Lake deep, mountain high
Some say that the journey is more important than the destination, but some end points are particularly special, and on this particular day we were able to link them together. Riva del Garda has been on our wishlist for some time, rightly renowned for its beautiful architecture and stunning setting, and a magnet for those seeking the finest in things Italian (except Ducati or Moto Guzzi, of course).
It was to be the highlight of a three-week trip, but our first taste of Riva wasn't that great. My mistake to arrive on a Sunday afternoon and as a result being immersed in a fast-flowing torrent of Italian metal all heading for our chosen destination. Clogged arteries from all approaches in nearly 40-degree heat wasn't a
