Milan (Malpensa) International Airport, situated 45kms northwest of Milan, is a major gateway to northern Italy. More than 17 million passengers annually travel through the airport on flights to and from most major European cities as well as from North and South America.
One of Italy’s most stylish and vibrant cities and long renowned as the Italian capital of fashion and haute couture. It is very much a working city which allows you to view the finest designer labels while shopping along the Via Montenapoleone and Corso Vittorio Emanuelle. For the purpose of actually buying the famous labels on offer you might prefer to take a 40 minute drive to Serravalle Scrivia the mecca of outlet shopping and the largest in Europe. It offers every major brand at significantly discounted prices – in a nice relaxed atmosphere.
For a more cultural alternative, marvel at the scale and grandeur of the Duomo - the 3rd largest Catholic Church in the world - or gaze at Leonardo Da Vinci’s masterpiece The Last Supper. Milan has something for everyone.
Recommended Attractions: the famed Teatro alla Scala Opera House, the glass domed Galleria, the magnificent gothic cathedral, the imposing Sforzesco Castle, Da Vinci’s The Last Supper, the Museo Bagatti Valsecchi for Renaissance clothing, the Museo de Milano for a history of Milan, people watching at one of the main piazzas or café’s, Serravalle Scrivia shopping outlets.
A landmark stadium in world football built in 1929 in the western part of Milan with a capacity of 87,500 people. Home to famous red and black of AC Milan and the blue and black of Inter Milan FC. The San Siro is one of only 25 stadiums in the world granted UEFAs highest 5 star rating. Visit www.SanSiroTour.com for stadium tour and museum details. Visit www.StadiumGuide.com for more information.
One of the jewels of the prosperous Lombardy region and the Summer resort of the Romans since the 1st century. Situated at the foot of one of the deepest Italian lakes, with a constantly mild climate and fantastic views of the region, Como is a great place to relax and explore at your leisure. Stroll or boat along the lake, visit the 14th century cathedral or simply browse the local shops.
Recommended Attractions: a boat ride to Isola Bella one of the last privately owned islands open to the public, a boat ride along Lake Como itself to view the glamorous villas and landscaped gardens along the shore, a cable car ride above the town, visit the Borromeo Palace and it’s beautiful gardens
45 minutes from Milan, the population of Lugano comprises 53,000 people in an area slightly larger than 48 km. Such small dimensions are surprising when you consider the importance and international fame of the City.
The economy of the City of Lugano basically revolves around three great sectors:
1. The Tourist Industry 2. Trade 3. Financial and Banking services. Visit www.lugano-tourism.com for more details.
Suspended between Lombardy and Central Europe, Valtellina occupies an entirely mountainous territory, from the Trivio di Fuentes at the top end of Lake Como to the peak of the Bernina. It offers a variety of landscapes and a spectacular variety of the countryside. Visit www.ValtellinaOnline.com for more details.
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