Famous designer Karl Lagerfeld is investing in his own group of hotel chains, restaurants, night clubs and residential properties. This comes after other famous designers launched their own similar ventures.
Despite its reputation as a luxurious destination, Lake Como also has accommodations and tours that can fit an everyday person's budget. With its quaint villages along the shore, snow-capped mountains in the background, and 80,000 friendly locals, here are a few things any intrepid traveler can do should they want to visit.