A quick visit to Ascona in Ticino, Switzerland, is always worth while. Not only because of the breathtaking view of the lake and the really scrumptious gelato, but there is still a charm. A charm that hasnt been destroyed by commercialism or the bus loads of tourists visit. It is a town where even locals are proud to live. The windy cobblestoned streets allure a certain adventures mood in every passerby. You never know what little boutique shop, secret courtyard, or grotto you find next..