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Venice Insider: Cat Bauer
Award-winning author Cat Bauer has lived in Venice since 1998, and is still learning how to navigate the labyrinth.
WHERE NOT TO GO
Where NOT to go
Your holiday time in Venice is precious; don't waste your time at these tourist traps (we've got better ideas for you).
NEAR THE BEATEN TRACK
Near the beaten track
Stick close to the beaten track in the Piazza San Marco and discover some gems that few tourists get to glimpse.
ITINERARIES
24-hour itinerary
With just a day in Venice you're going to have to be fast to make a dent in the city's offerings. Follow this itinerary to hit the absolute highlights.
One or two week itinerary
With one to two weeks in Venice, you have time to take in a great deal of this amazing destination. The hard thing will be leaving at the end.
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Luxuriate!
The Italians sure know how to splurge; follow this pampering (plus!) list if you'd really like to indulge.
Shop 'til you drop
There are both peaks and pitfalls to shopping in Venice. Follow our Insider's expert, savvy tips.
Hotel reviews
Our Insider has the best unbiased info for you on a whole range of hotels, from cheap and cheerful to absolutely fabulous.
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Alice in Wonderland
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