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Winter Lodges
San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge,
Dolomites, Italy
Built in the 16th century as a bishop’s hunting
lodge, San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge is now
a family-run four-bedroom mountain retreat.
Luxuries on offer include a helipad, wine cellar
and mini-spa with a Finnish sauna and Turkish
bath. At 1,200 meters above sea level, the
panoramic views of the three valleys can be best
enjoyed from the heated outdoor whirlpool.
www.sanlorenzomountainlodge.com
Himalayan Eco Lodge
& Camp, Auli, India
From January to March, Auli becomes a
bustling hub for snow adventure activities.
Book your stay at the wonderful and
comfortable rooms of Himalayan Eco
Lodge and pick from the exhaustive list of
outdoor activities on offer. It also serves
as a perfect base to visit nearby places
such as the Valley of Flowers, Nanda Devi
Sanctuary, Kuari Pass and Roopkund.
www.himalayanecolodges.com.
Dunton Hot Springs, near Dolores, CO, USA
At first glance, Dunton Hot Springs gives off an aura of pristine
simplicity. But this 125-year-old mining-town-turned-high-end-resort,
blends rustic with cocoon-comfortable. The former saloon/dance hall is
now the dining room, serving mostly locally sourced food. Two cabins
are devoted to spa treatments. Local activities include cross-country
skiing, snowshoeing, and dogsledding on-site.
www.duntonhotsprings.com
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