Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy’s top luxury ski destination, offers significantly lower costs for snowboarding compared to Aspen, Colorado. A weekend trip to Cortina cost $2,700, including flights, while Aspen would have been even pricier. Lift tickets in Cortina are roughly $73, whereas Aspen tickets can reach up to $244. Additionally, gear rentals are cheaper in Italy at around $50 daily. This comparison indicates that even though Cortina is known for its luxury, it can be more affordable than some of its American counterparts.
Renting gear was also less costly in Italy.
The trip cost $2,700, including flights.
Back home, I'm a drive away from another place with a ritzy reputation - Aspen, Colorado.
Skiers can access the Dolomites' dozen resorts, including Cortina d'Ampezzo, with a lift ticket that costs 70 euros.
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