MORE ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION
OF VENICE
Our local ambassadors discover the most authentic spots for you.
IS THERE ANYTHING MORE ROMANTIC THAN LOSING YOURSELF IN VENICE?
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A race at the Gran Canale
Sometimes I like to play tourist in my own town. The camera strung around my neck let's me blend in with the colourful mass of summer tourists. According to the latest statistics, each year nearly 20 million foreigners peacefully…
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Venetian festivals
The Venetians have two religious events that they never miss: the Feast of the Redeemer and "Madonna della Salute" (Our Lady of Health).Both have been celebrated for centuries and are linked to a vow made by Venice for the bringi…
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Packing a suitcase for a weekend in Venice
That moment you are seized with doubt as to what to pack for a short break in another city. Here you are, ready for a long-awaited getaway for a few days: tickets printed out or downloaded onto your smartphone, hotel booked onlin…