Overall, Italy has been absolutely amazing and with great people, great stories, and great laughter during the trip, I am truly sad to go. Despite the sadness that follows leaving this wonderful place, I am so glad I had the opportunity to the visit Lake Como on my last day. I expected it to beautiful, but nothing could have prepared me for the scenery that awaited me. When I stepped off the train, I was in awe of not only the beauty of the lake, but also the Alps standing tall in all their glory. This great destination offers beautiful views, along with many lovely, small boutiques and restaurants to visit as one travels to different towns surrounding the lake. Ferries offer an affordable and enjoyable alternative for transportation, that allows one to fully take in the lake from different places. Reflecting on my own experience here, I am so glad this was the last destination because when all the exhaustion and irritation builds up towards the end when the trip is nearly over, it can be miserable, but this lake renewed a sense of calm not only within me, but in others. This trip has been life changing for me and although I would love to stay and explore, I know it is time to say goodbye. No doubt, I will take my renewed perspective, passion, and admiration with me as I continue on my life journey. Perhaps this is not a true goodbye and I will be back, but as of now, ciao and thank you for all you have given me Italy.