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Another good week in Dobbiaco. Worries about snow conditions were unnecessary. Most trails were open, although not all had cut tracks. This is one advantage of a major x-c skiing centre – they were busy making artificial snow to improve the tracks used in the marathon that was run shortly before this week, and the World Cup races that were due in a few weeks. Plenty of scope for a grade 3 group.
Most Inspirational Moment
A morning trying skate technique again. It sort of worked. Or at least we could see how it might work, if we had the balance, confidence, and thighs for it.
Thoughts on Group Leader
First rate. All admin and social aspects of the holiday were fine (even with a small group of just 5), and Ingrid is an extremely skilful skier and teacher of skiing.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The main advice is to seriously consider skiing in January rather than the peak time - February. Cafes and trails are far less busy, and it is, of course, much easier to get a single room. Then again, if too many people switch to January then I might find it difficult to get a single room.
Yet another great week at Dobbiaco. Tracks were all based on artificial snow, but there was enough of the real stuff to top them up and make everything look pretty. The work done to create tracks was most impressive, and there were plenty to keep us occupied all week. As a regular, it’s great to recognised and welcomed back to the Tschurtschenthaler hotel, which fed us as well as ever.
Most Inspirational Moment
Skiing in Fischleintal in heavy snow, standing still and hearing absolutely nothing but snowflakes landing on my waterproof. Also doing some off-track skiing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ingrid was a great leader, good company to be with, and we appreciated her reccies by bike to suss out the best ski areas for us. She helped us to improve our skiing whilst still having plenty of time to just enjoy being out on the tracks. She responded to the wishes of the group so that everyone was able to have the holiday they wanted.
Superb conditions and leadership by Anne, Alex, and Lorraine at what I think is your best southern European x/c ski base.
Exodus is the only UK Company which does properly-led daylong x/c ski – unlike your competitors such as Ramblers, which treat x/c as downhill skiing (which it definitely isn’t!)
It’s a great shame, therefore, that Exodus does not offer more southern European venues for x/c ski, having drastically reduced these following acquisition of Waymark
I hear this complaint again and again from fellow Exodus x/c skiers. And we all fear that exodus will allow this activity to wither on the vine if it is not careful.
X/c ski is superb outdoor activity which should be promoted as the ideal winter fitness activity – it also has some Royal patronage – Pippa Middleton did an x/c ski race last year!
One other thing – you specify that grade 1 and 2 are suitable for people with little or no experience. But you should make it clear that a level of fitness similar to regular hill walking or cycling is necessary. I have seen so many people have a ruined experience of x/c ski simply because they don’t do sufficient regular exercise, and that causes such difficulties for the Leaders, and, indeed, the other suitably fit participants who have to hang back or stop all the time so that these people can catch up!
Good, reliable skiing. Even when snow is thin there’s always something, and this season conditions were more than adequate – I could finally reach the Cortina cross-country centre (I’ve been waiting since 1988 to get there).
Most Inspirational Moment
The sheer beauty of some of the locations, particularly when skiing alone, in the quiet (well, except for a squeaky binding)
About my 6th trip back to this lovely area and friendly welcoming hotel. Excellent group, super new spa in hotel and different routes to ski this year….when can I go again please?
Most Inspirational Moment
Being in the beautiful Giesertal valley, the fun of the experience showers and relaxing new spa.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Anne is inspirational and a great person and teacher tailoring her tuition to everyones individual needs. Alex is super fun and has an incredible knowledge of the mountains. Both are excellent skiers.
Ski-ing in the Dolomites is an absolute pleasure – plenty of excellent tracks in stunning scenery – and lots of opportunities for jagertee and strudel
Most Inspirational Moment
getting up to the end of the valley above Taisten and enjoying the stunning scenery .... and meeting the legendary Eric Wooley for the first time after 30 years of Waymark/Exodus holidays
Thoughts on Group Leader
brilliant - not just a good ski leader/teacher - a good group facilitator - with an inspiring sideline in extreme adventure holidays ...... and when our flight home was moved from Innsbruck to Munich he provided donuts and water - so thoughtful of him
Advice for Potential Travellers
make the most of the group - talk to everybody and make friends - so many good interesting companions
South Tyrol and the Dolomites are a must see, Mahler was here and so was the 1914-18 war.
Hotel excellent and Guides struck just the right tone.
The number of guests returning is testament to the quality of the Exodus experience here.
Go see it before it is spoiled by mass tourism.
Most Inspirational Moment
Sorry guys it was the scenery - ice crystal rainbows in cloud over a mountain were a natural wonder.
This resort is excellent for beginners and improvers. The integrated and impressive public transport system ,with our local pass,gave us access to a good variety of terrain,within stunning mountain settings. Having grade 1 and 2 running the same week together gave me confidence I would get training and challenges I could cope with. Older people who are reasonably fit from taking good walks should not be afraid to try this sport. The new spa at the Turchsentaler Hotel has been fitted out to a high standard and is a delightful place to easy away aches and pains and relax before dinner.
Most Inspirational Moment
Ski ing down through the forest with a blue sky and sunshine beneath the wonderful pink tinged rocky cigs of the magnificent Dolomites
Thoughts on Group Leader
David Davies continues to be an inspiring leader: great fun ,keen to get us trying techniques and subtly and supportingly helping those who struggled to find the right level of participation : a crucial attribute of a holiday leader.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't be put off by snow reports: though this was the year of least snow and it was melting away in the town, our leaders found us good tracks up the valleys just short bus rides away.
excellent trip despite less than ideal conditions at base hotel
Most Inspirational Moment
do me a favour!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alexu was definitely amongst the top 5 leaders that I have encountered in many years of experience of x/c ski not only with Exodus, but also with Waymark
This is the 7 th time we have done cross country skiing in Dobiacco, as we love the Dolomite scenery and the extensive choice of trails. Unfortunately this time there was no snow in Dobiacco! However, our leader had researched available areas of snow for us, so we were able to ski every day.
Most Inspirational Moment
Cross country skiing along white ribbons of loipe meandering through green meadows, surrounded by mountains. - most unusual! We also travelled to a high area, to ski in sparkling snow fields under an intense blue sky.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alex planned our holiday very well despite the lack of snow. He found snow for us every day! He was a friendly leader, with lots of interesting tales to tell of his adventures.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you are unlucky enough to have insufficient snow for skiing, don't worry. Dobiacco and the surrounding area is still beautiful without snow, and there are endless possibilities for excellent walks. Take your camera! After a days skiing, I recommend a delicious Italian ice cream and a hot chocolate (really thick!) in the cafe opposite, then a swim in the hotel pool.
