Hello everyone!
I am looking for recommendations preferably in the Alps region or Lake Region of Northern Italy. Other areas can be considered, but nothing farther south than Rome please. I also prefer mountains, but will also consider coasts if you have had great experiences!
My family will be joining another family in Italy sometime late April (possibly during the Easter weekend). I would like to book something soon since reservations fill fast at this time. Together we will be two couples with two 1 year olds and one 5 year old. I am envisioning staying in a cottage in the country where we can hang out, do some hiking, cooking in the kitchen, but also get a really great sense of Italian culture and life. Perhaps find someone to give a cooking lesson or observe other traditions special to the town/region. I also love the idea of connecting with local families that also have the same aged children.
Our stay would be around for 3-5 days there. We plan on renting a car so public transport not an issue. Please post any of your great experiences you have had similar to this or any other pertinent information that would help us in planning. What towns sound like a good place for this? Did you stay at a fantastic rental or have amazing local hosts?
Thank you so much for helping us with our first trip to Europe as a family of three!!
All the best,
Kim