Venice

A Catholic Church With A Disney World Line...

Rick Steves | Posted 05.24.2012

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The people who run the big sights in Venice have generally welcomed us to film, but only when they're closed to the public.

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WATCH: Beating The Crowds In Venice

Rick Steves | Posted 05.23.2012

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The cafés on St. Mark's Square may be pretty empty in the evenings, even with the allure of their orchestras, but crowds still fill the midday streets.

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Casinos And Small Changes In Venice

Rick Steves | Posted 05.22.2012

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An electric readerboard in a pharmacy window ticks down with each person who moves out or dies. Today's population: 58,756. Yesterday, it was 58,759.

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PHOTOS: 15 Venices Around The World

BootsnAll | Posted 05.07.2012

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The Venice of...

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PHOTOS: Wild Festivals Worth Traveling For

Kensington Tours | Posted 04.28.2012

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From the wildest street parties to time-honored cultural traditions, take a look at this collection of fantastic festival photos from around the globe.

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Loving The Lakes And Palaces Of Udaipur

Leora Novick | Posted 04.17.2012

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The white stone made a beautiful contrast against the blue waters and the air was silent save for the call of birds.

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Legendary Editor and Fashion Icon Diana Vreeland on Display at Venice's Palazzo Fortuny

ARTINFO | Posted 05.21.2012

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In the spring of 1936 Diana Vreeland put on a white lace Chanel dress and placed a bolero over it. She weaved red roses through her jet-black hair and...

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PHOTOS: Kidtastic Family Adventures

Kensington Tours | Posted 05.21.2012

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What is a Kidtastic Family Adventure? It's a holiday that goes far beyond the beach and instead features personalized once-in-a-lifetime activities

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PHOTOS: Beautiful Black-And-White Photos Of Venice

Posted 02.21.2012

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A new book from ASSOULINE is a must-have for lovers of Italy and anyone who's been to Venice. The stunning collection by Jean-Michel Berts was inspire...

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PHOTOS: Europe On Ice

Posted 02.07.2012

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The cold snap currently freezing Europe in its tracks -- halting commutes, breaking dams and leaving many stuck at home -- has continued its drive wes...

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Venice Rebels Against Cruise Industry

AP | By COLLEEN BARRY | Posted 02.06.2012

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VENICE, Italy -- It's a matter of perspective. From aboard a 12-deck cruise liner, the sight of St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sig...

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PHOTOS: 9 European Attractions To Miss

BootsnAll | Posted 04.05.2012

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Not every attraction in Europe is world-class. Quite a few don't live up to the hype.

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Want To See Venice From The Deck Of A Cruise? Bring Binoculars

Reuters | Posted 03.20.2012

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By Philip Pullella ROME, Jan 19 (Reuters) - Thinking of taking a cruise to view Italy's islands from close up, or admire ...

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PHOTOS: A Different Approach To Intimate Travel Photography

Sivan Askayo | Posted 03.12.2012

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This project, which was named by Phaidon "Intimacy Under the Wires" is not just about laundry. It's about places, the people in them and the role of the photographer.

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PHOTOS: Befane Regatta On The Grand Canal

Posted 01.06.2012

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On the Grand Canal in Venice, men dressed as old witches, 'befane' in Italian, race towards the Rialto Bridge, standing up as they row Venetian style....

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Buon Giorno MR C! Cipriani Comes to L.A., and I Have My Best Italian Meal in Years

Jay Weston | Posted 02.07.2012

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I can't think of another occasion when the opening of a new restaurant has evoked more controversy than here in Los Angeles with the recent opening of the Mr C.

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Masters Of Venice, At The De Young Museum, San Francisco

Terence Clarke | Posted 01.29.2012

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Giving And Thanks Year-Round, Even After The Turkey's Gone

Joel John Roberts | Posted 01.28.2012

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The smell of turkey lingers in the house from morning to evening. The plate settings are positioned and the television channel is set for the first fo...

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Letting Go Of Who We Were

Roger Housden | Posted 01.24.2012

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There are no regrets, but there is the poignant memory of a world that is no longer with us.

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PHOTOS: The Most Romantic City On Earth

Posted 11.15.2011

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Ah Venice, how we love thee. Though there is a tax for tourists due to its sinking status, the city of canals is still one of the world's most str...

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Italy's Other Art

Misha Lyuve | Posted 12.10.2011

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What makes an Italian meal really great are the recipes perfected for generations and high quality produce. But a work of art?

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7 Things the Amanda Knox Case Taught Us About Studying Abroad

Perry Binder | Posted 12.09.2011

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As I prepare to teach in Italy next summer, here's a short list of items that students should know before leaving the States to their study abroad country.

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Scene By Scene: Venice In 23 Hours

Andria Mitsakos | Posted 11.29.2011

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Scene Four: Satiated by wine and cicchetti, it was time for dinner. We hopped on our speedboat and off we went.

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I'm With Stupid: Fetch Me My Dinner, Wench, I Mean Mom

Todd Hartley | Posted 11.26.2011

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Just the other day I read a story about an Italian man who, at the age of 41, not only still lives with his parents but has forced them to seek legal help to try to get him out of the house.

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Along For The Ride: Lingering At Venice's Hotel Cipriani

Andrea R. Vaucher | Posted 11.23.2011

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The Doge's Palace, the Lido, the Grand Canal: how grand can they be, compared to this?

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