Alternative winter experiences, from ice-climbing in Italy to camping in Finland From ice skating and cross-country skiing to snowy train rides and cosy cabins stays, there are many memorable ways ...

Some people scoff at vacationing at Sirmione on Lake Garda. It’s so close to Vicenza, they say. Just a 45-minute drive; so unadventurous. Fine. They can have their ice-camping in Finland.