Want to escape the hustle and bustle of Milano? Head a half hour outside the city and you will reach the luxurious and peaceful lake community of Como. Of course, Lake Como is a perfect vacation destination all on its own–just ask its most famous resident: George Clooney. Located in the Lombardy region of Italy, the lake finds its origins in the glaciers that existed here thousands of years ago.

The third largest lake in Italy, after Lakes Garda and Maggiore, it is also one of the deepest in Europe. A longtime favorite retreat for Italy’s rich and famous –palaces and villas are commonplace here– Lake Como promises visitors a great time and many wonderful memories.