As Americans, we’re all aware of the siren call of go-to Italian getaways such as Positano, Florence, Rome, and even the beaches of Sicily. Many of us flock to these destinations each year like flies to honey. But with such places in their backyard and plenty of less-crowded alternatives available, where do the Italians vacation within their own beautiful country? One popular choice is Lake Garda or Lago di Garda in Italian. Located in northern Italy, with its shoreline shared between the regions of Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige, and Veneto, this 143-square-mile lake is the largest in Italy and has a maximum depth of 1,135 feet. However, the real appeal isn’t the lake’s impressive depth but what awaits on its surface: the lake is popular among those interested in learning (or practicing) wind and water sports such as sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and even foilboarding. What struck me most about our recent month …