Each season in Venice offers surprises. Some you can encounter whilst wandering through the "calli" (Venetian alleys) and discovering unusual places, others are, so to speak, under the surface of the city and, sometimes, rather pe…

Just before you cross the lagoon, on the long road and Rail Bridge leading to Venice, you'll find “Mestre”. It's a built-up area that has developed around the major economic activities of Venice's mainland, with a port, shipyards,…

Getting lost in Venice's small lanes is perhaps the best ways to discover it and enjoy some of its spirit. It let's you discover unusual places which are a bit odd and off the typical tourist itineraries, but still much frequented…