Over the past few years, Lake Como in Italy has become one of Europe’s most festive holiday destinations. Legendary hotels such as Villa d’Este and Passalaqua now remain open throughout the festive season, transforming the lake shoreline into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, beautiful holiday decorations and seasonal celebrations.

Combining the atmosphere of the season with the area’s refined atmosphere and beautiful scenery, Lake Como during the winter holidays offers travelers picturesque villages with pop-up ice skating rinks, bakeries selling traditional festive sweets like panettone (Italian Christmas cake from Lombardy) and holiday markets with wooden chalets selling traditional local crafts, seasonal food and vin brule (hot, spiced wine).

Other activities around Lake Como during the holiday season include attending Christmas concerts, shopping for gifts in nearby Milan and Lugano, enjoying festive afternoon tea, relaxing at hotel spas, enjoying memorable meals, and touring historic estates and gardens decorated for the holidays.

There’s still time to book a great Lake Como getaway for this holiday season. Contact us for more information and to begin planning a luxury Italy tour.