Holidays Italia

Not only Carnival in Venice, even Christmas in Venice is becoming a famous event for thousands of Italian and foreign visitors in the last few years. In fact many people choose to spend the new year holidays in this town of infinite charm. The constant and varied range of flight plus hotel which the major tour operators offer contribute to this phenomenon . Even the last minute for a weekend in Venice have a strong appeal to those with limited time but still wishing a memorable vacation.

Among the most typical Italian cities, Venice certainly deserves a place of honour. Many are indeed the characteristics that make Venice unique and that and that make it one of the favourite tourist destinations for visitors from all over the world. Its picturesque location on the lagoon, its being virtually suspended upon water and its endless artistic, historic and cultural heritage charm and enchant even the most distracted tourists.

What are the peculiarities of Christmas in Venice? For almost the entire month of December the city becomes vividly lively. They take place the typical Christmas markets, often organized by the skilled local craftsmen, where you can buy handiwork, souvenirs, unique Christmas decorations or enjoy fresh local products both sweet and salty.

Definitely do not miss the Glass Christmas in Murano, a great opportunity to see up close the laboratories of the most prestigious glassmakers, and see real masterpieces of art while they are being created, and participate in fun culinary initiatives.

Even the New Year in Venice is something special; many restaurants and hotels organize rich dinners and dances full of fun and of happiness; but just a bottle of champagne or spumante are enough to celebrate with everyone you meet in the Piazza San Marco, always full of people until dawn.

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