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Tragic weekend in Alps - possible new emergency law

by Pat Eggleton | Tue, 02/09/2010 - 10:10

Eight people died over the weekend in Italian winter sports locations and ten people have been injured, two of them critically. Some of the tragedies may have…

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A cold wave in the Italian Alps

by Carla Passino | Tue, 01/12/2010 - 06:54

A cold wave had northern Italy firmly in its grip in the first few days of 2010. But for skiers hitting the slopes in the pretty resort of Courmayeur, in the…

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Three of Italy's Best Summer Mountain Holidays

by Italy Magazine Staff | Wed, 06/24/2009 - 10:37

Article updated on June 23, 2022. For a cooler alternative to a beach holiday, try Italy’s mountain villages. You’ll find majestic landscapes, rustic…

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In the heart of the Alps

by Fabio Casale | Mon, 05/25/2009 - 06:44

The Veglia Devero Natural Park is a protected area located in the western Italian Alps, in north-west Piedmont. It is a treasure chest of nature, aimed at…

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Italy’s Best Ski Resorts

by Carla Passino | Mon, 01/12/2009 - 06:23

Looking for an Italian ski resort for your next settimana bianca? We give you the lowdown on three of Italy’s very best mountain villages: Courmayeur, Cortina…

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Warm-up in the Alps

by ITALY | Fri, 01/25/2008 - 09:35

Climate change is hitting the Alps hard with major melting that is proceeding faster than expected, an environmental report warned on Monday.The report,…

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Apennines become open air school for students and tourists

by ITALY | Fri, 08/18/2006 - 07:23

The Apennines with their historical, cultural and natural heritage will become a school offering thousands of opportunities for learning while having fun.The…

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Alpine rail link protest continues

by ITALY | Thu, 04/27/2006 - 06:04

A long-standing protest against the construction of a high-speed rail link through the Italian Alps continued on Wednesday after the presentation of a report…