Even Venice has its Gran Prix: the Historical Regatta (Regata Storica.) No shiny cars, but fierce crew members on traditional boats-rigorously oars- that are ready to challenge all rivalries that would make even Formula 1 champions envious.
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Where to eat in Venice? But most importantly, what to eat? These are frequently asked questions, so don’t worry. There are those who love to immerse themselves in the traditional cuisine, those who look for a more international cuisine, those who prefer full course meals in elegant restaurants, and well those who don’t have the time to sit down because the city is too beautiful and deserves exploring in depth. If it is your habit to eat something quick, but savory, that is both traditional and made with territorial ingredients, bacari (typical Venetian bars) and cicchetti (venetian snacks) are just for you. Here are some suggestions on where to taste a few Venetian delicacies.
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Venice is a marvelous enigma, fascinating and mysterious. Who can really get to know it results in carrying unforgettable emotions. If there were a Venetian dictionary for its soul, grasping its spirit would be easier; but in the meantime we can content ourselves with another type of help. Continue reading
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How beautiful is Venice? Well, a lot, no doubt. You have to visit it at least once in your life. And the time that you do, it shouldn’t be stressful it should be a perfect vacation in a unique reality. The first step to doing so is to think of the city as a living entity, and not just an open museum. Continue reading
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The Festival of Redentore is surely one of the most loved by the Venetians (but not only). The third Saturday of July is circled in red on the lagoon calendars even a year before and the preparations are organized in advance. Continue reading
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The Gran Canal is the spine of Venice and the arteries of navigation that connect the extremities of the city and the only real water boulevard to admire the facades of the beautiful Venetian Palaces. Continue reading
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Of course, Venice is a city on water, but finding yourself on a rainy vacation isn’t the best. Fortunately, an island with centuries of history and infinite artistic resources doesn’t shy away from a storm or a couple days of bad weather. So here are some suggestions on what to do when it rains in Venice.
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Walking around Venice is marvelous. Wherever you turn you see something irresistible. But if you’ve planned a big tour, then maybe take advantage of the free exhibitions correlated with the Biennale, and relish a well-deserved apéritif in San Marco. Continue reading
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You don’t need an introduction. Saint Mark’s Square is one of the most famous Piazze in the world and is certainly one of the most monumental complexes ever visited. Of this Piazza – the only one in Venice, all the others are “campi” (squares)- the rest is known. Continue reading
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Today we would like to do something different and see Venice from another perspective. This is how: Venice offers a lot within the historical city center’s boundaries, but there is a whole world to discover from the Barena “tidelands” to the numerous islands that surround the lagoon. Continue reading
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There’s a period of the year in which Venice becomes inevitably the world capital of contemporary art. It’s known that that moment coincides with the Biennale 2015 Art show with endless exhibitions, more or less prestigious, that is concentrated more or less in one week.
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Here we go. Tickets in hand. Reservations made and expectations high! You are about to visit Venice, I mean its no Detroit (with all respect). If you have already visited, by now you can’t get enough; but if it’s your first time in Venice, here then is a few suggestions to experience your vacation to the max!
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There is no doubt, whomever visits Venice will cross it many times. The Rialto Bridge is the most famous most admired, and in a sense represents the geographical center of the city. Continue reading
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Amongst the infinite Italian marvels, there is a small island in the northeast that hides a great secret. Millions of people every year visit it. Everyone in the world knows of it. Try showing a picture of St. Marks square to a Japanese child or an elderly Brazilian, trust me they will recognize it to be Venice. Continue reading