Discover Italy from a unique perspective with a memorable cruise. Our selection of the 10 best cruises in Italy brings together the most exclusive travel experiences the Bel Paese has to offer. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, an action-packed adventure or a relaxing family vacation, there is a cruise to Italy for you. From the charm...

Lake Maggiore, west of Lake Como, is Italy’s second-largest lake. Lake Maggiore is a long, narrow lake with more than 90 miles of shoreline that sits in a beautiful setting in the Alps, making it an ideal location from which to explore the parks and mountains. With a fairly mild climate and year-round activities, it’s a good place to visit almost a...

With their mild, sunny climate and glorious Alpine views, the Italian lakes have drawn visitors to northern Italy since Roman times. Today they’re an outdoor playground for all kinds of travellers, from couples who love the glam grande dame hotels and villas – which have drawn the likes of George and Amal Clooney to these shores – to families who w...

Mild and sun-drenched, with gorgeous Alpine views but also beaches, northern Italy’s glacial lakes have been popular since Roman times and offer something for everyone, from families looking for fun in the great outdoors (especially water sports, hiking and treetop adventures) to couples angling for a romantic getaway in a grande dame hotel or bout...

On the beautiful shores of Lake Maggiore in Lombardy, there is a small village of about 3,500 inhabitants with a unique story. A story that began in 1999 and featured Lino Betti as its protagonist—a resident of Leggiuno who has transformed his village into a true Christmas haven in just over twenty years.  In 1999, Lino Betti decided to add an extr...

Italy’s 40-mile-long Lake Maggiore is known for its Borromean Islands, dotted with 16th-century palazzos and verdant botanical gardens, and its picturesque shoreline towns, including Verbania, Arona and Stresa. In 1918, Ernest Hemingway spent some days in Stresa recovering from World War I—an experience that would inspire his 1929 novel A Farewell...

We continue the discovery of the six most beautiful lakes in Italy in Piedmont, a treasure trove of rare beauties, which are also expressed through its wonderful lakes surrounded by valleys and mountains; among these, impossible not to mention Lake Maggiore, one of the most important lakes, and beautiful, of Italy. Lake Maggiore is the second Itali...

Lake Maggiore is an ideal place for those who love nature and relaxation. If you want to spend a peaceful stay or a romantic getaway, we recommend you visit some of the villages that overlook it. These villages offer breathtaking views and are rich in history and tradition. Here are some tips on some of the most characteristic villages of this beau...

Worldwide the rivers and lakes of Italy are famous. You should know that this nation is composed of 1500 lakes and 1200 rivers. These data make it one of the most water-rich nations with a particularly extensive hydrographic network. Here you can discover the most important lakes and rivers in Italy that over the millennia have shaped the territory...

Lake Maggiore is one of the most charming destinations in Europe. For centuries, the region has attracted travelers from all over the world who want to combine sports, culture, art, landscapes, luxury and gastronomy during their holidays. Nestled in the Alps between Italy and Switzerland, Hetmeer is a treasure trove of artistic and natural beauty t...