Cadenabbia

Cadenabbia…
Opulent Villas and Famous Guests

With a population of only 700, Cadenabbia and its nearby Griante has held its feeling of exclusivity over the ages, flashing its opulent villas, lavish gardens and stunning lake views into the eyes of tourists.

Really…even royalty has dashed through the streets of Cadenabbia, people like Queen Victoria, Nicholas II of Russia and Pope Pio XI. Verdi and Stendhal also spent some time to writing their great works.

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Getting from Milan to Lake Como

There are many ways that you can get from Milan to Lake Como using public transportation. You have the option of taking trains (two different services: normal and “le nord”), you can take a public bus or a shuttle bus.

Regular train service from Milan to Lake Como

The city of Como’s main train station – the Como San Giovanni station – is approximately 50 km from Milan’s downtown. A train-ride only takes roughly 40 minutes by normal train services. The trains are very cheap here too. As cheap as they are, don’t expect huge luxuries. They are certainly not as comfortable as the expensive ‘business class’ trains which travel from Milan to Rome. Be sure to use the toilets before getting on one! Check out www.trenitalia.it for more information on schedules.
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Como Car Rental

Como Car Rental Guide and
Driving Directions for Lake Como

This page will help you find the best deals on Como car rentals by comparing over 50 different of the leading car hire companies.

Other important links about getting around Lake Como:

Public Transportation
Airport Transfers
Driving Directions

Rental cars are a fantastic way to explore the Italian lakes at your own leisure, and allow you to explore less-touristed paths and towns making your vacation all the more exciting and romantic. It is also inexpensive to take your car onto a ferry boat which will let you hop from one side of the lake to another quickly and efficiently.

Car Hire Companies

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Lenno

Lenno…
A Sleepy Town with Perks

Lenno may not seem like the obvious place in which tourists would want to spend their Lake Como holiday, but rest assured that a visit into this charming town may yield very pleasant surprises.

Perhaps most famous for its hand-made olive oil which you are sometimes lucky to come accross at various Lake Como restaurants, Lenno offers more to its visitors than just a bottle of oil.

Originally posted 2012-12-01 18:24:14. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Como Luxury Hotels

Lake Como Luxury Hotels

Click here to access the special page we created about planning luxury vacations to Lake Como

Also, for anyone looking for a Lake Como luxury hotels’ reservation site, we’ve put together a special, mini-virtual tour of every luxury hotel on the lake!

You can now browse through a selection of over 60 beautiful apartments and villa rentals located in the heart of Lake Como.

Originally posted 2015-04-19 23:10:23. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Dreamy Italy Vacations For You

Italy Vacations – Why Is Lake Como is the Best Choice?

Lake Como is a top choice for many travelers planning Italy vacations. As the 3rd largest of all the lakes in Italy, and the deepest in Europe at 400 meters or 1,312 feet, it has been a prime destination for some of the wealthiest Italians and other prominent figures for centuries.

While visiting the many picturesque villages, castles and towers in this Italian lake, you sometimes get the feeling that you are in Tuscany with lush gardens of flowering azaleas and other times like you are somewhere on the Mediterranean coast with sparkling waters and lakeside breezes.

Imagine your perfect Italy vacation…view crystal blue waters from the outdoor terrace of your villa, indulge in the sweet scent of may-lilies and roses while eating your delicious lunch lightly drizzled with the best home-made olive oil.
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Milan Italy Hotels

Lake Como Hotels Directory
Milan Italy Hotels

In Milan Italy hotels come in all shapes and sizes and suit every kind of budget.

Although there are plenty of cheap 1star hotels, Milan Italy can become quite full during major holidays and events.

Orientation. The Duomo cathedral is the heart of Milan’s historic center which looks like an inner-circle on a map. (Milan main highways look like concentric circles on the map). It is located 3 km SW from the central train station Stazione Centrale and can be easily reached by subway.

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Bergamo Hotels

Lake Como Hotels Directory
Bergamo Hotels

Flying into Bergamo Orio al Serio airport? Choose any of the following Bergamo hotels below for a pleasant and relaxing stay in Bergamo before continuing your onward journey to Lake Como.

Many people find their perfect flight on a low-cost airline into Bergamo’s Orio al Serio airport sometimes commonly mistaken as another "Milan airport" but in reality, Bergamo is 50 kilometers northeast of Milan and 90 km east of Como! Bergamo is actually located on the lower eastern leg of Lake Como close to the town of Lecco (30 km north).

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Tremezzo

Tremezzo…
Enchanting Villas Await The Visitor

Tremezzo has become one of the famous towns in Lake Como due to its striking Villa – Villa Carlotta and its exquisite botanical gardens.

Some people love to stay in Bellagio, while others prefer the view of Bellagio from a distance. Whatever your choice may be, you’ll definitely want to pay a visit to Tremezzo and enjoy the stunning views it provides.

Originally posted 2014-10-11 05:07:01. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

50 Reasons

The Top 50 Reasons Lake Como Beats The Other Lakes in Italy

Yes, we know we are extremely passionate about our lake and sometimes we go overboard. But, we just had to show you 50 reasons why we are so excited about living by Lake Como as opposed to some of the other lakes not too far away.

