Advantages: Stunning scenery, glorious climate......... an almost perfect holiday Disadvantages: Rather touristy in places
I've long harboured a desire to visit Italy, and my dream finally came true this summer when we (my husband, 14 year old son and I) decided to spend our summer holiday in Limone on LakeGarda.
LakeGarda, Italy's largest lake, is in northern Italy, not far from the city of Verona. It is divided between three Italian regions - Lombardy, Trentino and the Veneto. Due to its stunning natural beauty and warm climate, the area is a major tourist destination, with many towns and villages scattered around its shore.
Limone, or Limone sul Garda, situated on LakeGarda's north-western shore, is centred around a village of narrow, winding streets, alleys and traditional stonewalled cottages. Although the name "Limone" is often presumed to be taken from the lemon groves which surround it, apparently the name is in fact derived from an old ...
Advantages: Beautiful scenes. Hot weather. Peace. Romance. Disadvantages: When it rains, it doesn't stop!
I have been to LakeGarda twice in my life, I went last year, and again the year before. I have to say, I have never been so inspired in my life. In my view, the views were amazing! There isn't really a better lake in the world for beautiful views.
I had never been to Italy but I always wanted to go to the Italian Lakes, I was always told that they were stunning and such a romantic place to visit. When we got our first glimpse of the lake, we were speechless. It's an endless scope of beauty and magnificence. The coach from the airport thundered down small, tight roads to the lake side, into a town called Riva, right at the top of the lake. We went back to see Riva, it has a great market there on every second and fourth Wednesday of every month!
Now Limone is a quieter place to be, but that doesn't make it less interesting! Some ...
I visted LakeGarda a couple of summers ago and must say it was one of the most people places I have ever visited. Lots of people do seem to complain about it being overly touristy but with scenery like this I can certainly see why. Although it is an extremely popular holiday destination and there are a few touristy gift shops about I still would not say that LakeGarda was too touristy.
When I visited I stayed in the largest resort of Riva del Garda a wonderful little town at the north of the lake. LakeGarda has plenty to do with lots of little cafes and restaurants. It is also in walking distance of the next resort.
Riva was a beautiful town with a pictureque square which was home to many forms of entertainment in the evening. Towards the end of the summer months the town is also home to a themed festival which was based upon ...
