Saturday, April 26, 2008

Venetian How-To's

How to make sure it won't rain: Buy a $65 pair of kids' rainboots.

How to look like a tourist on the vaporetto: Wave your ticket around (no one shows their tickets, but you better have one in your pocket in case of "control.")

How to make friends: Ask people looking at maps if they need directions.

How to annoy the vaporetto conductor: Try to get on the Number 3, which is only for Venice residents.

How to get a nasty look from the guy at the museum entry desk: Head for the toilets before buying your ticket.

How to get where you're going. Determine your general direction, keep your head up, follow the crowd and don't look at your map.

How to find something interesting: Turn any corner.

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