La Darbia Blog
Unforeseen places, which are most unlikely to be found in tourist guides. Follow our posts and you will discover places, people, products and everything that makes our region unique.
HOLIDAY DREAMS
What do we really want from a holiday? What do we expect from the long-awaited vacation? What subtle pleasures would we like to see satisfied while we are far from everything and e..
AT CHRISTMAS YOU CAN…
When Christmas arrives, it arrives! Joyous, sparkling, euphoric, warm and enveloping, but also bursting with events and rich in spirituality and reminiscence.
HOW FANTASTIC IT IS WHEN THE STADIUM IS FULL…
Is there a passion for football in Italy? Sure there is! However, that is not all there is to it… Culture, history and a competitive spirit all play a part in this exciting sport, ..
The «FOLIAGE» TRAIN IN THE VALLEY OF PAINTERS
Along the Vigezzina-Centovalli railway line Autumn erupts in a blaze of golden colours reminscent of an artist's palette.
AUTUMN IN PANORAMICA ZEGNA
A project by an enlightened businessman, respect for nature and love of the landscape are what brought about this panoramic road, now historic , but still outstanding.
ONCE UPON A TIME IT WAS… “INTRA FLUMINA”
A renowned location on Lake Maggiore, Intra overlooks the Golfo Borromeo and presents a large number of tourist attractions, cultural opportunities, fantastic shops and trendy loca..
A WALK BETWEEN THE SPIRES
A stroll along the terrace of Milan's famous cathedral? What a romantic tale… (especially at sunset… whether you are in love or not!)
ANGERA AND ITS ROMANTIC ROCCA
A scalloped castle, a collection of dolls and a series of fairytale weddings …… this is the Rocca of Angera, a virtually magical place!
BREAKFAST ... WITH A VIEW
A special breakfast that you will find in La Darbia, a pleasure to savor in total relaxation and a way to start the day with energy and sweetness.
IT'S NOT SUMMER WITHOUT THE «FESTIVAL OF FIREWORKS»
A season full of lights and sounds, a riot of colors and melodies, a true pyrotechnic event: it is the most explosive festival of the summer!
PASSWORD? #SHOPPINGTIME
Almost all of us have been bitten by the shopping bug and, particularly, when we are on holidays we tend to indulge and pamper ourselves with precious, little, well-deserved gifts...
ORTA'S SACRO MONTE , A SPIRITUAL PLACE
Walking along the Sacro Monte paths, past the ancient frescoed chapels and the wonderful plants in the park, makes you feel as if you were in a corner of Paradise.
A HERMITAGE OVERLOOKING THE WATER
The old “Santa Caterina del Sasso” monastery, built high above Lake Maggiore, offers breathtaking views.
ARONA IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA
A colourful stroll, a colossal statue and an air acrobatics show over the lake are among the surprises Arona has in store for its visitors.
MILAN, PASSION for the NAVIGLI
The modern-day, vibrant heart of the city revolves around the canals, planned by Leonardo, in the New Darsena among the typical tenement buildings and artists ateliers.
TODAY I AM GOING FOR A RUN
One thing for sure is that the weighing scales have no mercy… after so many big meals at Easter, it is time to get back into shape! Wide awake at dawn, technical clothing, sneakers..
A «BALCONY OVER LAKE ORTA»
The Madonna del Sasso sanctuary is just like a huge balcony towering over Lake Orta: formidably striking it dominates the entire area and offers spectacular views.
A DAY AT THE SPA
A day spent at the spa resort Terme di Premia bathing in the salubrious water, pampered by the treatments at the wellness centre, submerged in the quiet of the mountains, is a trul..
MOTTARONE a MOUNTAIN BY THE LAKE
For those of us who grew up at its foot, Mottarone is a mountain par excellence, with its perpetually fresh air, its green grassy fields and the distinctive rounded summit which st..
OUTLET & CO
There are many places where you can purchase glamorous things at reasonable prices by shopping smartly in manufacturers' outlet stores nearby the lake.
OCTOBER TEMPTATIONS
On Lake Orta the magic of autumn is approaching, October awaits us with its delights: enveloping fragrant smells, warm colours and rich flavours enrapture us before the harsh winte..
The emotion of hanging off a wire
Do you enjoy hair raising, spine chilling adventures? Do you adore the thrill of high speed? Is danger what your job is about? Then this place is definitely for you!
“CHIM CHIMINEY CHIM CHIM CHEREE…” THE FESTIVAL OF THE “COAL-BLACK” MEN
«Or blow me a kiss and that's lucky too» sang the chimney sweep in the famous film, Mary Poppins.
STRESA, THE PEARL OF LAKE MAGGIORE
Relaxation and charm await you in Stresa, regal witness to the grandeur of former days