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Jessie Diggins Extends Tour de Ski Lead With 2 Victories, While Gus Schumacher Wins 2nd Career World Cup

It has been a standout New Year’s race period for Team USA on the FIS Cross-Country Skiing World Cup circuit. Jessie Diggins extended her commanding lead in this season’s Tour de Ski with back-to-back victories in Toblach, Italy, while Gus Schumacher capped off New Year’s Eve with a breakthrough win in the men’s race, giving the United States a rare […]
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Italian Ski Resort Sparks Controversy After Using Helicopters to Dump Snow on Bare Slopes

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Monte Bondone ski resort above Trento in Italy is facing mounting criticism from environmental groups after reports surfaced that operators used a helicopter to ferry snow onto a wind-stripped slope earlier this month. The move, first reported by Corriere del Trentino and later detailed by the Daily Mail, has intensified debate over how far alpine destinations should go to maintain […]
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[VIDEO] “Made in Italy”—Riding the Famed Aiguille de l’Amône

Taking place after the events of 3AM: Snowboarding the Chuting Gallery, “Made in Italy” is the story of freeride snowboarder Juan Peon’s journey to the Alps to ride the famed Aiguille de l’Amône (The Needle of Lamone). Towering spires, technical couloir riding, and a visit to Superior Optic’s manufacturing facility in Italy where their products are handcrafted. This is the […]
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The Olympic Torch Has Officially Been Lit, Kicking Off Ceremonies for the 2026 Olympics In Italy

The Olympic torch has officially been ignited, building a feeling of excitement and anticipation around the world. On November 26, at the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, Greece, the inaugural Lighting Ceremony of the Olympic Flame took place. This historic ceremony kicks off the famed Olympic Torch Relay, starting the torch’s journey from Athens, Greece, to Milan, Italy. Related: Americans are […]
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Italian Adventure Company ‘Unusual Experience’ Connects Ikon Pass Holders with What the Alps are All About

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For skiers looking to turn their Ikon Pass into more than just a ticket to the lifts, Unusual Experience is redefining what it means to explore the Alps. The Aosta Valley-based guiding company is offering fully customizable, locally guided ski adventures across some of Italy’s most iconic mountain destinations—all included in the Ikon Pass network. Led by IFMGA-certified mountain guides […]
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Criminal Investigation Launched into the Death of Rising Ski Star Matilde Lorenzi

A year after the tragic death of 19-year-old Italian ski promising star Matilde Lorenzi, investigators from the Prosecutor’s Office in Bolzano have opened a formal criminal case including two named suspects in connection with the crash. The announcement represents a significant development in what had previously been treated as a tragic but accidental training incident. Related: Italian Ski Racer Killed […]
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Ikon Pass Welcomes 5 Mountains of Valle d’Aosta in Italy for Winter 2025-26

Iconic Courmayeur Mont Blanc, Italy, Joins Ikon Pass DENVER, CO, August 26, 2025 – Ikon Pass will offer five new mountains within the stunning Valle d’Aosta region of the Italian Alps for winter 2025-26, unlocking even more of Europe for Ikon Pass holders. Score your Ikon Pass at its current low rates before prices go up. Related: Courmayeur, Italy, Report: […]
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How to Volunteer at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics

Volunteering at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics offers a front-row seat to an incredible array of sports, including alpine skiing, ice hockey, snowboarding, ski jumping, and bobsled. The Games will feature sports across various disciplines, attracting athletes from over 90 countries. Typically, the Winter Olympics host about 2,800 athletes, all competing at the highest level in their respective sports. These […]
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Ski Duo Breaks Speed Record on Mont Blanc, Skiing All 4 Faces and Climbing 24,000 Vertical Feet in Stunning 21 Hours

Record-setting alpinist Benjamin Védrines, 32, and partner Nicolas Jean recently conquered all four of Mont Blancs incredible faces in an impressive 21 hours. While that accomplishment might be incredible enough, the fact that these two mountaineers conquered the amazing feat in June makes it even more astonishing. Mont Blanc, sitting at an elevation of 15,777 feet, hold snow near its […]
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New Hope for Kanin-Sella Nevea Cross-Border Resort as Slovenian Government Commits €30 Million

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After nearly two years of closure, the Kanin-Sella Nevea ski resort straddling the Slovenian-Italian border could soon reopen, as the Slovenian government has pledged up to €30 million for the construction of a new cable car from Bovec to the mountain’s summit. According to Slovenian newspaper Primorske Novice, the cabinet formally endorsed a letter of intent on June 12, contingent […]
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Italy’s Madonna di Campiglio Ski Area to Cap Daily Visitors in Effort to Curb Overtourism

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In a first for Italy, the renowned Madonna di Campiglio Ski Area will introduce a cap on daily skier entries starting next winter season. The decision aims to improve slope safety, enhance guest experience, and tackle the mounting challenges of overtourism during peak holiday periods. Related: Avalanche Risk at Maximum as Season’s Biggest Snow Storm Shuts Down European Ski Areas […]
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Courmayeur Ski Resort, Italy, Dedicates Ski Run to Federica Brignone, Honoring Her Extraordinary Career and Dominant World Cup Season

This past Sunday, Courmayeur ski resort in Italy’s Aosta Valley officially renamed one of its iconic ski runs to honor Italy’s most decorated female alpine skier. Slope 14 will now bear the name of Federica Brignone, a tribute to her exceptional achievements and lifelong connection to the Aosta Valley. Related: Pushing the Age Limit: Lindsey Vonn’s Historic Podium at Age 40 […]
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