With the recent passing of my Grandmother, and with my father not well enough to travel anymore. It's left me thinking of travel we were all able to enjoy together as one whole family.
This was from away back in 2009 and for my parent's wedding anniversary, we decided to take a trip to Lake Como in the north of Italy.
This for me was such a delight to visit as the vistas genuinely were to die for. with the views over that lake like above, and also how the little villages along with the lake form just on the lake edge.
We were staying on a hotel in the village of Caddenabia, around about the midpoint of the lake and it gave ferry access to Bellagio and Verenna which just made it the ideal spot. The hotel itself is within view of the image here, as is the ferry that travels across to Bellagio.
Being the lakes, in the height of summer, time spent in the water was a popular activity, from what appears to be makeshift diving boards
To the enjoyment of speedboats, all surrounded by such amazing buildings.
The colours of sunset over yellow coloured buildings in Bellagio gives for quite an interesting shade I found as well.
Verenna was the next village on the ferry trip between the three locations.
This spot felt a bit more isolated in relation to cars and appeared more accessible by water ferry than anything else.
Although a little further down from where we were staying in Caddenabia, was the village of Lenno, and on the edge of there, was a Villa of interest. One that is known to film fans, of at least two film franchises.
The location, Villa del Balbianello, is accessible via a boat taxi (although can be walked to as well)
This spot within the Villa grounds might be recognisable to fans of Star Wars (even the prequels have fans!) as this was the spot of the balcony wedding scene.
But there is another film and one at the cinema just now. From James Bond, this was the location used from Casino Royale, where Bond was recovering from his injuries.
From the tree that Craig's bond was recovering under
To the hill path, the bankers came running down to meet Bond.
But sometimes due to the nature of film, it can be difficult to really appreciate the art on display at the location. Something a visit to the location makes it all the more special
I have to admit, Italy has become one of my favourite places to visit, having been a number of times now in the north and I do hope I can explore more in the future.
Remarkable photography!
Lake Cumo truly is a holiday vacation destination!
You are blessed to have these memories of travels taken in Italy with your loved ones @beardoin
I've never been to Italy though it's on my bucketlist.
Excellent food.
Wine.
Art.
History.
Architecture.
Handsome people.
Might even bump into George Clooney and his family!
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Thank you!
And yes it is amazing, make sure to make it happen!
And also do not forget Cars, cars and cars! a trip to Maranello is also a very special experience for fans of Ferrari :)
Also quite funny you mentioned Clooney, as we were on the look out too 😂
How the heck could I forget the fast Italian cars???
That's too funny about George Clooney! 👀
I'm pretty sure we drove past the village he stayed in, as it's on the west side of Lake Como, but alas, no George or Amal to be seen!
The Clooneys are probably in one of those fancy Italian sports cars zipping around Lake Cumo taking their twins to playdates!
I had a funny thought on this one, its a Fiat Tipo! In the hope nobody spots them :D
Haha! @beardoin
Going incognito😎🎭😎
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Hello @beardoin, firstly sorry to hear about your grandmother. Family vacations leave a special mark in certain places that we'll always hold dear.
Around the same year 2009 I think, while in Milan, my colleagues and I were all set to take the train to Lake Como for a day trip but it was canceled because of an emergency meeting. We were flying back the next day so since then I haven't had the chance to visit so I'm glad to see your post. It is beyond beautiful!
Thank you @discoveringarni for your kind words there.
That is also quite spooky about you mentioning Milan there. We did manage to make a day trip down, and I had one thing on my mind. And it was to find these!
Genuinely thank you for the kind words and that you enjoyed the post. There was so much to do and see, it really felt like a sampler. The place really is stunning, more so then the photos can suggest.
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Wow! Absolutely beautiful and such an amazing place I would love to visit. Como translates to why, how so this means late how? 🤣
Stick it on the wish list, it honestly is so worth visiting! As if Garda, Verona, Florence and so on. All of those I've loved visiting!
And Italians late? after all those expressos!
Takes time to drink those Espressos! 🤣
what a beautiful place, and those pics are very nice.
Thank you, It genuinely is, and has to be seen to be believed.
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wonderful place with great views. Give great emotions.
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looks surreal
...wow..
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The lake is mesmerizing ✨
it's one of those places you can just sit by the lake all afternoon enjoying the view and atmosphere at your typical lakeside Italian cafe. it was idyllic :)