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CAI refuges offer discounted rates for its members and alpine clubs with reciprocal agreements. UK residents may wish to join the UK branch of the Austrian Alpine Club (http://aacuk.org.uk) if not the Italian Club (www.cai.it), both of which include rescue and emergency insurance cover.

Remember to change enough foreign currency before setting out on walks, as refuge staff cannot be expected to accept anything but euros in cash. Charges for bed and board were about €40-€50 a night at the time of writing, not including drinks. Credit cards are rarely accepted. Most large villages and towns have a cash point.

Mezza pensione or half board (meaning dinner, bed and breakfast) is commonly offered and usually an excellent deal. The huts all offer hot meals at both lunch and dinner. You may have the choice of a pasta dish or minestrone vegetable soup, followed by second courses of meat and various side dishes. Vegetarians will need to request special meals, which are not usually a problem and they will whip you up an omelette or cheese dish.