On the Italian Lakes

The Italian Lakes lie at the heart of one of the loveliest regions on earth. The three principal Italian lakes, from west to east, are Maggiore, Como and Garda.

3 Delightful Shops in Lake Como, Italy

From olive oil to artisanal beeswax soap, Andrew Harper shares three favorite shops in and around Lake Como, Italy, on a recent trip to the Italian Lakes.

Italian Lake Region Restaurant Recommendations

Local specialties in the Lakes feature a variety of freshwater fish, including perch (persico), tench (tinca), shad (missoltini) and lavaret (a species of whitefish).