There is no better way to see Lake Como than from the water. The villas, the gardens, the villages arranged along the shore — from a private boat, it all reveals itself differently. The proportions change. The scale becomes clear. And the lake, which from land feels like a backdrop, suddenly becomes the centre of…
Lake Como from the water is one thing. Lake Como from above is another entirely. The mountains, the villas, the villages arranged along the shoreline, the deep blue-green of the lake itself — from a rooftop, it all comes together in a way that no ferry ride or lakeside terrace can replicate. The best rooftop…
Lake Como has a reputation problem when it comes to food. Travelers arrive expecting mediocre tourist menus and overpriced pasta with a view — and in the most crowded spots on the most crowded days, that is exactly what they find. But it is not the whole picture. The best restaurants on Lake Como are…