Like anyplace else, Venice can be different things to different people. If you love history, architecture, and just plain gorgeous views, there’s the Grand Canal. If you’re all about all of that, plus a little romance and a guy in a striped shirt, there’s a ride on a gondola. If you ... , there’s the Biennale. If you love music, there are the “dueling bands” in St. Mark’s Square...

I admit it. I hated Venice the first time I went there. A big phoney historical Disneyland where they rip you off in unparalleled ways. The weather was atrocious. And we were with a couple whose mutual hatred poisoned the atmosphere around them. Oh, and I think we simply stayed too long. That much irreality and you feel bad about yourself - you know, "why aren't I succumbing to the magic...

A light rain. Smell of salt marsh. A quiet morning near Venice. We've boarded, are sitting in roomy exit row seats, right by the WCs. It's something of a shock to hear so many Americans speaking un-Italianized English. We bought good salami and bread near where we spent the night. The iPods are in reach, the dopey paperbacks, all we need now is a glass of wine. I think I can sleep all the way...

Forum: Social Hall Posted By: Craig L Vanderah Post Time: 02-21-2008 at 01:41 AM

After Florence, we couldn't pass up the chance to see Venice. What a beautiful place to spend a day off. When inquiring about points of interest and must-see places, we were told to simply "follow your nose." So that we did. We arrived around 1...

Forum: Social Hall Posted By: Mont P. Stern MD Post Time: 09-14-2007 at 11:23 PM

Since you Brits are always searching for information on this restaurant, a mid-priced seafood gem in the Castello, I thought I'd make your task easier. Here are links to two posts on mondosapore: 1. Recently posted, Venice reconsidered 2. Two years ago, based on an experience at the restaurant five years ago, here. Enjoy your meal! Sergio and Donatello of Il Nuovo Galeon. Sergio is the colorful...

Forum: Food....and Wine Posted By: S. Shapiro Post Time: 08-22-2008 at 03:05 PM

Posted by Michael Pare: Good evening gents and ladies. A couple quick questions.... My wife and I are going to visit family in March and are looking for nice places to eat and dine on good wine....anyone have any suggestions? We ate at some place around a St Armand's Key. ...

Forum: Social Hall Posted By: Craig L Vanderah Post Time: 01-01-2008 at 08:43 PM