Episode 13: From the Bernina Express to Lake Como (+ a quick Ischia and Naples review) with Day

Season 2 of Wander Every Day kicks off with a personal trip recap as I take you along on Nick and I’s September journey through Switzerland and Italy, a perfect mix of smooth logistics, unforgettable scenery, and seriously good food.We start in the sky, reviewing our business class flights from Toronto to Montréal with Air Canada, then onward to Zurich with Swiss Air. From there, I share highlights from a day exploring Zurich, followed by an unexpectedly magical evening in Chur, Switzerland’s oldest town, where we enjoyed some of the best food and drinks of the entire trip.Next up is one of Europe’s most iconic train journeys: the Bernina Express. I break down what makes this route so special, what to expect onboard, and whether it lives up to the hype. From the Alps, we head south to Lake Como, spending a weekend in Vezio just outside Varenna, soaking up lake views, charming villages, and slow Italian mornings.The journey continues with a high-speed train to Naples, followed by a dreamy escape to Ischia. I talk seafood-filled meals, the island’s relaxed pace of life, and a deep dive into the Poseidon Thermal Gardens. We wrap up the trip back in Naples, staying in the Spanish Quarter, eating plenty of pizza, and exploring the city with the help of a Rick Steves free audio walking tour.This episode is packed with practical tips, honest reflections, and inspiration for combining Switzerland and Italy into one unforgettable itinerary. It’s the perfect way to kick off Season 2 of Wander Every Day!🎧 Let’s wander.Timestamp:0:00 Intro: What I’ve Been Up Too + Season 1 Stats!!7:36 Business Class Experience: Toronto Pearson Airport, Maple Leaf Lounge vs Air Canada Café, Swiss Business Class + the Business Arrivals Lounge in Zurich14:22 Zurich: Day-Trip Logistics, the Aqueduct Market + Frau Gerolds Garden18:55 The Bernina Express: Highly Recommended Food and Drink in Chur, Info for Booking + Expectations28:11 Lake Como: Train Accessibility, Accomodation Options + Varenna and Bellagio Food Recs 35:42 Trains: Possible Delays, Milano Centrale Station + High Speed Overview39:23 Ischia: Seafood Galour, Taking the Bus, Ischia Porto Fest + Poseidon Thermal Gardens46:06 Naples: Best accommodation of the trip, Popular Pizza Spots, Travel Mishaps + Rick Steve’s Free Audio Tours51:20 Final Recommendations: Weather variations, eSims + the Strong Suggestion to Travel Deeper