Is Venice worth visiting? Sleek black gondolas gliding through hundreds of narrow canals, wandering through narrow alleys, over bridges, to wind your way throughout the beautiful city. There are so many amazing facts about Venice, but there are some essential…
How to Take the Perfect Day Trip to Venice from Pula, Croatia
Imagine strolling through the maze-like streets of one of the world’s most romantic cities, admiring breathtaking architecture and art and indulging in the mouth-watering Italian cuisine. A trip to Venice is an adventure that offers an unforgettable blend of history,…
23 Outstanding Wine & Prosecco Tours from Venice, Italy
Just north of the ancient city on the water, Venice’s Veneto region is famous for its wonderfully bubbly and light white wine–Prosecco. Have you ever tried it? It’s light and airy. It’s sweet, but not too sweet. It’s perfect to…
Reviewing CastelBrando: An Unforgettable Italian Experience
Imagine waking up in a castle that has been standing for over 1,000 years. You open your eyes and look out your window to admire a breathtaking view of the Venetian hills, hear the rustle of the wind, and the…
15+ Delicious Cooking Classes in Venice, Italy
As I’m sure you know, Italian food has a rich culinary heritage with ancient traditions if you’re planning to visit Italy. Each region of the country has its own traditional dishes–and Venice is no different. With its own unique characteristics…
The Best Venice City Pass: A Complete Venice Pass Comparison Guide
If you’ve taken a look at some interesting facts about Venice, you’ll realize this is an enchanting city with a ton of history and culture. However, the price tag for entry to museums and landmarks might sometimes seem too high. …
Venice at Christmas: 25+ Festive Activities in Venice this Holiday Season
While you’ll see that most holiday markets start sometime in November, December 8th, the Immaculate Conception marks the true beginning of the Christmas season in Italy. If you have an opportunity to visit Venice at Christmas, you won’t regret it!…
Day Trip to Venice from Milan: What to See with Limited Time
When you think of Italy, what comes to your mind? For me, it’s all about food, culture, and enchanting cities. When I moved to the Veneto region from the United States, I spent several days each week taking day trips…
Can You Swim in Venice, Italy?
You’d think that a beautiful city-state built entirely on islands would have some area within the city where you can even dip your toes into the water. But, can you swim in Venice? A few days ago, I was sitting…
Day Trip to Venice from Florence: What to See with Limited Time
Florence has always been one of my favorite cities in Italy; however, since I moved to the Veneto region, Venice has become another one of my top Italy travel destinations. Back when I lived in Florence, I would take day…
Venice in Winter: 21+ Reasons to Visit Venice, Italy in the Cold
Even though I love the warmth of the summer sunshine on my skin, nothing compares to strolling through an empty Piazza San Marco in the winter. Now that I’ve been living in the Veneto wandering through Venice’s narrow twisted streets…
The 15+ Best Beaches in Venice, Italy
It’s not just the food, the architecture, and the art that make Venice one of the most unique cities on earth. There’s also the water. And the boats. And the gondolas. And the canals. And the pigeons. And the crowds….