Lake Garda Holidays
Italy is a very popular European Holiday destination. The area surrounding Lake Garda is one of great natural beauty and visitors flock here during the spring and summer to enjoy the stunning scenery and wonderful atmosphere.
This is a very romantic place and has become a popular choice for a romantic holiday and even a very popular wedding destination. Many weddings take place in the castle of Malchesnie and you will often catch a glimpse of wedding parties enjoying the special day.
In recent years Lake Garda has also become a firm family favourite. The climate, family restaurant culture and added benefit of having family friendly places to visit such as Garda Land mean that this is now a family holiday hot spot. The pretty town of Malchesnie is very popular with families and couples and is particularly popular now with British Holiday Makers. Away from the Lake the Italian beach resort of Lido de Jeslo is also a good choice for families.
The resort of Salò on the western shore of the Lake is probably the most fashionable resort on Lake Garda and a firm favourite with Italian holidaymakers and has many designer shops, boutiques, fabulous restaurants and a quiet and very sophisticated atmosphere.
There are many types of accommodation available ranging from private villas in the hills to luxury hotels and more budget friendly self catering accommodation. Most hotels offer half board or bed and breakfast options which con prove good value for money. If you choose to go self catering then you will be able to find everything you need at the spa supermarkets which can be found in most towns.
Eating out here is pure heaven for foodies with most restaurants producing fresh Italian lake Gardaspecialities and pasta and pizza featuring strongly on most menus. Gellaterias can be found on almost every corner and there are also many fresh bakeries dotted around selling wonderful fresh bread, pastries and pizza slices which are great for lunch on the move. Most restaurant meals end with a shot of Limonchello which is the locally produced lemon liqueur.
Evenings here are relaxed affairs usually centring on a long leisurely meal and children are very welcome in restaurants and bars. There are a few more lively bars too but this is certainly not the place for wall to wall discos and karaoke bars.
During the day you can enjoy lounging by the pool of your accommodation, taking a walk along the lakeside or even taking a cable car trip. If you are looking to explore more of Italy then why not take one of the many trips of offer to the historic cities of Venice or Vienna. Shopaholics could head to Milan for the ultimate shopping experience.
