Venice

     It is obvious that Venice is very much a tourist destination. It was not designed as one, but it draws people to it. It is interesting. It is historical. It is fun. These are reasons why it has become so popular to people. The middle of the Sahara is not a tourist destination for a reason too. When something is attractive you have to deal with the crowds. You just do. But, if you want to see Venice without a crowd. Go and stay there. Go to a concert at the Fenice opera house. Go out at night when everyone else is back on their cruise ships. Late night in St. Mark's Square is wonderful.

Photo by Mike McLellan