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@ Venice Lido
Jacklyn begins her tour of "Northern Italy - Venice and Tyrol" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations!
Italy - North - Venice and Tyrol
We start by unashamedly concentrating on the beautiful water city of Venice from dawn to night life, and experience delights from gondola trips on the canals, viewing quaint little bridges and magnificent architecture, to a visit to the grand Opera House. The pets will round off their Venetian tour with a visit to the famous Murano glass factory! We then move on to a colourful little town outside Venice before completing this leg of the trip by visiting scenes of a very different nature in the mountainous South Tyrol and Dolomites.
Venice Lido
The term Lido, which originates from this island, forms the first part of the name of many seaside resorts in Italy and is used to refer to certain types of outdoor swimming pools, especially in Great Britain. It also the origin of the name "Lido deck" on a cruise ship.

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@ Venetian Gondolas at Dawn
Jacklyn flicked through the phrasebook. “The tour guide at the door of the museum this morning said Prego! as she ushered us all in. She said it meant ‛After you'. I asked her especially.”
“It's one of those terms that mean a number of things: ‛you're welcome', ‛don't mention it', ‛not at all', ‛after you!'. For example, if I reached for your bottle of orange juice you'd say, “Prego!—meaning ‛Please! Help yourself!”
“No, I wouldn't. I'd jolly well tell you to get your paws off it,” grumbled Jacklyn. “It's very confusing, having just one word covering half a dozen situations.”
“Would you rather have to learn half a dozen different phrases, like you'd have in English, to cover each one?”
Jacklyn thought about it for a while. “You may have a point there, Felix!” she said.
Venetian Gondolas at Dawn
Gondolas waiting in readiness for another busy day on the canals of Venice.

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@ Canal Locale
“Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Jacklyn?” said Little Fang. "It looks fantastic!"
"I'll get my camera ready," said Jacklyn.
Canal Locale
This quaint little bridge is typical of the backwaters of Venice's watery streets.

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@ Grand Old Opera
“If there's time at the end when we get back to the hotel, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," Lulu said, offering Jacklyn a chestnut biscotto from the bag and then unwrapping one for herself.
“That sounds like a good plan, Lulu!" said Jacklyn.
Grand Old Opera
Have you got your opera glasses at the ready? As the lights dim and the chatter dies down, prepare to be amazed! What musical treat is in store? Is it perhaps something by Verdi, or Rossini? Or then again, it could be a piece by Mascagni, Puccini or Vivaldi!

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@ Bridge of Mystery
“Would you pass me the binoculars, Jacklyn?” said Sam. "I think that's an Alpine swift flitting around over there! They spend most of their lives in the air, you know."
Bridge of Mystery
A beautiful old bridge in such a romantic city as Venice...

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@ Gondolas in the Misty Dawn
"I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said Champ.
"Me too!" said Jacklyn. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?"
Gondolas in the Misty Dawn
Venice -- the gondoliers must rise early to ready their craft for that day's trade ferrying passengers to and fro on the water streets of Venice.

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@ Grand Canal, Venice
"'Bella Italia!'" read out Cutey Purr from their tour brochure. " 'A country in which you will be swept off your paws by quaint seaside villages, pastoral countryside, idyllic islands, dramatic mountains and ancient historic cities. It's easy to understand why Bella Italia is one of the most romantic destinations in the world.'"
Jacklyn settled back in her tour bus seat. "It's certainly been all that so far, Cutey Purr!"
Grand Canal, Venice
The Grand Canal not only connects most of Venice's top tourist attractions, it is one of its top attractions. Curving in a backwards 'S' shape through the very heart of the city, it is also Venice's High Street, always busy with waterborne traffic including everything from gondolas to barges carrying produce to market.

Episodio 8/30

@ Carnival of Venice
“Buongiorno, Jacklyn!” said Omega. "That means 'good morning', you know!"
Jacklyn sniffed. "So—can I say it back, or do I have to say a different form of it, or say prego, or something?"
“Just say it back, Jacklyn!"
"Well, buongiorno to you too, then," said Jacklyn.
Carnival of Venice
The Carnevale di Venezia is one of the most well known carnivals around the world, and a charming characteristic of the city. It originated as a celebration of the last days of Lent centuries ago. Wearing a colourful mask hid differences in class and status and enabled the working classes to poke fun at the aristocracy. The carnival annually attracts many tourists, who applaud the sumptuous costumes and masks being paraded in the streets and piazzas. Creating masks is an art form in Venice.

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@ Fiery Venetian Sunset
"Milan is widely considered to be the fashion capital of the world. Many internationally renowned fashion brands are based in Milan, including Dolce & Gabbana, Armani and Prada. Quadrilatero della Moda is the high-end fashion district in Milan that contains luxury brands and exclusive fashion boutiques. It’s one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world," read out SQUIRREL! from the itinerary.
"We'll have to take care not to go too mad there, SQUIRREL!!" responded Jacklyn. "Perhaps a designer T-shirt!"
"Hmm—I think a designer bath cube will be more within my budget!" remarked SQUIRREL!.
Fiery Venetian Sunset
Sunset falls on Venice's Grand Canal as the boats wind down their trade for the night.

