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Valle d'Aosta Travel Articles

Imagine a part of Italy where French is a second language, where Alpine ways of life persist into the 21st century, where traditional cuisine and viniculture combine with beautiful scenery and challenging hiking and winter sports. That's the Valle d'Aosta, Italy's smallest and least populated region, with only 120,000 permanent inhabitants. Less than 90 minutes from Geneva or two hours from Turin and Milan, the Valle d'Aosta has largely escaped the tourists that crowd many of Italy's more famous destinations. Its distinct culture -- at once Italian, French and uniquely Alpine -- draws those who seek quiet and natural wonders on their travels.

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Skiing in Italy: The 411 on the Italian Ski Experience (Dec. 2009/Jan. 2010)
You know you fantasize about skiing in Italy! Imagine skiing between jagged pink rock spires under ever-changing Alpine skies. And its not just about sport and scenery but incorporates food and fashion, too. Come on this is Italy. Ski expert Everett Potter explains... . . . read more
Where to Ski in Italy: Best Italian Ski Resorts and Mountain Towns (Dec. 2009/Jan. 2010)
When you're ready to book an Italian ski vacation, we can tell you which ski resorts in Italy are worth visiting. From Cortina to Sestriere, our ski expert profiles six Italian ski resorts and where to stay in each. . . . read more
On the Trail of Fontina Valle d'Aosta (November 2008)
Italy's smallest region offers up some amazing cheeses - among them Fontina. Where to taste in Italy. A winter recipe incorporating Fontina at home. . . . read more
Valle d'Aosta: Italy's Small Wonder (November 2006)
Imagine a part of Italy where French is a second language, where Alpine ways of life persist into . . . read more