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Venetian briccole: what are they -and what is their story?
The Briccole are one of the symbols of Venice, although less known to mass tourism. You can meet them while navigating in the lagoons of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia. But what is their story?
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Prosecco is a unique wine produced in the hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene in Veneto, and exported all over the world
Prosecco is produced in Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia and from there it has conquered the whole world, becoming the most exported Italian wine. But what is the incredible story of Prosecco?
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How the Navigation lock works: from Leonardo da Vinci’s project to today
The invention and the history of the navigation lock, from Leonardo da Vinci to today, easily explained.
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Cod, a typical food of Venetian cuisine: history and traditions
The history of Baccalà Veneto (Cod) from the origins to traditional dishes become a classic of Italian cuisine, known throughout the world.
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A holiday through the vineyards...on a canalboat
We are not talking about the French Burgundy here, but about north Italy, about the lagoons and the rivers in Venetia and Friuli-Venezia-Giulia.
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Where and how to moor your houseboat during your vacation
Can I tie my boat wherever I want during my holiday? How do I know if I will find a free spot? Where can I find available moorage places for my houseboat? These and other frequent questions will be answered in this article, in which you will get to know everything you need.
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Did you know that the world’s oldest clock is in Chioggia
September and October are the ideal months to discover the less known attractions, as for example the secular secrets of the clock in the tower of Sant ’Andrea - church. Cruising on a houseboat in autumn will allow you to unveil the myths and the legends of the Lagoon of Venice.
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The rhythm of a Houseboat Holiday
How many hours per week are spent cruising? How many kilometres can be covered? How many towns and cities can be visited? These are interesting questions, which we will try to answer.
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The legend of “The Devil’s bridge” on Torcello Island
Where does its name stem from? What does the black cat want? Why is the devil so attached to this place? Discover all this, and much more, sailing on a houseboat in autumn.
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A holiday is not a move
This funny, ironic story told in first person will help you understanding how you shouldn't prepare yourself for your boat cruise
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