Forget the Amalfi Coast, Capri and the Riviera. The hottest destination in Italy these days is Lake Como. About an hour’s drive north of Milan, the region has an unbelievably picturesque setting that ...

The artist Nancy Cadogan first visited Lake Como in 2002 with her boyfriend, Edward Guinness, whose family—descendants of the brewery founder—own a waterfront villa there. Ed is now her husband, and ...

It's no secret that Lake Como has long been considered a gem in northern Italy. With its sparkling blue waters and villa-lined shores, the lake has attracted everyone from Roman aristocrats to ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By Dina Mishev, The Washington Post VARENNA, ITALY — Traveling via water gives you a different perspective. Sitting in the front cockpit of a tandem kayak ...

Riding around Lake Como is one of cycling’s great experiences — a stunning mix of challenging climbs, fast descents, and postcard-perfect views. My loop from Hotel Il Perlo in Bellagio took in the ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The best things to do in Lake Como include slow walks and historic properties - FRANK LUKASSECK Nestled at the foot of the Alps, ...