1. Lake Como, Italy
Lake Como has been famous for thousands of years and prior to drawing interest from Hollywood celebrities; the romantic views and stunning scenery of this Lombard lake has, for many centuries, enchanted countless artists and travelers, the likes of Flaubert, and musicians such as Rossini and Verdi. Probably he best day to visit what is surely one of the most magnificent lakes in Europe is St. John’s day, June 24, when in the Island Comacina you can see fireworks that will make your evening even more otherworldly.

