September 2, 2024
The day began with a spectacular sunrise over Lake Lugano that we witnessed from the balcony of our room. So nice to sit outside in the cool air and enjoy the start of the day.
The day of exploring started with a train ride around the various sections of Lugano from the business and financial sections to the old town. This was a great way to orient to the city.
After the train ride we walked along the treelined shore that is filled with incredible sculptures. As we were walking a misting rain began so we headed back to the hotel and had lunch on the balcony as we waited for the sun to return. It didn’t take long!!
Off to the old town area to meet up with our tour guide for the afternoon. Well that didn’t happen as the guide never showed!!! We explored the old town on our own and ended up taking the funicular up to the top for some spectacular views of Lugano.
Back at the lake we decided since it was such a beautiful day we needed to be on the water so we took a ferry boat out that stopped at the little grotto’s that surround the shore of the lake. This afforded us a close up view of the houses that dot the hills around the lake. A perfect way to spend the late afternoon.
Dinner was at my favorite restaurant the Spaghetti Store!!! Then back to the balcony to enjoy the city lights as we reflected on a fun day of exploring Lugano.
Tomorrow is a chill day as we have been pushing hard for over a week. No planned activities but we shall see what adventures occur.
Lost Mary….never