Venice Podcast

Hello, and thanks once again for listening to the hotelbook® Podcast series. On this episode, we will be discussing the “City of Water”: Venice, Italy.  Romanticized in Hollywood and glorified by historians, this city is like no other, a place where often the easiest way to get to work is by boat.

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Upon arriving in Venice, it’s clear that the city has a look and feel unlike any typical European destination.  Constructed upon a set of small islands in the marshy Venetian lagoon of the Adriatic Sea, Venice is most famous for its canal-lined streets, where rustic gondolas, quaint row-boats and small skiffs are docked against tall wooden poles that extend from the ocean bed.   Although it’s a small city just over two miles wide, you’ll find there’s more than enough to experience. 

To start off your trip, we’d recommend you check out the grand San Marco Square.  The central gathering place of Venice, this vast plaza is the only space of its nature entitled to the name piazza in Venice.  All of the other squares and pedestrian spaces in the city are entitled to the more diminutive name of campi.   Thus, the Piazza de San Marco is an important place by name alone, and upon walking across its ancient marble tiles, it’s not difficult to understand why.  Originating in the 9th century, this is a great  spot to begin your tour of Venice, for you’ll be in the heart of the city in an immense plaza filled with human voices flanked by the majestic Basilica de San Marco.  Over the years, this plaza has been the most important for all of the city’s religious and civil ceremonies, concerts, festivals, markets, and celebrations and hence has become Venice’s main symbol and most visited tourist attraction.  From here, there’s plenty to see and do, from exploring the Doge’s Palace, a historic Gothic structure, to discovering what the Basilica is like behind its beautiful facade.

Now that you find yourself in the heart of Venice, we’d recommend a great hotelbook® featured hotel to help you enjoy your stay.  At the Colombina Hotel, you’ll be situated just a few paces away from San Marco Square, and you’ll be overlooking the famous Bridge of Sighs, home to one of the most romantic canal passageways in Venice.  At the Colombina, you’ll find a 17th century palace that’s been completely restored to provide modern and comforting accommodation.  Plus, the interior design of the hotel reflects a 15th century style unique to Venice, making this hotel truly one-of-a-kind.

Next on the list, we recommend that you explore the Ponte di Rialto, or the Ai Mori D Oriente Hotel.  Found along the Canal Della Sensa, this modern accommodation is built within the walls of an old 14th century Venetian palace.  Furnished by Venetian artisans, this cozy hotel retains an old-world feel with all the amenities of a state-of-the-art hotel including free internet, satellite television, and a fully stocked mini-bar.  Plus, you’ll be walking distance from Venice’s north pier, where it’s easy to find a short ferry ride to Murano or Burano.

While Venice is a great destination to explore because of its historical riches, perhaps the biggest attraction is its romantic appeal.  One of the most fantasized romantic dates is an intimate gondola ride down the Grand Canal, or a candlelit dinner among a quaint Venetian calle.  Even if you’re single yourself, it’s possible that soon after spending some time in Venice, you just might be humming to yourself the tune of ”That’s Amore” 

Well, as this Podcast comes to a close, we hope you’ve enjoyed this brief overview of Venice.  When booking a holiday to this enchanting city, don’t forget about our featured properties, the Colombina Hotel and the Ai Mori D Oriente Hotel.  Each accommodation provides the most relaxing home away from home in the city of romance and they are featured at some of the best prices going.

As words can only say so much, we recommend you explore Venice for yourself to really understand what it’s all about. 

Stay tuned for more tips and travel ideas from hotelbook.com.

Comments

Thanks for the brief guide. Venice is a unique and magical city, that everybody should visit once in life.

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Thanks for the sweet Venice Podcast