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Venice

Arriving in Venice feels like stepping into a dream.

This ‘impossible’ city doesn’t make sense, but it makes my heart soar

The first time I arrived here, it felt like I’d stepped into a film set – or, perhaps, a dream.

  • Lee Tulloch
Venice promenade Riva degli Schiavoni.

A ‘ticket inspector’ stole my wallet, then cleaned out my bank account

I felt like an idiot. In all the years of travel, I’ve never had anything stolen. Then a ‘ticket inspector’ came to my aid in Italy.

  • Lee Tulloch
The hotels saltwater pool, the biggest in Venice.

Luxury Italian hotel where George Clooney got married enters a new era

Hotel Cipriani is a haven for the truly famous, including George and Amal Clooney, who held their star-studded wedding there.

  • Julietta Jameson
Only smaller ships are allowed so near the floating city.

Port guide: Venice, Italy

This floating city is packed with churches, palaces and art. Although overcrowded and maddening, it’s impossible not to fall under Venice’s spell.

  • Brian Johnston
Attracting millions of tourists each year, Venice has long battled pickpockets .

Beware: Europe’s worst spots for pickpockets named

Locals in Rome, Venice, Barcelona and Paris reveal the train lines and tourist attractions where petty crime is rife.

  • Amanda Hyde
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As one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, Venice is a hotbed for pickpockets.

On holiday in Italy, I caught a pickpocket red-handed

Italian cities have a major problem with petty crime – as I discovered when strolling the crowded streets of Venice recently.

  • Will Hide
The Rio della Misericordia canal is in the sestiere of Cannaregio.

In this city of overpriced, mediocre food, I found where to eat

There may be a reason why your Venetian dining experience is not what it could be.

  • Natasha Bazika
Marco Polo is completely lacking in wow factor.

This airport is over capacity and on the verge of chaos

Italy, a nation of style and flair, ran out of both when building this airport.

  • Brian Johnston

Avoid the crowds: Six under-the-radar places in Venice you must visit

There’s the storied Venice that the tour guides show you. And then there are the other Venices, Here’s where to find them.

  • Lee Tulloch
San Clemente Palace Kempinski: a true sanctuary.

Escape the crowds in Venice by staying on a city island

Just a simple vaporetto away, the islands of Venice offer an oasis from the bustling canals.

  • Lee Tulloch