That's where the couple keeps their road, mountain, fixed gear and cyclo-cross bikes, a workbench and bins for a host of accessories.

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Recreation includes a pond for fishing and canoeing, downhill and cross country ski areas, hiking and mountain biking trails, tennis, and much more.

FORBES: Twin Farms, Barnard, VT

Modern lifts, primed ski slopes from "Sesame Street" to "Death Wish", solitary cross-country trails through untouched nature, cosy mountain huts, steaming mulled wine, hearty dinners by a crackling fire - all are hallmarks of a German skiing holiday.

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You can then cross the border into Burma, or you can pars-leave the group for a hike through the jungles near Katiliya Mountain Resort and Spa, where you'll stay for night seven and eight.

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