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An Italian Adventure: The Venetian Islands and Country Visits

Venice might have been amazing, but the places we visited on nearby islands were absolutely charming. My favorite was Burano with its colorful houses and slower pace. There’s not a lot going on in Burano, no great cathedrals or museums … Continue reading

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An Italian Adventure: Venice

Built on 118 islands, Venice is like no other city in the world. Walking or water transportation is how you get around, although the pricey gondolas are today only a tourist attraction. The gondoliers no longer sing, but it’s still … Continue reading

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An Italian Adventure: Lake Como, Milan, and Verona

I’m back from my third visit to Italy, my favorite European country. The ten-day Uniworld trip began in Milan and ended in Venice, with detours to Lake Como, Verona, and a few of the islands surrounding Venice. Before any serious … Continue reading

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