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30 Days on the Road in Italy…Day 9: Venice

Posted on December 13, 2010 by giratravel

Come with us as we explore Italy and check out properties for Gira! Italian Vacation Rentals. Today, the sun is out and the sky is blue.  It’s a different Venice from the rainy and cold version we have gotten to … Continue reading →

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30 Days on the Road in Italy…Day 7: Venice

Posted on December 9, 2010 by giratravel

Come with us as we explore Italy and check out properties for Gira! Italian Vacation Rentals. I have to admit that I know precious little about Venice’s acqua alta, so it seemed obvious to me that the recent rains must … Continue reading →

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30 Days on the Road in Italy…Day 6: Venice

Posted on December 9, 2010 by giratravel

Come with us as we explore Italy and check out properties for Gira! Italian Vacation Rentals.   Having said our goodbyes in Trento, we get back to the A4 highway and drive east to Venice.  We’re excited, as we haven’t … Continue reading →

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Epiphany Celebration in Venice

Posted on December 18, 2009 by giratravel

The Feast of the Epiphany is a national holiday in Italy and is celebrated on January 6. It honors the 12th day of Christmas when the Three Wise Men arrived at the manger. Italy’s traditional celebration includes the tale of … Continue reading →

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