Discover the real Venice
With its narrow cobbled streets and maze-like alleyways, Venice is ripe for exploration. While you’ll definitely want to factor some time for aimless wandering into your itinerary, you don’t want to miss out on all of the hidden gems the city has to offer. No worries – we’ve got you covered with the very best bits of Venice – as well as the overrated spots you can skip.
From fresh pasta-to-go to the finest of fine dining, the options in Venice are (almost) endless. Arrive by boat to a fancy dinner, or rub shoulders with the locals while munching on authentic dishes at a traditional tavern. Whether you’re hunting for the city’s best cicchetti or a gluten-free snack, our insider tips will have you eating like royalty.
More of the Italy
If you’re looking for a destination that pretty much has it all, where better than beautiful Italy? Picturesque landscapes, world-class sights and attractions, incredible food and a comparatively mild climate… need we go on? Whether you’re into skiing, exploring historical sites, or chilling at a beach side resort, you’ll find that Italy caters to pretty much every type of holiday. From serene mountains and lakes to busting cities and pristine beaches, the country is as diverse as it is eye pleasing. From the long summers brimming with golden sunshine to the infamously hospitable locals, there’s plenty of warmth throughout this friendly country. There’s also plenty of delicious food; fresh seafood, pasta, pizza, risotto, stews and soups… plus gelato in an almost ridiculous array of flavours… going home heavier is almost guaranteed.
