Fantastic Excursions and Day Trips on Lake Maggiore

Whether you're staying in Stresa or elsewhere on Lake Maggiore, there are plenty of diversions to gain your attention. We reveal some of our favorites include La Rocca, the Mottarone cable car, Villa Taranto and more...

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Stresa on Lake Maggiore: Where to Stay, Eat and Shop

Spending a few days on lovely lakeside Stresa? We've got the best hotels, restaurants and places to shop in this Lake Maggiore gem.

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De-Stressing in Stresa on Lake Maggiore

I came to Stresa to de-stress. I needed a real vacation, one without obligatory "Top 10" cultural sights. I craved scenery, the views of the lake and mountains. I wanted time to just savor being in a gorgeous Italian town.

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New Hotels in Venice: Aman Canal Grande and New Marriott Coming to Venice

The super luxurious Aman Canal Grande is opening in Venice in June 2013. In 2014, a new Marriott will open in Venice on a private island.

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Cooking Up a Storm in Venice: Two Cooking Classes With Local Chefs

The best way for a traveler to experience Italy's abundant heart is to take a cooking class. Recently, in Venice, contributor Susan Van Allen had kitchen time with two native chefs. You can do the same with their half-day cooking classes.

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