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What’s On in Italy: October 2009

What’s On in Italy: October 2009

by Melanie on 01. Oct, 2009 in Event Roundup, News

October is one of the most beautiful and busy months of the year in Italy. Here are a few things going on this month: International Antiques Fair in Florence. This biannual event will take place through October 4 at the Palazzo Corsini. Almost 100 authenticated antiques sellers from around Italy will be exhibiting their wares. [...]

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Happy Birthday, Venice!

Happy Birthday, Venice!

by Melanie on 25. Mar, 2009 in Boat Tours, Destinations, Out and About, Veneto, Venice

I just learned that today is Venice’s 1,588th birthday, according to blogger and Venice Kayak businessman René Seindal. Here’s a nice, brief history lesson: Dear Venice, happy 1588th birthday – René Seindal.

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Touring the Venice Lagoon by Pénichette

Touring the Venice Lagoon by Pénichette

by Melanie on 01. Jul, 2008 in Deals and Packages, Destinations, Eco Travel, Featured Articles, Food and Wine, Out and About, Specialty Travel, Travel Articles, Veneto, Venice

While browsing the web recently, I happened upon Emmanuelle Jary’s excellent primer on touring the Venice Lagoon on ViaMichelin (full disclosure: I have written for Michelin Travel Guides). But what, I wondered, was a pénichette? Turns out that it is a small barge-like houseboat - just the perfect type of transportation for getting around the city [...]

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