Can you take luggage on Venice Vaporettos?
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Nidwaldner_Chris:
I always get confused at policies like this. When I'm in Venice in Sept. I'll have a carry-on sized bag AND a large purse/day bag. Does that count as a "piece of luggage?" I mean, do I have one piece or two?
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Jennie
I always get confused at policies like this. When I'm in Venice in Sept. I'll have a carry-on sized bag AND a large purse/day bag. Does that count as a "piece of luggage?" I mean, do I have one piece or two?
Thanks!
Jennie
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What we really need to know about this "allowance" issue is how often the "rule" is actually enforced. My experience has been similar in that the vessels seem to be crowded and there isn't always a lot of room...lots of jockeying for position by folks, like me, with luggage. And, even though it is probably unlikely your luggage will be stolen (after all, where can the thief go with it?)I would advise keeping close track of any money, etc., but if you use a moneybelt it shouldn't be a problem.
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I travel with a 22" rollaboard, which I check and a soft tote bag that I carry on. I have not been charged for "excess luggage", but then, I did not see those grappling with four huge suitcases being charged either.
I think it is up to the vaporetto crew, and most likely depends on their mood that day, and/or just how many people are overburdened.
I think it is up to the vaporetto crew, and most likely depends on their mood that day, and/or just how many people are overburdened.
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No one stopped me with an oversize purse + medium size duffle with shoulder strap. BUT it is a bit tricky because the boarding platform rocks (water ya know!), the boat rocks, it can be EXtremely crowded, etc.
So yes you can do it but it but was a tiny bit of a challenge.
So yes you can do it but it but was a tiny bit of a challenge.
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It's no big deal. If you happen to get a crowded vaporetto, it takes a couple minutes of jostling about to get set, but everyone seems to survive. It's not an ordeal unless you're a very exciteable person.
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The vaporetti are busiest in the middle of the day (or all day if it's raining). I find it easiest to put my bag in the left luggage at the station, then check into the hotel; I collect the bag in the early evening when the boats are quieter, it's cooler and I will have worked out the easiest route to the hotel.
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Of course, that is the mode of transport in Venezia! Just as a courtesy, stand towards the back or sides of the boat, rather than in the middle of the standing area.
Last year, there was such a rude American couple on their honeymoon on my vaporetto -- they were jostling, pushing and shoving their 2 large suitcases around on everyone's feet, bumping knees, etc. When they rammed a woman and her baby in a stroller, the woman was justifiably upset and the 2 obnoxious Americans then proceeded to curse HER out! I was appalled at the complete lack of decency and respect for the others around them -- not to mention being in another country. I was too embarrassed to chide them for their insensitivity for fear that they would curse me out loudly too. Truly a disgrace!
Last year, there was such a rude American couple on their honeymoon on my vaporetto -- they were jostling, pushing and shoving their 2 large suitcases around on everyone's feet, bumping knees, etc. When they rammed a woman and her baby in a stroller, the woman was justifiably upset and the 2 obnoxious Americans then proceeded to curse HER out! I was appalled at the complete lack of decency and respect for the others around them -- not to mention being in another country. I was too embarrassed to chide them for their insensitivity for fear that they would curse me out loudly too. Truly a disgrace!