Imagine waking up in Como, Italy, one of the most storied destinations in Europe, with Lake Como and the Alps as your backdrop. This 4-day, 3-night stay for two puts you in the heart of the city, so you can spend your days wandering cobblestone streets, lingering over espresso in a lively piazza, and taking in the Italian lake life that has drawn travelers for centuries.

You'll stay at Volta House, a one-bedroom apartment in central Como, about a four-minute walk from the magnificent Como Cathedral. It's a comfortable home away from home, with a fully equipped kitchen for slow mornings or a simple dinner after a day out, plus air-conditioning, a TV and Wi-Fi. Being in the center of town means the best of Como is right outside your door. Use Como as your base to explore. Take a ferry to the lakeside villages Lake Como is famous for, stroll the old town, and settle into the unhurried pace that makes this corner of Italy so beloved.

Whether it's a romantic getaway, an anniversary, or a long-awaited escape with a friend, this is the kind of trip people remember for years.