You don’t have to be a hard-core Italophile to dream of seeing Venice – it was a required stop on the European Grand Tour, and remains one of the places many people have on their must-see lists. There are good … Continue reading
Category Archives: Venice
Weekend Venice: See and be seen…
Italy’s lagoon city is a magical land of ancient palaces, belltowers and bridges with myriad delights tucked away in a labyrinth of secret passageways. If you only have 48 hours to criss-cross the canals of this fair city, here are … Continue reading
Value in Venice: Dining at Ai Sportivi
When you think of Venice, images of scenic waterways, stripy-shirted gondoliers and the bustling Piazza San Marco no doubts pop into your head. But one association you almost certainly won’t make is that of good value dining: unfortunately the city … Continue reading
August 12, 2010




