If you want a holiday that combines stunning scenery with activities galore, look no further than Castelnuovo del Garda.
Set among gentle hills littered with vineyards, this historic town is located close to some of the best known theme parks in Italy, making it an ideal choice for families. A medieval stone tower is the centrepoint of the town square, and you can spend happy hours dipping in and out of its plentiful shops, cafés and authentic trattorias.
It is ideally located for visits to Gardaland a short drive away, where you will find thrilling rollercoasters, water rides and a mini safari park, perfect for fun-filled family days out. The Canevaworld Resort, featuring both the Movieland amusement park and Aquapark with its massive waterslides, lagoons and lazy river, is also close by, and if you want to get up close and personal with a variety of marine life, head for the Sealife aquarium.
There is a great variety of scenic walking and cycling trails, museums and historic palaces in the immediate vicinity, and the neighbouring resorts of Lazise, Peschiera and Sirmione are within easy reach. You can also hop on the ferry and explore other towns dotted along the lake shore, or enjoy an excursion to one of the great cities of Milan, Venice or Verona.
Your Resort Managers
Ulf Czerwinski
Ulf moved to Italy in 2011 and thoroughly enjoys his role as a resort manager in Peschiera. The most rewarding part of the job for Ulf is when people speak to him at the end of their holiday and thank him for helping to make their holiday so special, Ulf says "that means the world to me". Ulf goes on to say it’s the little extras that help people enjoy their holidays such as telling them to drop into "Torta della nonna" for an Italian pastry, it’s a must." His key tip for holidays in Lake Garda is to try and see as many of the towns and villages as possible as each one exudes a unique atmosphere.
Lynsey Mackay
Lynsey is one of Topflight’s sporty resort managers. During the winter season, the lure of ski calls and Lynsey heads to the Austrian Alps to work as a resort manager in one of Topflight’s featured ski resorts. During her days off in the summer you will find her on Torbole beach, wind-surfing or paddle boarding. Whilst on the lake, Lynsey says a must visit is Cascata Varone, Riva waterfalls and what’s also great about Lake Garda is the option to travel everywhere by boat instead of bus - she says "it’s a novelty!"
Gina Cerejo
For Gina the highlight of her job is the people that she meets each week. They ensure that the job as a resort manager is always interesting. Everyone has their personal requirements of what they want to experience whilst on holiday and she enjoys giving her personal advice! Her favourite memory of her time in resort was her first experience of stand up paddle boarding, an activity which she highly recommends to those who enjoy water based activities. Gina highly recommends a visit to the beaches in Rivoltella and the Grotta di Catullo in Sirmione and if you are looking for an excursion her recommendation is Venice Classica!
Anna Munari
Anna is a very experienced resort manager, she was brought up just outside Bardolino so has a special passion for the area. She says "I have the pleasure to call this area my home". Anna enjoys the outdoors and highly recommends lake shore walks and walking up into the hills to enjoy the peace and tranquility. In Bardolino it is simply sit and watch the world go by for Anna, she loves the sheer variety of restaurants and wine bars. Her excursion of choice is Bolzano Renon, she says "it’s only a short transfer to enjoy absolutely breathtaking views of the Dolomites".
Debbie Kirk
As one of Topflight’s newest resort managers Debbie has enjoyed the lifestyle on Lake Garda for 5 years. Living in Malcesine she looks after the resorts of Malcesine, Riva and Torbole. She says "although I love all 3 resorts my heart lies in Malcesine. There are many little spots which I love - the views from the restaurants at 'Porto Vecchio' and the quaintness of the little Piazza Cavour. There's a little grassy area called Lido Sopri which is great for sunbathing and a dip in the lake with that view - perfect!" Her all-time favourite excursion is Bolzano and Renon and she says her guests who take this excursion "finish their holiday with a big smile"
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Gardaland is the biggest and best theme park in Italy and the third largest in Europe and has thrills, spills, adventures and fun in spades. With something for every age, a trip to Gardaland will without a doubt be the highlight of the kids’ trip!
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Gardaland Adventure Park will appeal to families of all ages. There are themed lands and enough fantasy, adventure and adrenaline pumping rides to ensure that everyone has the time of their lives here.
If it’s thrills and heart pumping spills you’re after, try out the Blue Tornado, Magic Mountain and Raptor roller coasters and if you’re feeling very brave, try Oblivion:The Black Hole. If you wish to take to the water, try the Jungle Rapids or the Colorado log flume.
For the younger tots, there is plenty to keep them entertained here too. The brand new Peppa Pig Land is sure to keep them happy. Visit Peppa’s famous house, sail on the exciting pirate ship with Peppa, or fly up to the clouds in colourful balloons. This will, for sure be the highlight of the little ones trips.
If the family needs a change of pace, there is also a Sea Life Aquarium here, where you can explore deep under the water in the Shark Tunnels and discover amazing fish, jellyfish and seahorses.
Gardaland also offers a personalised, tailor made service to guests with special needs such as visual limitations, reduced mobility, autism and down syndrome. It is designed specifically to make sure that people with disabilities can have the most fun experience, with a customised itinerary based on their specific needs.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from the Gardaland website or from the park’s ticket office on site.
Get there early! You’re going to want as much time as possible!
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