Now’s the time to plan your travels if you haven’t already—and these properties, from the Dolomites down to Puglia, are a great place to start.

Here's what you need to know before planning a trip to Lake Maggiore, including the best hotels, things to do, and more.

TRAVEL MASTERS Travel can be both profound and transformative. Exhilarating and unforgettable. But not always. The difference between a good trip and a great one-perhaps a life-changing one-is so ...