Harvesting Chestnuts on Monte Barro

How do you say Chestnuts in Italian? Castagne  I have to admit, I had no…

Beaches and Lidos Lake Como

Lake Como is a resort destination that you can visit without having to actually stay in a resort. Anywhere you go you can find public beaches, or secluded alcoves where you can sunbathe, relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the lake. Lido is the Italian word for beach, or beach club and are usually equipped […]

Lake Como in April, May, June

Lake Como, Italy in Spring is the most popular time of year for visitors. Lake Como is Italy’s most romantic holiday destination and one of the world’s top travel destinations. Visiting Lake Como in April, May or June the weather will be delightful and the landscape and gardens blooming. You’ll also be able to enjoy […]

Winter on Lake Como

What to do in the winter on Lake Como Lake Como is a popular destination in the spring and summer months for visitors looking for La Dolce Vita, sitting on a terrace overlooking the lake sipping prosecco, going boating or catching some rays on a local beach. It is true that many of the bigger hotels […]

Festa del Lago, Lake Como Festivals & Fireworks Shows

Blog written by Celia Abernethy updated 2023. We thought we’d do something different this year and go to Valmadrera and Malgrate to celebrate the Lecco Lake Festival.  Going to another town to celebrate sounds funny eh?  Well, there is some sense to this madness: Festa del Lago Lecco, Last Sunday in June Every year on […]

Full Day Private Tour in Lake Como

An unforgettable magical tour on Lake Como, to discover the pearl of Lombardy one of the most beautiful places in the world. from 704 euro for up to 3 passengers, click here to book. What’s Included WiFi on boardAir-conditioned vehiclePrivate car and driver an Departure & Return Departure Point Traveler pickup is offeredYour Hotel What […]

4 Exclusive Villas on Lake Como by Hotel Villa d’Este

Italy’s award-winning resort on Lake Como, Hotel Villa d’Este has four exclusive, luxury villas located on and nearby their legendary 25-acre park and gardens and world-renowned floating pool on the lake.  Immersed in the hotel’s centuries-old park are four splendid private villas, which can be rented by guests who would like to enjoy all the services of […]