Verona - more than a city of love!

Beyond the kitsch and romance associated with Romeo and Juliet, it has a bustling centre with boutique shops and quirky little bars and restaurants providing regional food and wine. The centre is dominated of course by the well-preserved Amphitheatre (famous venue for the summer opera festival) however around every corner there is a photo opportunity. Verona’s duomo is very pretty and crossing the River and taking in the views of the city from San Pietro is a must. And, of course with a 16-year-old daughter, we had to battle the crowds and visit ‘the’ balcony!

On our way home, we took a late lunch on Lake Garda, just a short hop from Verona. We came across a lovely family run restaurant in the charming lake front resort of Desenzano del Garda, serving homemade bread, pasta and risotto.

Note to self – must go back to Verona in the summer to experience the Opera!