AN ITALIAN AFFAIR

This summer, add falling in love with the picturesque towns along the shores of Lake Como and soaking in the beauty of the dynamic landscapes of Sicily to your travel list

- SAMREEN TUNGEKAR

LIKE A DREAM 

It's no secret that Lake Como has become a go-to destination for travellers all around the world especially the culturally inclined, curious kinds. Being bordered by the Alps is just one reason why Lake Como makes for a picturesque Italian getaway, add to that the magnificent gardens of Villa d'Este, Passalacqua, and Villa del Balbianello, and you have yourselves a truly scenic holiday.

Take a walk with the view of the lake, enjoy a boat ride in a luxurious Riva boat, or take a ferry ride to the Lecco arm of Lake Como - a path less taken by the quintessential tourist - to explore the Lecco mountains, meant for adventurous souls. For an artistic retreat, head further north on the eastern shore to Bellano.