Delicious food, gorgeous views, wine-tasting galore: Lake Garda has it all. Scratch thoughts of this only being the playground of the super-rich (though Tom Cruise, Drew Barrymore and the Beckhams have all visited in their time).

Lake Garda, nestled in the foothills of the Dolomites and surrounded on all sides by steep hills, is only a forty minute drive from Verona, and it’s simply bursting at the seams with things to do, luxurious hotels to relax in and tiny cantinas where you can sample local olive oil and wine. In short, it’s a bit of a hidden gem – and here’s our guide for making the most of your time there.