Having never been to the Italian speaking area of Switzerland, a series of circumstances made of Ticino just the perfect getaway destination.
All neatness, organization and flair of Switzerland bejeweled with the language spoken in Italy plus the lush semi-tropical flora of all Mediterranean coast and the ubiquitous culture of any European country.
Two days surrounded by water and mountains, strolling around in Parco Ciani among luscious flowers and beautifully trimmed pine trees, cycling through picturesque historic villages with names as suggestive as Paradiso, Melide, Bissone, Melano and Riva San Vitale; exploring the summit of Monte Brè and Monte San Salvatore, discovering the secrets hiding around every corner of ancient stone buildings and sinuous alleyways at the old fishing town of Morcote, enjoying delicious juicy pizza and authentic home-made gelatto with first row views to Lago di Lugano…
These are the kind of experiences that make life slow down and halt for a while. And I can't wait to have it all stand still again.