So away we go, in our over-zealous, patriotic, controversial and rather hyped-up stance!

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Villas Lake Como

A Guide to Villas…

Lake Como has Some of Italy’s Finest

Many people come to visit some of the beautiful and elegant villas Lake Como is especially famous for. You will feel like a wealthy prince when you stroll along the 19th century gardens and marbled pathways of these charming, old-world getaways.

Some of the villas in Lake Como Italy have been turned into luxury hotels in the last century offering their guests a piece of heaven-on-the-lake with breathtaking views of the lake and even Como silk used for the drapes and covers.

Originally posted 2014-05-15 22:10:32. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Lake Como Hotels

Lake Como Hotels Directory

Lake Como hotels are designed to suit the needs of every kind of traveler…from the luxury-seeker to the bargain hunter.

This directory shows you every hotel available on the lake. Here’s how to use it…

Let’s say you’re curious about Bellagio.

Just click on the Bellagio link at the bottom of this page to go to a complete listing of hotels for that area.

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Varenna

Varenna Italy…

A Piece of Heaven in Lake Como

Some consider Varenna Italy to be the most heavenly of all the towns on the Lake of Como. Elegant and peaceful, it captures the breath of its visitors with charming rustic houses, a matrix of narrow cobble-stoned alleyways, and its lovely lakeside promenade…

A nice stroll along the long, lakeside promenade which begins from the boat harbor is one of our favorite ways to unwind and relax…letting the peaceful sound of the waves from the deep-blue water, and the calming breezes capture your senses.

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Bellagio Italy

Bellagio Italy…
The Most Famous Resort Town on Lake Como

Bellagio, Italy has been called the pearl of Lake Como and some have even gone as far as calling it the most beautiful town in Europe.

Sure, there are many wonderful, getaway places where you could take your loved ones this summer. But which place allows one to truly relax while soaking in panoramic, scenic views and allows you to experience exciting watersport activities, if needed. Such a peaceful place does exist in Bellagio.

Indeed, its superb location in between the two ‘legs’ of Como Italy and Lecco and its mild climate year-round have enchanted the famous and the wealthy for centuries.

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Milan Transportation

Using Public Milan Transportation

How to Get to Lake Como

In case you’re wondering about how to get to Lake Como using the public Milan transportation system…

Use the handy little tool below to figure out the fastest way to get to your desired destination in Lake Como if you’re coming from any of the following:

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Lake Como Resort

The Most Famous Lake Como Resort
Bellagio, Italy

Every has experienced unforgettable magic moments during their travel and ours occured in the most famous Lake Como resort town of Bellagio, Italy. The greatest feelings in life can sometimes be captured in a single moment, and it is so wonderful to have memories such as these, because you can bring them up anytime.

It was a starry-eyed night when my family and I were taking the boat from Cadenabbia to Bellagio for the very first time. The boat was slowly approaching the Bellagio promontory and one could already get a glimpse of the narrow side streets leading up from the harbor where we were about to dock.

Originally posted 2014-07-04 08:25:36. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Como Luxury

Planning A Lake Como Luxury Vacation

Plan Your Own Lake Como Luxury Vacations And Save A Bundle

Italian lake holidays have always been renowned for their solitude and peace and Lake Como has been a well-known retreat for some of Italy’s wealthiest citizens since the 19th century. Nobility, famous actors, writers, business men and women have purchased or built villas/homes here in order to escape the dense crowds of major cities.

However, quiet and solitude can come at a hefty price, especially when a travel agent does all the planning for you. Luxury trips usually mean luxury mark-up prices and commissions.

Originally posted 2014-08-15 17:28:18. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Como Shopping

Tips and Tricks
All About Shopping on the Como Lake

Shoes
Leather
Silk
Clothing
Arts & Crafts
Food

Here is what you can expect when going about shopping in the this beautiful region of northern Italy. We will share with you many different specialties of the region and give you some handy tips.
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Originally posted 2014-09-05 20:49:17. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Gravedona

Gravedona…
A Unique Medieval Experience

In Gravedona, one is quickly haunted by ghosts of the past with a town that has retained its medieval urban plan and a creepy church dating from the 12th century.

Gravedona may not be too far from Domaso, Lake Como’s windsurfing capital but the feel of the town is world’s apart. Even the residential houses tend to keep an ancient look about them, transporting tourists several hundred years back in time.

For others, however, Gravedona may seem like a more convenient base to get their watersports needs met than Domaso. After all, it has one of the most beautiful lakeside promenades found anywhere on the lake, great bicycle paths, sandy beaches, public tennis courts and a variety of sailing centers.

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Milan Airport Hotel

Milan Airport Hotel Directory

Why not spend the night in a cozy Milan airport hotel near Malpensa before taking off on your adventures in Lake Como? We’ve prepared a list of our favorite hotels below to help you start your search.

For those landing in Milan Malpensa before their journey through to Lake Como, it makes sense to rest the night in a nearby airport hotel before traveling onwards. Sometimes we rent our car directly from Malpensa airport and drive it to the hotel where we’ll be spending the night, because of the convenience of renting at Malpensa (great hours and selection of cars).

Originally posted 2014-01-08 18:29:25. Republished by Blog Post Promoter