Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
LAGO DI GARDA THRILLS & SPILLS
For adrenalin-sparking rides and stunt shows, it's hard to beat northern Italy's Lago di Garda. The
lake's eastern bank is home to larger-than-life dinosaurs, pirate ships, roller coasters and a dolphinari-
um at the kid-oriented Gardaland (
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).
To its north, CanevaWorld (
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) features an aqua park (
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) and
medieval shows
(adult/reduced dinner & show €29/19; 2 shows daily May-mid-Sep) complete with medieval ban-
quet. Within the same sprawling park is CanevaWorld's Movieland Studios (
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), featuring
stunt-packed action shows. Opening times vary slightly throughout the year, so check the website for
details. Cheaper deals and family tickets are also available online.
Both parks are just off the main lake road. Gardaland is 2km from Peschiera del Garda;
CanevaWorld is a similar distance from Lazise. Free buses shuttle visitors to both parks from Peschi-
era del Garda train station.
Alfresco Fun
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Sardinia
Go dolphin spotting in the Golfo Aranci, horseback riding along La Giara di Gesturi, or tackle
water sports on some of Italy's top beaches. (
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Aeolian Islands
Seven tiny volcanic islands off Sicily with everything from spewing lava to black-sand
beaches. (
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The Dolomites
Head to Alto Adige's Alpe di Siusi and Kronplatz for abundant blue and red runs, or cycle
through orchards and farmland on a Dolomiti di Brenta Bike tour. (
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Sailing in Venice
Glide across Venetian waters on a customised sailing tour, or learn to row standing up
like a verified gondolier. (
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)
Kooky Kicks
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Catacombe dei Cappuccini
These creepy Palermo catacombs are packed with mummies in their Sunday
best. Not for the very young. (
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Napoli Sotterranea
A secret trap door and war-time hideouts make this guided tour of underground
Naples gripping. (
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)
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Alberobello
Was that Snow White? Imagination runs riot in this World Heritage-listed town in Puglia,
famous for its
trulli
(white-washed circular dwellings with cone-shaped roofs). (
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Leaning Tower Yes, it's pricey. Yes, it's touristy, but what kid wouldn't want to brag about climbing the
legendary Leaning Tower of Pizza...err...Pisa? (
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)
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San Marino
This micro state is packed with kitschy museums, including one dedicated to vampires.
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