The key to getting ahead of the masses when planning your Winter Olympic travels is to get creative and think outside the box– and while the host cities are technically Milan and Cortina, venues are actually spread throughout Northern Italy and offer inspiration for alternative itineraries. Discover where each sporting event will be taking place , and my suggested pairings with nearby destinations to make the most of your trip.

Skiing and traveling are two of my greatest passions, and being grateful for past experiences and setting goals for the future are the two practices I find most important for living a fulfilled life– creating this bucket-list allows me to celebrate all four of these elements at once, and I hope it will inspire you to do the same for yourself. Discover all of the bucket-list ski experiences I’ve had thus far, a map of every station and resort I’ve skied, and the destinations and experiences I hope to visit and accomplish someday.

If you intend to drive to your destination in the Alps and explore multiple regions and ski stations while you’re there, having a car is necessary. Learn why Sixt is my preferred rental car company for my ski trips to the Alps, and discover what I find most important when considering a rental car for your trip.

I’ve had great experiences finding weekly and monthly ski accommodations in the Alps on Airbnb and Booking.com, but if you feel that those options may be limited, you can also expand your search by checking other platforms or local agencies. Click to discover more trusted platforms for booking accommodations for your ski trip in the Alps.