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@ Venice Lido
Tirill 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
"It says in our brochure that Italy has produced many luxury sports cars, such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo and Maserati. That's impressive, isn't it, Lady Thea?" remarked Tirill.
"Well, they certainly are amazing, Tirill," responded Lady Thea. "But I'd rather own a little Fiat 500! They are terminally cute!"
Venetian Gondolas at Dawn
Gondolas waiting in readiness for another busy day on the canals of Venice.

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@ Canal Locale
"... 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, Dokken?" remarked Tirill.
"I'm sorry, I missed the first part of what you were saying. Is it a gelato flavour?" asked Dokken.
Tirill 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."
Canal Locale
This quaint little bridge is typical of the backwaters of Venice's watery streets.

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@ Grand Old Opera
"It says in our brochure that Italy has produced many luxury sports cars, such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo and Maserati. That's impressive, isn't it, Ciaré?" remarked Tirill.
"Well, they certainly are amazing, Tirill," responded Ciaré. "But I'd rather own a little Fiat 500! They are terminally cute!"
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
"It says in our brochure that Italy has produced many luxury sports cars, such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo and Maserati. That's impressive, isn't it, Daphne Fluffster Tinklehoof?" remarked Tirill.
"Well, they certainly are amazing, Tirill," responded Daphne Fluffster Tinklehoof. "But I'd rather own a little Fiat 500! They are terminally cute!"
Bridge of Mystery
A beautiful old bridge in such a romantic city as Venice...

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@ Gondolas in the Misty Dawn
“You know, I'd like to spend a whole week in this region here, Tirill!” said frosty.
"It's very pleasant indeed—but you never know, the next part of the tour might be even better!" replied Tirill.
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.

Episodio 7/30

@ Grand Canal, Venice
"What does Benvenuti a tutti! mean, jingle?" queried Tirill, admiring the front of her travel itinerary.
"It means 'Welcome, everypet!" replied jingle.
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
On disembarking from the tour bus, Orpheus surveyed the current stopping place. “Would you fancy living here, Tirill?”
"Well, it's certainly a bit different to where we live," said Tirill. "But I could get used to it, I daresay!"
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.

Episodio 9/30

@ Fiery Venetian Sunset
“Oh wow, Tirill, there's a butterfly!” Ucil cried out.
“It looks like a Mazarine Blue," replied Tirill knowledgeably.
Fiery Venetian Sunset
Sunset falls on Venice's Grand Canal as the boats wind down their trade for the night.

Episodio 10/30

@ Orange and Lemon
"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 piper from the itinerary.
"We'll have to take care not to go too mad there, piper!" responded Tirill. "Perhaps a designer T-shirt!"
"Hmm—I think a designer bath cube will be more within my budget!" remarked piper.
Orange and Lemon
These magnificent buildings on Venice's Grand Canal are in gorgeous shades of amber and apricot.

Episodio 11/30

@ Water Taxi
"It's turned a bit hot, Tirill. I'm going to put my sunhat on," said Ailfric.
"Good scheme! I'll dig mine out as well," said Tirill.
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?

Episodio 12/30

@ Murano Glass Birds
"I think there'll be quite a few tired paws, wings and flippers when we get back to the tour bus," said Maxwell, after he and Tirill had spent some time exploring another narrow, winding alleyway to its end.
"Is there a gift shop at the end?" enquired Tirill. "The thought of that generally keeps me going."
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.

Episodio 13/30

@ Serene Venice
“Oh wow, Tirill, there's a butterfly!” Bella cried out.
“It looks like a Mazarine Blue," replied Tirill knowledgeably.
Serene Venice
Venice at night—serene and romantic ...

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@ Gothic Windows
“Oh wow, Tirill, there's a butterfly!” Cashmere cried out.
“It looks like a Mazarine Blue," replied Tirill knowledgeably.
Gothic Windows
Gondolas wait moored outside these architectural wonders.

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@ Venetian Nights
Half way through Tirill'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
"We'll be seeing a bit of everything here in Italy," remarked Chocolicious. "You could say, from Giotto to gelato!"
"That pistachio gelato we had last night was superb!" marvelled Tirill. "You can certainly tell the difference between Italian ice cream and the mass produced stuff we have at home!"
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.

Episodio 17/30

@ Venetian Mystery
"It says in our brochure that Italy has produced many luxury sports cars, such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo and Maserati. That's impressive, isn't it, BoBo?" remarked Tirill.
"Well, they certainly are amazing, Tirill," responded BoBo. "But I'd rather own a little Fiat 500! They are terminally cute!"
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
“Where are we now, Tirill?” asked Sparkle.
"If it's Tuesday this must be Tuscany!" joked Tirill. "Only kidding—let me check the map!"
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!

