The Dolomites adds up

For something different, that is just as much about culture as skiing, head to the village of Ortisei/ Urtijëi in Val Gardena, Italy. The village is very family friendly, with accommodation such as Adler Dolomiti Spa & Sport Resort, which has some Australian families coming back year after year. Hotel Adler is an excellent base from which to explore the Dolomiti Superski, a massive interconnected ski area and, from 2016-17, offered as part of Vail Resort’s Epic Pass. With 450 modern lifts and cable cars and 1200 kilometres of perfectly groomed trails, Dolomiti Superski is massive. Guests of Hotel Adler can catch an escalator directly to the Seceda Cable Car, or walk a few minutes to the funicular that goes to the Alpe di Siusi gondola. Then there is the Gardena Ronda Express that gives fast access to the legendary Sellaronda ski circuit. The hotel organises daily ski- guiding and ski safaris, with experienced guides taking guests to the Sellaronda and the Marmolada glacier. Also take the time to visit the 12th- century Church of San Giacomo. Adler also has Adler Mountain Lodge, a new five-star hotel on Alpe di Siusi, the largest Alpine plateau in Europe. www.adler- dolomiti.com www.valgardena.it Telluride is one of the most beautiful ski resorts in the world, with its two ski towns, colourful history and views over the surrounding San Juan Mountains. A wonderful option for families is Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge, which is in the convenient Mountain Village. The hotel gives prime access to the lifts, ski school, shops and restaurants and, it is so easy to head to the town of Telluride on the free scenic gondola. The property is well set up for families with babysitting services, kids' club, prams and high chairs. They will even child proof your room with outlet plugs and cabinet locks. There’s a pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a games room and all a family could need. www.fairmont.com/klammer-lodge-telluride