Venice Unmasked
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Almost a year ago, over a cup of coffee, a group of current and ex work colleagues decided to have an adventure. There were six of us in total and we decided to have a short break in Venice. Thankfully one of our number was a wiz with the internet and booking flights and hotels. She did the hard work and found something I didn't think was possible - a cheap holiday in one of the most expensive cities in the world. And it was during the Venice Film festival!
We were there for five days in total and got to see two sides of this wonderful city. Yes we fought our way through the crowds in Saint Mark's Square into the Basilica, Doge's Palace and Bell Tower as well as drinking evening cocktails in Harry's Bar. But we also strolled through the almost deserted back streets, found quiet cafes and bars as well as enjoying an extrodinary view of St Mark's from across the water on the tranquil island of San Giorgio Maggiore. The only problem is there is still so much we want to see.
Route taken and entries by Real Traveler Kerry Taylor
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Hello Venice
I met up with my fellow travellers at Newbury station, where we packed ourselves into a minibus with Steve the driver. This worked out the cheapest... Continue reading »
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Venice: Secrets, Lies and Vaporetti
It was still pouring with raining and thundering when I finally dragged myself out of bed. With trepidation I looked out the window and realised my... Continue reading »
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Venice: Ghettos, Gold and Galleries
After breakfast we all headed down to the vaperetto stop together. My friends were going to St Mark’s Square and then the Lido. They were hoping fo... Continue reading »
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Venice: Tombs, Towers and Treasures
After breakfast we all headed off round the corner to the nearby Santa Maria Gloriosa del Frari. We had passed this church several times in the las... Continue reading »
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Ciao Venezia!
I woke up feeling a little rough; my throat was sore – not a good sign as R had been suffering from the reminents of a cold throughout the trip. Ra... Continue reading »
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