Venice’s Festa del Redentore commemorates the end of the devastating 1575–1577 plague. Celebrated each July with decorated boats, family picnics, fireworks, a temporary bridge to the Church of Il Redentore and religious traditions, it is a deeply Venetian expression of gratitude, remembrance and hope.
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Work almost done on Rio Cannaregio
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What's Happening in Venice
A Small Price to Pay for Timeless Beauty
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What's Happening in Venice
Vaporetto Stops and Schedule Change along Rio Cannaregio
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The schedules for the vaporetto changes every summer to accommodate the influx of tourist and sunbathers. But this year there are more changes. Work along the Rio Cannaregio to remedy one of the lowest areas in the city will effectively…
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We Love Venice, Please Stay Home!
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I used to write blogs about the great things to do in Venice, about the incredible artwork and architecture. And stories about the history behind this incredible city that I love so much. But that was before the absolute masses…
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When No is Maybe
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Traveling during COVID presents some weird interpretations of the rules. As I arrived in Venice, I realized my CartaVenezia (it is the boat pass for locals that allows me to buy monthly passes) has expired about 10 days earlier. This…
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Traveling to Venice in the Age of COVID
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I am delighted to be back in Venice, a little work, a little enjoying my friends. But getting here was on the stressful side. So I will share what I learned if you are coming from outside the European Union.…
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Brenda’s Top 10 Things to do in Venice
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Lace in Burano a Venetian Tradition
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Venice awarded “il Premio dei Musei Civici” (top honors) to 101 year old Emma Vidal, born and raised in Burano. She learned the art of lace and embroidery at la Scuola del Merletto, taught by the sisters. She became a…
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Visit Venice – 2015
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It’s that time of year again for planning summer vacations. Here are a few updates on your Visit Venice Agenda. Expo2015 Get ready for larger crowds, book your hotel early as well as flights and trains. Cruise Ships are in…