been remodeled into a gem of a hotel with the restaurant Symphonie overlooking the river Salzach. Each room is individually appointed with much care and attention to detail.

The Hotel Donà Palace is a 14th-century palace and was the ancient residence of the Doge Donà. This elegant boutique hotel faces the Doge's Palace and has a small private garden. The property is bordered by the canal over which the famous Bridge of Sighs crosses, just a few steps away. The hotel is just a minute’s walk from Saint Mark's Square, yet offers a tranquil, private retreat.

This small hotel was built before the Second World War and has a long tradition as a family-run guesthouse (Slovenian Gostilna). A beautiful renovation in 2007 preserved the country style and simple, welcoming ambience. The hotel is located in Podkoren, outside Kranjska Gora, facing the World Cup ski track. It has a restaurant, a Paizl (pub) where locals stop for a chat and beer after work, and an ancient annex with ten apartments, a fireplace room and a small wellness area with sauna.