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@ Orange and Lemon
"Sweetie," gulped Jacklyn apprehensively, "Have you seen this item on the itinerary? We'll be going to see an active volcano, Mount Vesuvius, on the Naples leg!"
"Don't worry, Jacklyn!" said Sweetie reassuringly. "It's not erupted since 79 CE. Admittedly, on that occasion, it did wipe out the Roman city of Pompeii and an estimated three million inhabitants, but today Mount Vesuvius is a large national park that attracts tourists wanting to hike up to the top and take a look inside. The brochure says the trail to the top is beginner-friendly and about a 2½ mile (4km) round trip."
Orange and Lemon
These magnificent buildings on Venice's Grand Canal are in gorgeous shades of amber and apricot.

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@ Water Taxi
“Where are we now, Jacklyn?” asked Rascal.
"If it's Tuesday this must be Tuscany!" joked Jacklyn. "Only kidding—let me check the map!"
Water Taxi
What better way to admire the Venetian architecture than to lie back on the gondola cushions as the gondolier steers you along the Grand Canal?

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@ Murano Glass Birds
“What have you got in your rucksack, Morenth?” asked Jacklyn. “It looks very full!”
“I’ve come prepared for anything, Jacklyn,” responded Morenth. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!”
Murano Glass Birds
Murano glassware production dates back to the Middle Ages. The same-name island has quickly become a centre of glassmaking and shot to fame worldwide attracting more and more visitors. MadeMuranoGlass.com is located right there, in the picturesque Venetian Lagoon, selling pieces of art that will spark your interest.

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@ Serene Venice
"When we get back I'm going to go to the library and see if Mrs Eucalyptus can recommend a book about architecture," said frisky. "I've realised how little I know about it."
Jacklyn thought about this. "Good scheme!" she said.
Serene Venice
Venice at night—serene and romantic ...

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@ Gothic Windows
“If there's time at the end when we get back to the hotel, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," Mama Bear ❤️ said, offering Jacklyn a chestnut biscotto from the bag and then unwrapping one for herself.
“That sounds like a good plan, Mama Bear ❤️!" said Jacklyn.
Gothic Windows
Gondolas wait moored outside these architectural wonders.

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@ Venetian Nights
Half way through Jacklyn's tour of "Northern Italy - Venice and Tyrol", she finds a special prize!
Soft Azure Lake
The soft delicate waters of this isolated lake are calling your name. Take some time off your busy schedule to make a visit.
Venetian Nights
As the heat of the day falls and the daytime busy-ness of the canal dies down, Venice lights up as waterside bars and restaurants fill up with patrons all set to enjoy pizza, pasta and Chianti while the water laps against the tethered gondolas.

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@ Caorle Lighthouse, Italy
“Buongiorno, Jacklyn!” said Fluffy. "That means 'good morning', you know!"
Jacklyn sniffed. "So—can I say it back, or do I have to say a different form of it, or say prego, or something?"
“Just say it back, Jacklyn!"
"Well, buongiorno to you too, then," said Jacklyn.
Caorle Lighthouse, Italy
Caorle Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on a little promontory at the end of the waterfront promenade in Caorle, Veneto on the Adriatic Sea. The lighthouse, established in 1905, consists of a quadrangular bell tower, 9 m (30 ft) high.

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@ Venetian Mystery
“Oh wow, Jacklyn, there's a butterfly!” Fanny cried out.
“It looks like a Mazarine Blue," replied Jacklyn knowledgeably.
Venetian Mystery
Dive in the wonderful atmosphere of a concert or an opera on stages full of charm and history, in the company of the virtuosity of great musicians and the amazing voices of singers in immortal operas.

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@ Murano Glass Bubbles
“Oh hello, Jacklyn!” cried Choose a name. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Scotland back in the spring? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!”
Murano Glass Bubbles
Skilled craftsmen of Murano fashion these gorgeous globes in an array of stunning colours: azure, turquoise, orange, lime green and amber. Your trip to Venice would be incomplete without a visit to this artisans' factory!

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@ Lagoon Boat Trip
"I'm going to have me a hazelnut gelato at the hotel tonight, Likey!" announced Jacklyn.
"I can never decide what my favourite flavour is! I love the pistachio, also the chocolate mint, and the vanilla is fabulous, too!" responded Likey.
Lagoon Boat Trip
All over Venice, small boats are at hand to ferry passengers hither and thither.

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@ Dreamy Venice Sunset
“Oh hello, Jacklyn!” cried Kalila. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Scotland back in the spring? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!”
Dreamy Venice Sunset
As the sun falls and a mist rises, Venice starts to wind down after another busy day.

