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Article: A glorious day in Venice, on a budget of euro30
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- September 25, 2008
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For centuries, Venice has captivated travelers with an array of romantic images: gondola rides through glistening canals at sunset, homes painted in vibrant hues of periwinkle and plum.
It's also known as an expensive city. But you can see the basic sights on a budget. For a little over euro30 (US$40), a friend and I spent a glorious day in Venice sampling food, streetscapes and architecture.
There's no better way to start your day in Venice than with an Illy or Lavazza espresso, which will leave you charged for hours. No one in Europe enjoys their coffee quite like the Italians, who huddle around the barista's counter and yell "Buon giorno!" to one another while ...