Venice
I got our family a penthouse in Venice for the Spring Break. Girls were busy into the break. So they just knew that we are going there didn’t know where we are staying. So they were positively surprised.
I rarely use a B&W image but for some reason it felt like it. Especially because Venice is so colorful, even during a rainy and damp day.
These days it’s not hard at all thanks to AirBNB. Compared to any hotels that I like in Venice, this apartment is half priced and came with a free airport private boat pickup which is about €140. Nothing to complain and the ladies love it.
That is the view from the living room on this penthouse apartment. We you open the door, you see this below.
I don’t know about you, but I am sold! Honestly if this place wasn’t a day away from Houston, I would just buy at apartment here today! It is even affordable in US standards.
Travel light
I am two kids as many of you know and we are traveling with just a backpack each. If you can do that in Venice I highly recommend it. As you probably know, Venice does not have any cars or buses, everything is transported by boats and then you walk the narrow cobblestone streets. Yes, not very friendly to roller bags. It’s been little more than 24 hrs and I have seen numerous tourists struggle with their roller bags! The only downside for me is that I am without my laptop. However it is quite liberating. I can even do a hive post from my phone!
I am greeted with is relatively less crowded Venice. The carnival is just over and the tourists have left the town a little bit. Also I am staying here for the whole week which I am told not many tourists do. So I have the advantage to taking that picture above from the Rialto bridge early morning when it was relatively empty.
The grand canal looked pretty even in a rainy and lousy cold day!
Street Scene
I am more interested in street scenes here as opposed to usual sites of Piazza San Marco and Doge’s Place! I thought Marforio Dragon Lamp was pretty!
The Marforio Dragon Lamp is a remarkable blend of functionality and artistry, embodying the Baroque style of the early 18th century. This striking bronze sculpture features an intricately designed dragon, symbolizing power and majesty, and serves as both a practical light source and an ornamental landmark near Campo Marzio. Its presence enhances the beauty of the Venetian streets, illustrating the city’s unique approach to public art. More than just a lamp, the Marforio Dragon Lamp stands as a testament to Venice’s rich cultural heritage and artistic legacy, captivating all who encounter it.
I had no idea on this until I literally ran into it! Who knows how many hidden secrets Venice holds! I am totally captivated by the town already!
