Lake Como Blog

Want to know all the latest information about Lake Como? The Lake Como Blog is our professionally-written mini-journal about:

• any new webpages we have added to our site
  
  
• the latest news and events about Lake Como (like when George Clooney is in town!)
  
  
• exciting, past adventures that you might otherwise miss
  
  
• when we send out the Lake Como Holiday e-zine (in case you don't like to give your e-mail address, or if your ISP tends to over-filter causing you to miss an issue).

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Varenna Italy - A Piece of Heaven in Lake Como

Of all towns in Lake Como, Varenna Italy is perhaps the most heavenly capturing the breath of every visitor. Read about our experiences here...

Learn Italian Before Your Next Lake Como Holiday

Impress your friends on your next trip by learning Italian. Here are a few of our recommended books, courses and CD programs.

Things To Do in Como - Lake Como Rentals

There is a variety of fun activities and Lake Como rentals for tourists staying in the city of Como itself. Here are a few of our favorites.

Visitors' Lake Como Travel Stories

Great Lake Como travel stories, contributed by visitors from around the world.

How to Find Lake Como Cheap Hotels

Surprisingly there are many Lake Como cheap hotels if you know where to look. Here is a one place to begin your search.

Choosing the Best Lake Como Restaurants

Dining out at Lake Como restaurants can be an amazing experience. Here are a few of our favorite restaurants and some general information on regional cuisine.

All About Lake Como Shopping

You can get everything you need while Lake Como shopping from clothing to fine silk. Here are a few of our tips and tricks to get the best deals and for an overall satisfactory experience.

Delicious Lake Como Recipes

Here are some tasty, mouth-watering Lake Como recipes you can try out tonight. Everything you need to know about Lake Como food and cuisine.

Bellagio Italy - The Most Famous Lake Como Resort Town

One family shares their very first experience in Bellagio Italy - the most famous Lake Como resort town.

Story Time - A Motorboat Rental, Como, Italy

Here's my story of a motorboat rental in Lake Como, Italy including a few tips and advice on how to make the very best of it.

Directory of Lake Como Luxury Hotels - 5 Star Accommodation

A virtual tour of all 5 star Lake Como luxury hotels in Italy. Here's where we take our family when we want to feel like a wealthy prince. Each hotel is fully reviewed and can be booked online.

Lake Como Hotels Guide - Milan Italy Hotels

Need to settle in Milan Italy? Hotels come in all shapes and sizes and suit every kind of budget. Use this list to find the most popular hotels that tourists keep coming back to again and again.

Milan Apartment - Lake Como Hotels Guide

Renting out a Milan apartment is a cost-effective way of dealing with the accommodation costs of traveling with a group or large family. We've put together a short list of our favorites.

Milan Airport Hotel - First Malpensa Hotel

Find the most current rates and a detailed description of the First Malpensa Hotel in Somma Lombardo near Milan and Lake Como, Italy.

Lake Como Hotels Guide - Milan Airport Hotel

Rest the night in a nearby Milan airport hotel before traveling onwards. Here is a list of the most popular hotels near Malpensa airport.

Lake Como Hotels Guide - Bergamo Hotels

Choose any of the following recommended Bergamo hotels below for a pleasant and relaxing stay in Bergamo before continuing your onward journey to Lake Como

Varenna Hotels Guide - Lake Como Hotels

Listings of all Varenna hotels located in the resort town of Varenna, Italy on Lake Como. Varenna hotels tend to be much quieter than those in frenzied Bellagio.

Como Hotels Guide - Lake Como Hotels

Listings of all Como hotels located in the resort town of Como, Italy on Lake Como. Check the current rates of every property quickly and securely from the comfort of your own home.

Hotel Villa D'Este

Find the most current rates and a detailed description of the Grand Hotel Villa D'Este in Cernobbio of Lake Como, Italy close to the town of Como. Elegant guest rooms, top-rated cuisine and service await those who like to be treated like a Hollywood Celebrity.

Bellagio Hotels Guide - Lake Como Hotels

Listings of all Bellagio hotels located in the resort town of Bellagio Italy.

Detailed Milan Travel Guide to Get to Lake Como

There are plenty of ways to get to Lake Como from Milan. Use this Milan travel guide to answer all your questions.

Lake Como Site Search

Use this Lake Como site search tool to help you find exactly what you are looking for when planning your holidays.

May 17, 2008, Rain, Rain...and again rain!

It's been raining cats and dogs (to use the tired cliche) the last two months with intermittent weeks of beautiful sunshine. Just when we thought summer temperatures were around the corner, we got another forecast of torrential rainfall for the upcoming week!

Plan your vacations accordingly...next week is bringing in some, cold, damp temperatures - not particulary unusual for this time of year - but definitely wetter than the last few years.

Click on the full blog post link to check the current Como, Italy weather conditions and temperatures.

May 16, 2008, FREE Lake Como Screensavers and Wallpaper

We are giving away 3 free Lake Como screensavers and 6 beautiful Lake Como wallpapers for anyone who subscribes to our Lake Como Holidays E-zine.

The animated screensavers are especially cool as you can see a view of the town from the boat including the ripples of the water, and the gently swaying trees in the hills.

Send your friends any one of these beautiful wallpapers guaranteed to put you in a 'happy holiday' kind of mood.

March 10, 2008, Bellagio - The Pearl of Lake Como

Famous for its great climate, scenery, and unique location in Lake Como, Bellagio, has enchanted artists, writers and guests for centuries.

March 7 2008, Lake Como Photo Gallery

We took our camera hundreds of places around Lake Como and put together this short slideshow, as well as a gallery for your viewing enjoyment.

March 4, 2008, How to Get Around Lake Como Italy

Maps, maps and more maps. Find the best route around Lake Como, Italy using our interactive map, or learn about the best paper map currently in print.

March 8, 2008, All about the Town of Como, Italy

Want to know about Como, Italy's hottest attractions and the best way to spend your time? Take a look at this detailed travel guide.

February 28, 2008, A Virtual Tour through Flowering Gardens

Villa Carlotta is the most popuplar of villas in Lake Como Italy. Find out the best times to visit as we take you on this virtual tour.

May 10, 2008, A World-Renowned Resort Town

Hailed as a thriving tourist and busy commercial center, Menaggio Italy greets its visitors with astounding panoramic views of Lake Como.

May 8, 2008, Printable Maps of Every Town

Know where to go before even stepping foot in Lake Como by printing out a detailed map of each town.

May 5, 2008, Lake Como's Little Grand Canyon

Famous for it's Orrido Gorge, Bellano is a small but charming town situated in a beautiful, panoramic position on the east coast of Lake Como.

May 3, 2008, Detailed 5-day Weather Forecast

Plan your perfect holiday by getting a 5-day detailed weather forecast for all of Lake Como. Here is a very handy tool you can use right away.

April 29, 2008, Weather Details and Statistics

Learn all about the details of Lake Como's weather statistics and patterns before you leave for your trip.

April 25, 2008, Using a Milan Car Rental Company

Milan has many more car rental places than Como. Find out about the advantages and disadvantages of going about a milan car rental.