| Como and Clooney
The idyllic notion of Italy is not a myth. The art, wine, food and design of Italy continues to play against a landscape of unspeakable beauty. After 10+ years and 10,000+ miles taste traveling in Northern Italy, Tuscany and Umbria with my Italian family and friends I'm still amazed by my experiences . I've written a book, started a company and followed a passion that was inspired by my travels in Italy in a way that was far beyond what I expected. I've been to Como , Italy's most popular and deepest lake. I haven't seen George Clooney (yet) and as we begin the month of May I can't help dreaming about Italy again. |
| May in Italy
Myth and legend say that May begins with a day when "the veil between worlds is thin".
For every season there is a reason to travel to Italy but the month of May seems to open the door to all its beauty. A driving trip around Lake Como, Garda and Maggiore is listed by Frommer's as one of the most unforgettable driving itineraries in Italy. A magical combination of lush Mediterranean foliage and snowy alpine peaks, the elegant villas and mountains that seem to rise out of the lake make it one of the most popular destinations in the world.
Lago di Como has been desirable real estate since Roman times. Today international celebrities like Richard Branson, Sting, Richard Gere and Michael Schumacher have become captivated by Como's charm. George Clooney has a 25-room villa in the village of Laglio on the western shores of the lake. Following the lead of most Italian men, Clooney values art, beauty and his . . . mother. The press reported that when Clooney was arrested for protesting outside the Sudanese Embassy in March on the humanitarian crisis in northern Africa, he made one phone call. When asked who he called from jail Clooney said,"My Mother, some things never change."
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Festa della Mamma
May 13
Still haven't found that perfect Mother's Day Gift. Give your Mom un regalo d'italia, a gift of Italy with the Inamorato gift box that captures the enchantment and beauty of "la bella vita".
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