Hello and Welcome to Ital Concierge, we’re excited to have you here!
They say that the finest wines are the ones that mature over extended periods of time. At Ital Concierge we can certainly agree with the “extended period” bit, as the journey to create our website started… let’s just say “some time” ago….
Continuous perseverance and positive energy have also been woven into the Ital Concierge fabric – so a huge THANK YOU to both the team for their hard work, and to our business partners for their patience.
We would love to think that we are now able to bring useful information and tips to travellers to Lake Garda, together with comfortable Airport Transfers, and fun, well-organised Excursions and Activities. So make yourself at home and explore our web pages. If all journeys start with a single step, we hope that our journey together may have just begun!
We are working on our next blogs with (hopefully!) entertaining stories and facts about Italy, Italian lifestyle, events, food and naturally, the aforementioned wines…
Tell us if there is anything in particular that you would like to read about?
Your Ital Concierge Team
I am looking to stay in Sirmione, which is the nearest airport and what your recommendations for transfers?
Dear Claire,
Thank you for reaching out.
The nearest airports to Sirmione and Lake Garda are Verona (VRN) with charter, low cost and scheduled flights, and there is also Bergamo / also known as Milan Bergamo (BGY) with a large variety of low cost flights.
As for transfers, we/ Ital Concierge offer direct and private Standard or Premium transfer services. Please view our transfer pages or contact us directly for more information.
Kind regards,
Emma/Mirko
Hi, which resort around Lake Garda would you recommend for teenagers? And what activities would be good for teens? Thanks
Hello Felicity,
Thank you for your message.
The north of the lake (Torbole, Riva del Garda, and Malcesine) are particularly good if your teenagers may wish to have a go at windsurfing or pedalos. Now those would make cool photos to send to friends!
Further southeast, in Garda, Lazise, Bardolino are great for canoeing, bike hire, crazy golf or swimming in the lake. There are also a few large swimming pool centres with waterslides etc.
Last and definitely not least, in the southeast part of the lake there are Lake Garda’s famous theme parks: Gardaland, CanevaWorld and Movieland.
Kind regards,
Emma
I am cominig to Garda in July . Can you organize and recommend a wine tastinig nearby Grada for me ?
we are 2 families , a total of 7 peoplle . Thank you
Hi Mirjana,
Thank you for your message, much appreciated.
I will send you an email with a few wine tasting options in the Garda area.
Kind regards,
Mirko
ottimo sito , con molte informazioni utili sul lago di Garda e su cose nella zona
Buona sera,
Grazie di cuore per le belle parole, molto gentile!
Saluti,
Mirko
What a comprehensive range of excursions from Lake Garda resorts . There is something for everyone .
What is your favourite excursion?
Hi Andrew,
Thank you for you writing in.
Apart from all the highlights of the lake itself, a significant advantage of staying in Lake Garda is that there is a large concentration of Italian culture/history/architecture/natural beauty/great food/wine etc, all within easy reach of the lake – so much to see and do!
Favourite excursion: now that is a tough one, perhaps Valpolicella Food & Wine.
Regards,
Emma/Mirko
This all looks fabulous! Just wondering if you’ve any favourite places to get a gelato? 🙂
Hello Deb,
Thank you for your kind words!
Regarding gelato, I’m not sue what the exact ingredients are that make a difference between one ice cream and another, but personally I swear by Italian ice cream. The same is when it comes to preparing an espresso or cappuccino, Italians are masters in making them (we will cover this in a Blog soon).
Back to where to get fine gelato from – it is actually difficult to get a poor ice cream, because the Italians take so much pride in giving you a superb product. Therefore, a not overly large ice cream parlour with a sign “Gelato artigianale” (homemade/handcrafted ice cream) are often family run and of very good quality, even more so if there is a long queue outside waiting to be served…
Kind regards,
Mirko
We got married in Malcesine Casrle in 2008 and are planning to go back soon.
This is an interesting and comprehensive website which I have found to be very user friendly
It has inspired me to.book a return trip
Hi Chris,
Thank you for your comments on the website.
Indeed Malcesine and the landmark Scaligeri Castle are a fabulous setting for an unforgettable wedding as well as great holiday / vacation destination.
If you need any advice or assistance on your return trip, please us an email/WhatsApp/Viber and we will be pleased to assist.
Kind regards,
Emma/Mirko
What would advise the best ski resort for those with kids is in Italy?
Hi Ross,
Thanks for your question.
Italy is known for some of the best ski resorts in Europe (and beyond!) – beginners and experts enjoy the slopes, there is good quality accommodation, the resorts are easy to reach by car or train, or on flights to north Italian airports from the UK and other countries. Not to mention great apres-ski, hearty mountain cuisine…
Best resort for families: one to definitely consider is Folgaria, good value and very family friendly. Or, somewhat larger towns with a huge ski area and also family-friendly to consider are Val di Fassa and Val Gardena.
Best regards,
Emma/Mirko
Love the website !
It would be great if maybe some horse riding excursions could be added later on .
Hi Grainne, thank you for joining in! Great suggestion about the riding. There are a few riding schools with qualified staff and approved riding centres in the Garda area, so we will definitely look at adding on excursions as well as tuition.
Kind regards,
Emma