Everyone has heard of carnival in Venice, many love it, and others find it very demanding. It’s a special period of crosses and delights during the Venetian winter. Every year there are numerous events, parties, and shows for the occasion. Continue reading
No there aren’t in Zoo’s in Venice, or bio parks or safari’s to visit while on a gondola ride. There are a lot of fantastic animals in Venice but the most important animal you won’t find when walking along alleys and campielli. Nevertheless, its presence is dominant and diffused and not only on the island of the Venetian Lagoon. It is the lion of San Marco, the undeniable symbol of the city and the Venetian Republic. Continue reading
If you love Venice, you’ll probably be tired of doing or hearing the “top ten things to do in Venice” which will include visiting the Basilica of san Marco, the church, the bell tower, etc… All Good, but to change it up a bit you can decide to do something and see something different. A reminder that in Venice you can do more than just see you can also experience and enjoy.
The New Year has just begun, yet in Venice you must always look ahead. As if there weren’t enough reasons to visit this island, here are some interesting events happening in the year 2017. Continue reading
Every season has a special menu, even in Venice and fish is always a main ingredient (we are on an island.) All regions have different delicacies to offer. For Christmas and New Year’s lunch there are traditional dishes to serve for everyone. Winter is full of Venetian recipes that are delicious and don’t mind the cold. (Canoce are amazing aren’t they?). Continue reading
There are times when even in Venice it can get very cold. It’s the days when winter is prominent and winds from the north will take the temperatures close to zero. Other times, it’s the fog that gets under your skin, creating a suggestive atmosphere that is not always comfortable. Continue reading
If Christmas is a prefect time to spend with the family, New Year’s is the perfect time to change it up. So why not choose to spend the last hours of the year- and the first hours of the new year- discovering Venice during the winter when its calmer and more accessible. Continue reading
It’s that time of the year you spend all year waiting for and you never are prepared for when it finally does come around. Especially, if you plan to be on vacation, but Christmas in Venice is like no other Christmas in the world, just simply because you are in Venice. Continue reading
Christmas is always Christmas, but if you decide to travel for the holidays, destinations are always tricky to choose. If you’ve never thought of visiting Venice during the winter, then this moment is a perfect one to reconsider this city as a choice and evaluate the many opportunities this Christmas period has to offer to enjoy a special experience in Venice. Continue reading
There have been numerous movies filmed in Venice. In fact, where else can you find such an original and unique scenery? But thanks to the Oscar-winner director Sorrentino, movies in Venice are surely gaining actuality for having integrated the Venetian Lagoon in his series The Young Pope. Continue reading
Venice is very special for it’s century old history and countless traditions. The Redentore and Salute are just some of the local festivals celebrated throughout the year and Venetians are particularly passionate and proud to partake in these festivities. In November there is a special celebration- especially for the little ones- the San Martino Festival. Continue reading
Autumn: and so it begins. We’ve already reviewed this phenomenon. But when it hits, it hits. But what can we do when it happens? Continue reading
One thing we can all agree on is that: Venice is unique and beautiful. It’s no matter if you’ve only seen Venice through a post card, or movie, or television or if you’ve been just once. Venice is Venice. Period. And like all beautiful things, it’s important to enjoy and share its beauty. Continue reading
We’re used to using our finger not the moon. So you can imagine what it’s like getting to a new and different city like Venice for the first time. You’ll be bewildered and stunned. Different from all other cities yet it will seem familiar since you’ve seen it so many times in the movies or in pictures on Facebook. Continue reading
No it’s not another novel by J.k. Rowling. In reality, Venice has many fantastic animals just under our noses. It’s not a trick or a ploy: The magic in Venice is real just like the numerous little animals that live in it are whether they’re in the placid canals or in the hidden bell towers. This too is Venice. Continue reading