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Everyone’s heard of Venice, but are you familiar with Chioggia Italy, or “Little Venice”? With charming canals winding through town, colorful buildings, and a more relaxed (as in far fewer tourists!) historic center, Chioggia is much more than just a smaller version of its famous neighbor. Chioggia may be less well-known, but it’s full of […]

July 3, 2025

Chioggia Italy: Embracing the Charm of “Little Venice”

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The main canal through Chioggia Italy, with a bridge crossing over and boats along the sides. A belltower stands tall in the background.

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Venice is one of the most sought after destinations in the world, one that lands on many people’s bucket lists. And for good reason! There are so many things to do in Venice, Italy that you could spend weeks exploring and still not see it all. The city is unique, with so much art, architecture, […]

July 3, 2025

8 things to do in Venice Italy that most people miss

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A Venice Select Spritz and an assortment of cicchetti ready to be enjoyed

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Venice is a city like no other. It’s a masterpiece of canals, palaces, and timeless beauty. But staying in luxury hotels in Venice, Italy isn’t just about comfort! It’s also about experiencing the city’s history, culture, and romance firsthand. From opulent palazzos on the Grand Canal to secluded island retreats, Venice offers a range of […]

March 2, 2025

The Best Luxury Hotels in Venice, Italy

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Tables and chairs along the Grand Canal at the Riva Lounge at The Gritti Palace, one of the best luxury hotels in Venice, Italy

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Venice is one of the most unique cities in the world, known for its canals, stunning architecture, and centuries of history. If you’ve spent much time there, you may think you know a lot of Venice Italy facts. But you (probably) know less than you think! Venice is so unique that it’s been listed as […]

March 1, 2025

10 Venice Italy Facts You (Probably) Don’t Know

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View of San Michele island, housing the Venetian cemetery, from the water

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I spent 2022 living in Frankfurt, Germany. The culture, language, and surroundings were all new. After a couple months I found myself needing a short break. Someplace familiar. A Venice, Italy trip would be perfect! After studying abroad in Italy and traveling there multiple times, Italy feels much more familiar than Germany. I’ve been to […]

February 25, 2025

The recipe for a magical weekend trip to Venice, Italy

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View from the lagoon, looking across the water at the side of San Marco and the belltower in the Piazza San Marco with gondolas lined up along the edge of the lagoon

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Italy is a country of breathtaking landscapes, rich traditions, and fascinating history. From the snow-capped Alps to sun-drenched coastal villages, each of the regions of Italy offers something unique, whether it’s food, art, or natural beauty. Exploring the 20 Italian regions goes beyond visiting famous cities. It’s about experiencing the local culture, cuisine, and history […]

February 20, 2025

Discover the Enchanting Regions of Italy

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The rolling hills of Tuscany, one of the best known regions of Italy

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No one can argue with Venice’s beauty, art, architecture, and romantic setting. But one thing I hear a lot is “there’s no good food in Venice”. But if you think that’s true, you’ve never gone to Venice and tried the cicchetti! I understand the sentiment. Venice is full of restaurants catering to tourists, especially along […]

November 19, 2024

Venice Cicchetti Guide – How to Eat Like a Venetian

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All' Arco, one of the most famous cicchetti bars in Venice, Italy