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Venice was one of the nice surprises. We had
read a lot about the stinking canals, the heat and the crowds and
the tourist traps. But it is a fascinating place. We did the tourist
things; visited a glass blowing demonstration and sales pitch, took
a gondola ride complete with musicians and strolled Piazza San
Marco. We took a dinner cruise of the lagoon and got to sight see
and stroll Venice by night. That is where the charm of Venice lies.
At night. Our hotel was located on the mainland & took about 45
minutes to get into Venice by boat. Venice is built on many islands
in a lagoon. The only way to get into the city is by boat. No cars
are allowed - they won't fit in the streets. Even a SMART car won't
fit. Scooters are not allowed either.
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Globus could have really enhanced their trip
by having a hotel right in Venice. It would have raised the price of
the trip, but would have been worth it.
Enroute to Venice from Assisi, we had a
chance to stop in Pomposa, a very small village with charming abbey.
This stop was refreshing and gave a taste of what I believe true
Italian ambience.
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On to Venice ... |
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Views from a gondola. |
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Views of the crowds. |
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One of the many churches |
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Venice by night |
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