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 ...

A malpensa to lake como transfer sounds simple until you stop saying “Lake Como” and name the actual place. Como city is about 50 km from Malpensa Airport and can take around 45 minutes by car.

Just 60 km from Milan, on the eastern shore of Lake Como, lies Varenna. With its cobbled lanes, warm-toned houses and breathtaking views, this village is one of Italy’s most authentic. Once you set ...

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 ...

Palazzo Genazzini, a restored historic lakeside property in the heart of Bellagio, will open on 1 June 2026 following an extensive redevelopment by Francesco Pastorelli Architetti and Studio Reveria.