The journey continued....... we were heading towards Venice. This is the real Italy.... the place where you can't compare and find anywhere else in this world. Leaving the mountains towards the east, the journey took around 2 1/2 hours. We booked our self-catering apartment on the mainland since we couldn't bring our car to the island. There are ample public car-parks available around Venice if you arrive by car. On the other hand, there is a good bus connection from Marco Polo airport and Venice Island if you took the flight. The short trip will only take around 20 minutes to reach the city.
Most of the accommodation on the mainland are much cheaper compared to those on the island itself. If you chose to stay on the island, be prepared to push your luggage up and down countless bridges throughout the island for you to reach your hotel door-step, not to mention maneuverings through the crowds.... Make sure the wheels are in good working condition...
Public transport in and around Venice is very efficient. You have the options to buy 1,2,3 or weekly tickets that cover the buses only, water taxis only or combination of both at reasonable price. Do wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be walking for miles, ..... Venice is best to be explored on foot since there are a lot of interesting things to be found and discovered....... especially the elaborate and distinctive window display of Venetian masks, Murano glasses, delicious pastries and beautifully crafted marzipan figurines ........ and of course .....yummy gelatos!!!
On the day that we arrived in Venice, there were 3 mother ships that already berth at the dock. At which ever directions that you go, just too many people around that really made me sick...... totally different from what we experienced a few days earlier. You can plan to visit Venice anytime throughout the year, but avoid going there in winter especially during high tide season where some part of Venice will be submerged up to knee high ..... so plan your trip carefully!
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