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4. Ski Portillo – Chile

If you’ve ever wanted to take a relaxing swim in the middle of a wintry mountain, then head over to Ski Portillo, Chile’s most historic ski resort. The outdoor pool is heated by geothermal energy, and remains a comfortable temperature all year round, even though there’s snow and ice as far as the eye can see. The resort has a variety of accommodations, ranging from single rooms to an entire chalet that you can rent out for your family. Rooms start at $2,500 per week.

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