ST. MORITZ, Italy

St. Moritz is in the next valley west of Livigno. We leave in the morning for the 40 minute drive to Switzerland along Lake Livigno, over the dam on the Inn River and through the one way tunnel.
St. Moritz is one of the most renowned holiday resorts of the world. Chic, elegant and exclusive with a pronouncedly cosmopolitan ambiance it is situated at 5624 ft (1856 m) above sea level, in the middle of the lake dotted landscape of the Upper Engadine. The "dry, sparkling champagne climate" has become legendary and the famous sun of St. Moritz shines on an average of 322 days a year.

The spa resort is located on the mountain side of the Engadine facing south (at an altitude of 5624 ft). With its Romansch heritage, its proximity to Italy and mostly German speaking population St. Moritz is characterized by the influences from three different cultures. It originally gained its significance from its mineral springs, which had been known for their curative effects for some 3,000 years already. Next to its picture book location along and above the lake, St. Moritz offers an attractive blend of nature, culture, sports, activity and quiet.

Skiers can have a great day skiing and the non skiers can ride up the funicular to look around or have lunch with the skiers. Of course there is shopping with chic shops but bring money, this is Switzerland and it is not duty free.

In addition to spas and skiing there is curling, bob sled rides, the world famous horse racing on ice, ice skating, sledding and of course train trips.