A wedding with mountain views, a birthday stay in a chalet or a company retreat with time outdoors. The Dolomites offer different ways to gather in every season, with mountain hotels, village stays and meals that bring everyone back together.
The Italian Chapter plans weddings, private celebrations and corporate retreats in the Dolomites for international clients. Alessia Piperno leads the planning with selected collaborators and trusted local suppliers, coordinating venues, accommodation, transport, dining and activities.
Your time in the mountains
Some guests may want a morning on the slopes or a guided walk. Others may prefer the spa, time in the village or a late breakfast at the hotel. A mountain gathering works well when everyone can enjoy the stay and still come together for the moments that matter.
We help choose a base around the occasion, the season and the people attending. The setting is considered alongside bedrooms, dining spaces, access and the activities available nearby.
For a company retreat, that might mean meetings at the hotel and an afternoon outdoors. For a wedding or birthday, it could be a few days with friends and family, with the main celebration at the centre of the stay.
Where to stay
The Dolomites cover several valleys and different arrival routes. We begin with your guests, preferred dates and the kind of stay you want, then explore properties in suitable locations.
Ortisei, Santa Cristina and Selva provide starting points for a stay with mountain activities and time in the villages. We compare accommodation and access to the experiences you want to include, alongside the spaces needed for the event.
Alta Badia can suit a gathering with food and time in the mountains at its heart. We consider hotels, dining and activities around your chosen village, with different plans for guests who want different levels of activity.
A stay around Alpe di Siusi can include walks, views and meals in the mountain setting. The exact location of the property matters: we check arrival arrangements, access and how guests will move between their accommodation and the programme.
Cortina offers another base for a mountain celebration or company gathering, with hotels, dining and time in town alongside excursions. We review the practical journey to each proposed venue and activity.
A base in Val di Fassa can combine mountain activities with village visits and regional food. We select accommodation around the event requirements and build the programme using realistic journeys within the valley.
Your occasion
A mountain hotel, chalet or venue with a view can provide the setting for a wedding and a stay with your guests. We help explore suitable properties and coordinate catering, flowers, entertainment, accommodation and transport.
For an outdoor celebration, we consider access and a comfortable indoor alternative from the beginning. Welcome meals and activities can be arranged around the wedding day.
A birthday, anniversary or family gathering can become several days in the mountains. We organise accommodation, private dining and experiences around the people you are inviting.
The programme can offer time outdoors, food experiences and quieter alternatives, with shared meals and the main celebration bringing everyone together.
Leadership gatherings, company retreats and incentive programmes can combine working time with shared mountain experiences. We help source the bedrooms, meeting facilities, equipment and dining arrangements the team needs.
We can help source meeting rooms, suitable coworking spaces or private working areas, with breakout space where required. Mountain hotels are usually the starting point; not every chalet is equipped for working sessions, and where a separate space is needed we consider the journey in the season you are travelling. We select the workspace around the number of participants, the meeting format and room layout, Wi-Fi and connectivity, screens and audiovisual equipment for presentations or video calls, privacy and quiet, proximity to the accommodation, and catering or access hours where relevant.
Activities are chosen around the group’s interests and abilities. A guided outing, a cooking session or a relaxed lunch can offer time together outside the meeting room.
Venues & Accommodation
We look at how the property will host your group, including the rooms, shared spaces, service and journeys involved in the stay.
A hotel can bring accommodation, dining and wellness facilities together. For corporate events, we check meeting spaces, Wi-Fi and equipment. For weddings and private celebrations, we review reception rooms, menus and the areas available for private use.
A chalet can offer a personal base for a smaller gathering. We check bedroom arrangements, catering options and shared spaces, along with whether events are permitted and what staffing is included.
A restaurant or mountain hut may suit a lunch or celebration dinner. We confirm the capacity, opening dates and access arrangements, including how guests will return after the meal.
When one venue cannot accommodate everyone, we can coordinate nearby hotels and transport. Different room budgets and mobility needs are considered before the arrangements are confirmed.
Time outdoors
In the warmer months, the programme can include guided walks, cycling and time in the landscape. We choose activities around the location of the stay, the conditions and what your guests enjoy.
A guide can help choose a route with the right distance, ascent and terrain for the group. Shorter walks and more demanding hikes are treated as different experiences, with alternatives for guests who prefer to stay closer to the property.
Where lifts are operating, a journey up the mountain can be combined with time to enjoy the view and lunch. We check access, opening times and the return arrangements before including it in the programme.
A guided e-bike ride can introduce the surrounding landscape to guests who are comfortable cycling. Routes and equipment are selected for the participants’ experience, with the hills and surfaces considered in advance.
A seasonal visit to a mountain dairy or producer can introduce regional food and the work behind it. Tastings and demonstrations depend on the host’s programme and the practical access to the location.
