Cortina d’Ampezzo, 25 July 2022_Cortina IN is a new Incoming Operator – DMC working on the territory of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the Dolomites and the Veneto Region.

Lorenzo Gambato and Giulia Wedam are the two young founding members of Cortina IN, supported by their staff Eleonora Colli and Chiara Costa. They offer a new service: an incoming operator able to support companies in the organization of conferences, team buildings and related leisure activities. In addition, they will provide support to Cortinas’ guests during their holiday and for private events and special occasions, such as honeymoons, weddings and anniversaries.

“Cortina IN wants to offer a costumized product, which allows guests to visit Cortina d’Ampezzo and the entire Veneto: from Venice to the Prosecco Hills to the Dolomites. A file rouge that connects different UNESCO World Heritage Sites of our region” says Lorenzo Gambato.

“Cortina IN works for everyone” says Giulia Wedam “Local operators who want to create products that enhance the territory, individual guests who want to experience Cortina in a unique way, companies who want to organize their event in an exceptional location”.

Cortina IN started operating during spring-summer 20222, but already counts severalhigh-profile partners.

Here are some of the activities:

Cortina Summer Party

Cortina d’Ampezzo, 25 August 2022

The thirteenth edition of the Cortina Summer Party, organized by Red Squirrel Events will be supported for the first time by Cortina IN. The event will take place on the meadows surrounding the mountain hut Rifugio Socrepes on August 25th.

The mountain-style luxury pic nic held every year in Cortina.

Over 20 chefs and wine shops will offer a wide selection of tastings.

And the background will be just stunning: Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Dolomites, their nature and blue sky will contribute to make the event memorable. “The Cortina Summer Party has always paid attention to the sustainability of the event, using compostable dishes and cutlery and glass glasses” said Alvise Zuliani, managing director of Red Squirrel Events, event organizer. “This year we will try to increase our commitment, raising awareness on this senstive topic, which is essential in preserving the wonderful environment of Cortina and the Dolomites”.

Fashion, an essential part of the summer festival, will also have some news, involving guests in an exciting challenge for the best interpretation of the Tyrolean-style dress.

Conference of the National Corps of Mountain Rescue in Cortina

Cortina d’Ampezzo, 18 June 2022

The event was conceived and organized by the General Management of the National Corps of Alpine and Cave Rescue (CNSAS) with the support of Cortina IN, which took care of the accommodation management of over 70 guests and of the logistics of the event.

The event was structured in two moments.

The first part was a debate in the square Piazza Angelo Dibona, in the town center of Cortina. The topics discussed were prevention and collaboration between institutions for safety in the mountains.

The discussion was introduced by the Minister for Parliamentary Relations, Federico D’Incà.

Civil and military authorities participated as well, among them: Fabrizio Curcio, Head of the Department of National Civil Protection, Roberto Chieppa, Secretary-General of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, Guido Parisi, Head of the National Fire and Rescue Service, high representatives of the Financial Guard, of the Alpine Troops Command, of the Italian Air Force and of the State Police.

In addition, more authorities took part, representing the Health Sector of several Regions.

The second part of the event was in the mountains, for an aperitivo and dinner in a mountain hut, were authorities and guests could admire the enchanting beauty of the Queen of the Dolomites at sunset.

The collaboration between local and regional authorities is, in fact, is crucial to offer an effective response during emergencies.

Every year there are over 15 thousand mountain rescues, and 10 thousand are carried out by the CNSAS. And there are thousands of people saved by mountain rescue, a truly excellent service in Italy. And there are thousands of people saved by mountain rescue, a truly excellent service in Italy.

However, the number of victims is still high: more than 500 per year. Prevention is therefore not only essential, but vital.

Scarpa. International Sales Meeting

Cortina d’Ampezzo, 10-12 May 2022

An international Meeting organized by Scarpa with the support of Cortina IN.

One hundred participants came to Cortina from all over the world to test Scarpa products, a company that since 1938 has been aiming to refine the excellence of its products.

Three days of outdoor and indoor activities, with an opening dinner just under the Bell Tower of Cortina. Afterwards, the Scarpa Film Festival took place at the Congress Centre Alexander Girardi Hall.

The following day was all about product testing in the mountains, with the following program:

climbing in Cinque Torri, symbolic place par excellence of rock climbing Cortina; trail running along part of the Lavaredo Ultra Trail track, an iconic event for all ultra trail lovers; trekking in Col Gallina, with a historical re-enactor wearing an original World War I uniform.

And to close the morning activities: a Barbecue at mountain hut to celebrate the Dolomites.

Next, the first of the two workshops took place, divided in four selected structures in Cortina: a Museum, the Indoor Climbing Gym, the Congress Center and a 4-star hotel in the center.

34° Meeting of the Young Entrepreneurs of Northeast Italy

Cortina d’Ampezzo, 17-20 March 2022

The 34th Meeting of the Young Entrepreneurs of Northeast Italy was organized by Confindustria Veneto in Cortina, with the support of Cortina IN for the organization of side activities and accommodation management.

The first day the National Central Council was held in the square Piazza Angelo Dibona in the town center of Cortina. Afterwards, a Welcome Cocktail Experience was organized at the Indoor Climbing Gym and lastly a special dinner at mountain hut Rifugio Col Drusciè, with ascent by gondola Freccia nel Cielo.

On March 18th a conference was held in the square Piazza Angelo Dibona. Right after there was a Networking Lunch at the 4* Hotel Cortina and a Start-Up Contest in the sqaure. Finally again an ascent by cable car and dinner at mountain hut Rifugio Faloria. To end up the day a Party with DJ set was organized.

On Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th of May the participants of the conference could enjoy the perfect weekend, choosing their ideal acitivities from a wide range of options: relaxation in a wellness area, a visit to the local museums, Gourmet skiing with lunch on a panoramic terrace, snowshoeing, cocktails and live music.