Resorts Magazine

Day 1 Arrival. We leave from Italy and, once crossed the border, we are immersed in the beauty of Ticino. We travel through picturesque landscapes until we reach Vico Morcote, a charming village that welcomes us with its peace and tranquility. The view is lost among the perfectly aligned vineyards that extend geometrically to the shores of Lake Lugano, offering breathtaking views. We make our way to the Relais Castello di Morcote in the late afternoon, just in time for an aperitif, then we prepare for dinner. Evening. We have dinner at the Alpe Vicania restaurant, an enchanted refuge where nature is part of the culinary experience. The trees that embrace the restaurant form a natural porch, creating an intimate and magical atmosphere. Under the green foliage, the light of sunset gently filters, giving off plays of shadows that dance on the tables. Day 2 Morning. We drive to Morcote, a few kilometers far from our Relais. The village - also known as the pearl of Ceresio, enchants with its narrow streets and colourful houses overlooking Lake Lugano. We take a walk to reach the church of Santa Maria del Sasso and the Scherrer Park, a park-monument that houses a rich collection of art objects from all over the world. We have lunch at Ristorante della Torre, located on a platform on the lake, enchanted by the exotic vegetation and beauty of the village. With a cuisine that celebrates fresh and local ingredients, the restaurant offers elegant dishes such as squid stuffed with potato cream with cuttlefish, caper powder and black cabbage chips. 79 R ESORTS M AGAZINE