Episodio 19/30

@ Lagoon Boat Trip
“What have you got in your rucksack, Snowball?” asked Tirill. “It looks very full!”
“I’ve come prepared for anything, Tirill,” responded Snowball. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!”
Lagoon Boat Trip
All over Venice, small boats are at hand to ferry passengers hither and thither.

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@ Dreamy Venice Sunset
“Where are we now, Tirill?” asked FINN.
"If it's Tuesday this must be Tuscany!" joked Tirill. "Only kidding—let me check the map!"
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
“Ooh, it's just starting to drizzle, Tirill!” said Choose a name. “Can you hold my gelato and map while I dig out my Pac-a-Mac?"
Tirill good-naturedly took charge of Choose a name's possessions while she emptied her rucksack of a pack of sandwiches, a Thermos flask, a pair of galoshes, a bag of toffees, a paperback novel, a bottle of mineral water, an address book, some postage stamps, an assortment of different coloured biros, a bottle opener, a couple of old train tickets, a handful of golden and silver moles, a hotel key, some shopping receipts and a selection of rather battered sachets of salt, sugar and tomato ketchup before locating the Pac-a-Mac right at the bottom. This she donned and then Tirill helped her put everything back in her rucksack.
Burano, Italy
This colourful little town is near Venice.

Episodio 22/30

@ Venetian Memories
“Let's practise some Italian phrases, Tirill!" said Rhian. "Tell you what, hand me that postcard, will you? Grazie!”
Clutching the postcard, she looked at her friend expectantly. “That's your cue to say Prego—which means ‛you're welcome!'”
Tirill looked puzzled. "Why do I have to say anything at all, Rhian? If I've performed a very minor service and you've said 'Thank you', do I need to say anything back? It's not like I made you a cake or mowed your lawn. I just handed you a postcard. You said 'thank you'. Couldn't I just smile slightly or something?"
Rhian mused for some minutes. "The English language lacks the exact equivalent of prego or bitte schön and similar phrases in use in Continental Europe. Still, when in Rome ...!"
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
"It would be great to live on a houseboat in Italy!" said Bellat enthusiastically. "You can sail round most of the country, and when you get tired, just moor the boat and hop in a bunk!"
Tirill considered this carefully. "I don’t think houseboats are designed to go on the sea, Bellat. You’d have to get a proper yacht, or something.”
Ornate Italian Ironwork
A fine example of wrought ironwork guarding this Italian house.

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@ Tyrolean Peaks
“Let's practise some Italian phrases, Tirill!" said Avalanche. "Tell you what, hand me that postcard, will you? Grazie!”
Clutching the postcard, she looked at her friend expectantly. “That's your cue to say Prego—which means ‛you're welcome!'”
Tirill looked puzzled. "Why do I have to say anything at all, Avalanche? If I've performed a very minor service and you've said 'Thank you', do I need to say anything back? It's not like I made you a cake or mowed your lawn. I just handed you a postcard. You said 'thank you'. Couldn't I just smile slightly or something?"
Avalanche mused for some minutes. "The English language lacks the exact equivalent of prego or bitte schön and similar phrases in use in Continental Europe. Still, when in Rome ...!"
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
"I'm going to have me a hazelnut gelato at the hotel tonight, Rowan!" announced Tirill.
"I can never decide what my favourite flavour is! I love the pistachio, also the chocolate mint, and the vanilla is fabulous, too!" responded Rowan.
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
"We'll be seeing a bit of everything here in Italy," remarked Buster. "You could say, from Giotto to gelato!"
"That pistachio gelato we had last night was superb!" marvelled Tirill. "You can certainly tell the difference between Italian ice cream and the mass produced stuff we have at home!"
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
“I don't know how to pronounce half of these place names, Tirill!” said Cuddles ruefully.
"Never mind," said Tirill. "We'll look them up when we get back to the hotel tonight!"
Mountain Skiing
The Dolomites in Italy waking up to another day's skiing opportunities.

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@ Skiing Paradise
"frosty," gulped Tirill 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, Tirill!" said frosty 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."
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
"I think there'll be quite a few tired paws, wings and flippers when we get back to the tour bus," said Nemo, after she and Tirill had spent some time exploring another narrow, winding alleyway to its end.
"Is there a gift shop at the end?" enquired Tirill. "The thought of that generally keeps me going."
Dolomite Songster
A lone songbird greets the dawn in the Italian Dolomtes.

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@ Misty Peaks
As Tirill'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!
Tirill has completed their tour of "Northern Italy - Venice and Tyrol"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour part of Italy!