Author(s): Damien Simonis

Guides

Discover Venice & The Veneto
Relive "Casino Royale" and cruise the Grand Canal in your very own speedboat
Escape the "menu turistico" and dine instead on "baccala" and Bellinis in hidden backstreet bars
Take the art-pilgrim path to Padua, then sit with fireflies in Verona's pink-marble arena
Contemplate Venice's less salubrious past, when the Catalogue of Courtesans was the guidebook of choice
In This Guide:
One author, 12 years of Venice know-how, five extended walks, one attempt at the Vogalonga
The only guide that goes the extra mile in finding gorgeous, great value canalside accommodation
Meet the mayor, learn about the lagoon and appreciate the city's artistic heritage - locals spill the beans on Italy's most beautiful city
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