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@ Burano, Italy
“Oh hello, Jacklyn!” cried Graham. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Scotland back in the spring? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!”
Burano, Italy
This colourful little town is near Venice.

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@ Venetian Memories
"I think there'll be quite a few tired paws, wings and flippers when we get back to the tour bus," said Rascal, after she and Jacklyn had spent some time exploring another narrow, winding alleyway to its end.
"Is there a gift shop at the end?" enquired Jacklyn. "The thought of that generally keeps me going."
Venetian Memories
Anypet would love to own this splendid oil painting to put on their wall as a beautiful memento of their Italian trip!

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@ Ornate Italian Ironwork
"Italy—the perfect choice for our travels this summer, Jacklyn!" enthused tails.
"Yup. Pizza, pasta, Prada. I can't wait to get to Milan!"
"Oh! I was thinking more of world famous paintings and architecture, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, the Colosseum of Ancient Rome, Venice's canals, Pompeii, the opera. Italy has given the world so much!" said tails.
Jacklyn unwrapped a torta al cioccolato pastiglia for herself, popped it in her mouth and offered the packet to tails. "Sure! You know me, I love a bit of culture. As long as there's a nice gift shop at the end, I'm happy."
Ornate Italian Ironwork
A fine example of wrought ironwork guarding this Italian house.

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@ Tyrolean Peaks
"Milan is widely considered to be the fashion capital of the world. Many internationally renowned fashion brands are based in Milan, including Dolce & Gabbana, Armani and Prada. Quadrilatero della Moda is the high-end fashion district in Milan that contains luxury brands and exclusive fashion boutiques. It’s one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world," read out Hugo from the itinerary.
"We'll have to take care not to go too mad there, Hugo!" responded Jacklyn. "Perhaps a designer T-shirt!"
"Hmm—I think a designer bath cube will be more within my budget!" remarked Hugo.
Tyrolean Peaks
Imagine living and working on the slopes of this mountain range, far from the nearest town, with the chamois and other wildlife as your companions! The peace and being at one with nature must make up for the lack of mod cons.

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@ Dolomite Backdrop
"Italian pets talk with their paws an awful lot, don't they, Daphne Fluffster Tinklehoof?" remarked Jacklyn.
"You know, I was talking to the tour guide about that, Jacklyn. She said the gestures originate from the Romans who used chironomia, which incorporates hand movements into everyday language. They aren’t random gestures, each one has a meaning; so as a foreign pet, you never really known what they mean!"
Dolomite Backdrop
This is a "The hills are alive with the sound of music" backdrop if ever there was one! It is situated in Villnöß, Funes, South Tyrol, Italy. It has a German name and most people here speak German as their first language rather than Italian.

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@ Pragser Wildsee, Tyrol
Jacklyn and Graham were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side!
Pragser Wildsee, Tyrol
The most iconic sight in the Dolomites, the Lago di Braies is famous the world over for its turquoise waters, numerous boat houses, impressive spruce pines forests and immense limestone peaks.

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@ Mountain Skiing
"... the texture of fairy floss, the scent of fresh grapes and orange blossom and the mouthwatering flavour of lemon sherbet, green apples and juicy peaches. Sounds lovely, doesn't it, fresh?" remarked Jacklyn.
"I'm sorry, I missed the first part of what you were saying. Is it a gelato flavour?" asked fresh.
Jacklyn chuckled. "No, not gelato. That was a description of Asti Spumante, a delicious sparkling wine from Piedmont. Along with Lambrusco and Prosecco, it's a popular budget alternative to champagne."
Mountain Skiing
The Dolomites in Italy waking up to another day's skiing opportunities.

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@ Skiing Paradise
“Let’s pose with one of us each side of this attraction and I’ll set the self-timer to take a shot,” said Jacklyn to Arthur. “It’ll be a great souvenir of our time here!”
Skiing Paradise
Perfectly manicured white slopes for skiing in winter or fragrant flower meadows and dreamy scenery in summer months? The Dolomites can offer you both.

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@ Dolomite Songster
"That was a lovely risotto we had for supper last night, wasn't it, Dominion?" remarked Jacklyn.
"On our table the waiter explained that risotto is a rice dish with origins in Lombardy. It’s cooked in a broth to make it creamy. It must be made with a short-grain variant of Italian rice, usually Arborio, as this absorbs less water and gives the risotto a sticky texture," said Dominion.
Dolomite Songster
A lone songbird greets the dawn in the Italian Dolomtes.

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@ Misty Peaks
As Jacklyn's tour of "Northern Italy - Venice and Tyrol" comes to an end, she rests under a shady tree and looks back on a perfect day.
Soft Azure Stepped Waterfall
Cascading not-so-slowly down a set of stone stairs, this waterfall is small yet powerful.
Misty Peaks
The Dolomites at dawn -- a rhapsody in blue!
Jacklyn has completed their tour of "Northern Italy - Venice and Tyrol"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour part of Italy!