I compared ski trips in Colorado and Italy's Dolomites. One feels like a party, while the other is better for serious skiers.

I compared ski trips in Colorado and Italy's Dolomites. One feels like a party, while the other is better for serious skiers.

Two pairs of skis in Cortina d'Ampezzo.Monica Humphries/Business InsiderAfter a few snowboarding seasons in Colorado, I took my first ski vacation to Italy's Dolomites.From the mountain terrain to the costs, the regions varied drastically.Ultimately, I thought the Dolomites offered a well-rounded vacation, but I prefer Colorado's slopes.Learning to love snowboarding has been a journey. My first lesson ended with me unstrapping and walking down t…