Holiday Destinations

'Everyone must visit here at least once. It’s really that special a place'

Gondolas bowing and swaying. Pigeons prowling and seagulls scavenging. Water flapping and lapping from gentle to furious. Sinew-straining gondoliers bobbing and balancing. Everyone must come to Venice at least once. It’s really that insistent a request, that special a place, that must for any bucket list. I defy anyone who arrives not to be astonished by their dramatic entry into this historic city. No cars, just boats and water and arrestingly beautiful buildings. All worldly concerns vanish as I take part on this stunning stage.