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  • Luggage And Bags: I packed hand luggage only for my 4 day trip in a holdall, plus a smartish roomy handbag. Lost count of the times I was nearly knocked over by rucksack wielding tourists rushing across bridges or Piazzas, or by wheeled cases nearly removing my ankles, as their owners blithely dashed along- Can't begin to imagine how busy it is in summer!

    Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Comfortable footwear is essential- I still haven't mastered the Italian art of walking around in high heels!
    In December I was glad I'd packed my winter coat, it was quite chilly out of the sun and at night. Plus the locals were usually very smartly dressed, so I didn't feel too out of place. I even got stopped and asked directions in Italian a few times!!
    I've just seen an article saying that etiquette wardens are going to patrol St Marks square this summer to combat 'falling standards' such as walking around the city bare chested !!


    Toiletries & Medical Supplies: Compeed blister plasters came in useful!
    Plenty of Pharmacies here, but carry your essential medications.
    'forget' your perfume/ soap etc. and re-stock with Italian fragrances!!!
    'Resolve' or other hangover 'remedies' in case of a few too many Bellinis


    Photo Equipment: I'm still not digital- Though Venice has proved that perhaps I should convert!!
    It's cheaper to buy film in UK or USA, I paid 5 and 6 euros for 36 exp films - thought I'd brought enough-Hmmm, no I'd used all of my stock on my 2nd day! UPDATE- I'm now digital! So, I now know to recommend plenty of memory cards, spare battery and charger



    Miscellaneous: Sunglasses/lip salve-even in Winter
    Credit Card etc- Venice isn't always cheap, and there's plenty to buy!
    Bubble wrap for those delicate souvenirs, bottles of Prosecco etc.
    Binoculars- for viewing Venice from high above etc.
    Wet wipes/tissues for before and after eating those delicious ice creams 'on the move'


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    Comments for suvanki about Venice
    Trekki Fri May 22, 2009 22:24 UTC
     Oh Sue, I found so many inspirations already!! Sant'Erasmo B&B sounds fantastic and also to buy kitchenware as memory gifts :-)) And I also attended a mass with tears in my eyes of all that beauty! Back for more!!
    hindu1936 Mon May 4, 2009 16:50 UTC
     Wow! great tips--history, times, schedules, insights-what more can we ask. thanks--keep traveling and writing for us
    aussirose Thu Feb 26, 2009 05:04 UTC
     What a fabulous opening pic Sue! And great tips too!...I saved a few interesting ones in my Trip Planner for when I eventually get there :o).....and yes I'm going to get lost too!!...what fun :o) Cheers, Ann xx
    abi_maha Sat Feb 21, 2009 03:17 UTC
     What a page! I spent 5 days in Venice the only time I visited, except had forgotten a lot of it. Now my memory's refreshed! Thanks for sharing!
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