So, after our first-very successful!-trip to Europe last year, we are considering a trip in the fall this year consisting roughly of Milan two nights, Lake Como 2-3 nights, then on to the south of France for three nights, which in this case means the Avignon-Montpellier-Marseille area, then on to Paris for seven nights. We would rent a car in the south to get around for our few days there.
With respect to the Italy legs, we saw an RS show from 2006 the other day on Milan, and it really appealed to us. Of course I have heard the praises of Lake Como-and Lake Garda by some on this forum-and it seems like an easy combo to start off our trip. I am interested in your opinion and experience with Milan in particular, and also of Lake Como. There is another new topic on the forum now on whether to stay in Varenna, or to be elsewhere on the Lake. I do realize that, as Rick says, Milan is not Rome or Florence, but we have been to Florence and the Cinque Terre, and are not going to attempt Rome this time-the lure of a large European city is strong.
Have you been to Milan? Was it worthwhile for a couple of nights?
I like the idea of flying into Milan and taking the train directly to the Lake, to ease us in, if you will, then go to Milan.
Our trip last year went well thanks in large measure to my reading and posting here, so I would appreciate any input, comments, or questions.
Thanks, Dave