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April to June 2017- Lecco, According to the Lecco city council website, a giant 30 meter high panoramic Ferris Wheel will be positioned along the lake in Lecco offering breath taking views of the Lake Como and the nearby Alps.… Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
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… Continue Reading
Piani Di Bobbio Piani di Bobbio is a great ski resort for a family and/or for beginners. The slopes are long and flat. There are also areas for sledding and snowboarding. You’ll find teachers and schools you can book lessons with as well.… Continue Reading
This article was originally published in The Huffington Post When I mention to people I live on Lake Como everybody says “Oh, near George Clooney?”. Way back in 2002, Clooney had bought Villa Oleandra in Laglio, on the western branch… Continue Reading
LarioStraordinario, a new guide book for the Lake Como district, created and co-ordinated by Viviana Musumeci and published by ItaliaStraordinaria is a extensive source of itineraries, food and cultural destinations as well as design, shopping and accommodation on Lake Como. I was invited… Continue Reading
Once a common fisherman’s boat and used as everyday transportation by the inhabitants of Lake Lecco and Lake Como, The Lucia, was immortalized in Alessandro Manzoni’s romantic tragedy, The Betrothed (I Promessi Sposi). Manzoni describes Lucia’s sentimental and moving departure… Continue Reading
“There’s nothing like forgetting about your things- to-do lists to look up and watch the explosions. In that moment the only thoughts crossing your mind are: What color will the bursts be? Will they be the big bang kind or the crispy… Continue Reading
Lake Como is shaped like an upside-down Y . Como is at the southwestern tip and Lecco is at the southeastern tip. At the middle point, we find Bellagio. All along the shores in between, there are lovely little towns… Continue Reading
Open map Are you planning to visit the Lake Como area? If so, you are in for a real treat! I am very grateful and fortunate to live live here. I have been living in this area for over 13… Continue Reading