Fancy a getaway this year but not booked anything yet? Well, there are some superb holidays available in Lake Como with a summer sale, saving up to £294.50 per person.
The Italian Lakes have always held a special attraction and Lake Como, a firm favourite with British holidaymakers, is one of Italy’s most popular destinations. Lake Como is Italy’s third largest lake and, from its northern shores at the foot of the Alps to the Lombard shores in the south, the scenery is magnificent and full of contrasts.
The soaring snow-capped peaks in the north give way to gentle rolling hills and colourful sub-tropical lakeside gardens and promenades to the south. Imagine the bright blue waters lapping at the elegant shores, surrounded by fine walks, imposing villas and beautiful parks and gardens filled with exotic flowers – giving this area a real Mediterranean flavour – and you’ve got the picture.
All around the lake there are sheltered bays, charming lakeside resorts and peaceful fishing villages. There are weekly markets to visit, shops and boutiques to browse around, colourful gardens to explore and pavement cafes to relax in as you watch the world go by.
As part of this very special offer, we stay in the pretty resort of Cadenabbia with accommodation is reserved on an ‘All Inclusive’ basis, with hot and cold buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free local brand spirits, wines, beers, soft drinks, tea and coffee are served between 8.30am and midnight.
Cadenabbia is perfectly placed on the western shore of the lake and is ideal for enjoying everything the lake offers. It’s easy to get around the resort, with lots of ferries criss-crossing the lake from one delightful harbour to the next, while steamers and local buses can take you to some of the lakeside towns and villages further along the lake.
The nearby Villa Carlotta is well worth visiting. Built in the early 18th century, the Villa is renowned for its beautiful gardens, which extend over 14 acres. Inside the villa are some superb sculptures and works of art by Antonio Canova.
A boat trip to Bellagio, sometimes called the ‘pearl of the lake’, is a definite “must do”. The old town is a jumble of cobbled lanes and stepped streets lined with stylish boutiques, wine bars and craft shops selling locally produced handicrafts including olive wood carvings and woven silk.
Little known Varena, just across the lake from Bellagio, is practically as unspoilt as its neighbour and is an ideal village for wandering around. There are meandering lakeside paths and the walk up to the 13th century Monastery Villa will reward you with some fine views over the eastern arm of Lake Como.
However you choose to spend your time and however much you see, you will find that you will want to return to beautiful Lake Como, again and again!
Holiday Details
To request a brochure or if you are interested in booking, please call 01224 338004 and quote AB505 or visit our website, www.pressandjournaltravel.co.uk
Special Offer departure dates are available for departures from Edinburgh or Glasgow with regular departures until November 2016 – where readers can save up to £294.50 from the original price! Saving based on an 9th August departure from Edinburgh/Glasgow if booking a deluxe room with balcony at a half-price upgrade offer.
Flights are also available from Aberdeen (via Heathrow or Frankfurt) at a supplement. Please call or see the brochure for more information.
Available 2016 Departure dates:
2, 9, 16 & 23 August
6, 13, 20 & 27 September
4 & 18 October
1 November