Venice

Venice, Italy has stood the test of time through several invasions and world wars, but now its distinct architecture is being threatened by pigeons. The authorities have had to act as the birds and their droppings have been jeopardizing city structures and tourism.

Pigeon poo threatens leaning tower

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The tradition of a masked carnival can be traced as far back as the fourteenth century in Venice.

It has now evolved to being the best known international event in Venice with people from all over streaming in to this popular tourist destination. The avenues of enjoyment are… read full article

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Planning a romantic break in Venice, Italy? About.com gives useful tips on gondola rides. Visiting Paris, France, and looking for authentic French entertainment?  Gridskipper lists six great cabarets in the French capital. Planning a trip to Thailand or Indonesia with your young child? On Delicious… read full article

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Visiting Italy during the Christmas season can be one of the most interesting ways to get a look inside Italian culture. Especially from a North American standpoint, where the ubiquitous Christmas tree is normally replaced by the presepio (nativity scene).

I spent the Christmas holiday in Rome two years… read full article

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Check out October's most popular articles on the Venere Travel Blog:

1.  Things to do in Munich

Published September 29th - If you're planning a holiday in Bavaria, Germany check out our Top 5 things to do in Munich including the world famous Munich Oktoberfest, the… read full article

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Travel Agony Aunt received the following question from a traveler planning a holiday in Venice in winter:

Dear Travel Agony Aunt, I'm thinking of booking a trip to Venice late November early December. Do you have any suggestions for hotels and what the temperature would be. Would it be very… read full article

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August’s most popular articles about travel on the Venere Travel Blog:

1. Top accessible holiday destination: Valencia, Spain

Published August 6th - Valencia is one of the best accessible destinations in Spain and offers wheelchair friendly hotels, high quality public services and disability equipments ensuring both seniors and disabled tourists… read full article

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A delicious meal is always a great way to splurge on your holiday, but have you ever wondered about the history and meaning behind the cuisine you were eating? If so, you’ll want to check out Context Travel’s Annotated Dinner, which is taking place in Venice on September… read full article

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Travel Agony Aunt received the following question from a traveler in agony: Dear Travel Agony Aunt, My wife and I have hired a car for 9 days picking it up in Venice and dropping it off in Vienna. We have decided that we would like to go to Prague and possibly drive to Auschwitz. Wondering if you… read full article

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Grand Hotel Rimini celebrates 100 years. The splendid 5-star hotel that inspired Italian film director Federico Fellini for his Academy-awarded movie Amarcord, was designated national historic landmark in 1994 and is now member of the Italian Select Hotels chain. The recent ban on pigeon feeding in Venice, Italy marks the… read full article

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Hotel Chatter recommends the Golden Tulip Hotel Tritone in Venice Mestre, Italy to all music fans going to the Heineken Jammin' Festival. On Gadling, have a look at the bizarre design of the new National Library in Prague, Czech Republic. How… read full article

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Places to avoid if you are claustrophobic, afraid of heights, or have a combination of both conditions. Likewise, places not to miss if you enjoy tight spaces and pointing saying “everyone looks like ants from up here!”

1. Delft Cathedral, Netherlands

Save up your energy because there’s only… read full article

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Made in Italy : Hotel Chatter gives you two good reasons to book a stay at Villa Laetitia, a Rome boutique hotel designed by Anna Fendi Venturini. Traveling on a weak dollar in Europe : Msnbc reports that Harry's Bar offers a 20 % discount to all the 'poor American tourists' on… read full article

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