Winter in the Dolomites
A winter celebration or retreat can include skiing without making it the only reason to come. We plan shared meals and group time around different daytime options.
We can coordinate ski-school arrangements, equipment hire and the practical details around time on the slopes. Beginners and experienced skiers may need separate plans, with the schedule built around the group’s abilities.
A suitable winter walk or guided snowshoe experience offers another way to spend time outdoors. The route depends on current conditions and the participants, with qualified local professionals advising on the appropriate activity.
Guests who prefer a slower day may enjoy time at the hotel or a wellness session where facilities are available. We check what is included in the stay and which services require separate reservations.
A private room, a chalet meal or a restaurant visit can bring everyone together in the evening. We coordinate menus and transport, particularly when the setting is away from the accommodation.
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Around the table
The food changes as you move between valleys. Ladin traditions and regional Italian and Tyrolean influences give the stay different flavours, with local cheeses, dumplings, filled pasta and seasonal dishes among the possibilities.
A cooking session, producer visit or guided tasting can introduce the area through its food. We choose the host and format around the group, with dietary needs discussed before menus are confirmed.
For the main celebration, we help organise the setting, service, table arrangements and any entertainment. A lunch with a view and an evening meal at the hotel can play very different parts in the programme.
Before you book
The most suitable airport or rail connection depends on the chosen valley and your guests’ departure points. We compare the actual routes before recommending transfers, allowing for the final approach to the property.
Hotels, lifts, mountain huts and activity providers may operate seasonally. We check what will be available during your stay and how opening times affect the programme.
We discuss mobility, confidence outdoors and preferred activity levels early. The programme can offer alternatives while keeping meals and the main event as shared moments.
Outdoor activities need flexibility, while equipment, guides, transfers and lift tickets can affect the overall cost. We explain the inclusions and alternatives alongside the accommodation and event arrangements.
Your planning team
You work directly with Alessia Piperno on the occasion, the guests and the decisions along the way. Her background in hospitality, concierge services and guest relations informs how the event and the stay are brought together.
Selected collaborators and trusted local suppliers support the project according to its requirements. Mountain activities are arranged with appropriately qualified local professionals, while we coordinate the programme, communication and practical details.
For clients planning from abroad, calls, shared proposals and live video visits where available can help with venue choices. The on-site team and responsibilities are agreed as part of the event plan.
Questions We Are Often Asked
Yes. We help with venue research, supplier coordination, accommodation, transport and the events around the wedding. We consider your preferred season, guest numbers and budget alongside the setting and the indoor alternative for any outdoor plans.
Options may include mountain hotels, suitable private chalets, restaurants and dedicated event spaces. Permissions, capacity and access vary by property. We check these details before recommending a venue for your plans.
They can suit leadership gatherings, company retreats and incentive programmes when the venue meets the accommodation and working requirements. We check meeting facilities, equipment and connectivity, then coordinate dining, transport and appropriate group experiences. We can also help source meeting rooms and suitable working spaces, checking layout, connectivity, equipment and privacy for your sessions.
Yes. We can plan a private celebration or several days together, including accommodation, meals and optional activities. The arrangements consider different ages, interests and levels of activity within the group.
That depends on the experience you want. A warmer-season stay might include walking, cycling and mountain lunches, while winter plans may include skiing, suitable winter walks and time at the hotel. We check opening dates and services for the specific location before recommending a programme.
No. We can plan alternatives such as food experiences, village visits, wellness facilities where available and time at the property. Shared meals and the main event can bring everyone together after different daytime activities.
We can coordinate suitable ski schools, equipment hire and the related schedule. Lessons are planned around ability and group requirements. Lift passes, equipment and other inclusions are confirmed separately in the proposal.
We can explore suitable options, checking seasonal opening, group capacity and access. A mountain hut may depend on a lift, a walk or another specific transfer arrangement, so the return journey is planned as carefully as the meal.
We discuss alternatives with the relevant providers during planning and adjust the programme according to conditions. Mountain professionals determine whether their activities can operate. Any rescheduling or cancellation arrangements depend on the services booked.
The most practical airport depends on the valley, available flights and the exact location of your accommodation. We assess the full journey before recommending an arrival route. There is no single airport or transfer time that suits every Dolomites stay.
The total depends on the date, property, guest numbers and programme. Accommodation, food, event suppliers, guides, equipment, lift tickets and transfers may all contribute. An approximate budget helps us explore the right combination of venue and experiences.
Much of the preparation can take place through calls, shared proposals and information from venues and suppliers. Live video visits may help where available. Alessia can discuss which decisions can be made remotely and whether an in-person visit would be useful.
Share your preferred dates, approximate guest numbers and budget, along with the kind of mountain stay you have in mind. We can discuss the setting, the activities and the support you need.