Great reading all your responses.<BR><BR>I am taking my Girlfriend to Venice for the first time to celebrate Valentines - any hints & tips as to romantic places/events we could see while we're there?<BR><BR>Also, I believe that there is a carnival while we're there - do any of you have suggestions as to where we can get a programme of events, if we need to wear costume etc.<BR><BR>Any help much appreciated.<BR><BR>Thanks<BR><BR>Colin

Bad idea. Getting in and out of Venice is a pain in the ass involving a bus then a boat and waiting for both. We enjoyed staying in Venice and walking,<BR>walking, walking especially at night<BR>when it takes on a magicial quality.<BR><BR>Hope this helps.<BR>

We will be going to Venice also, and would like to stay in Venice-proper. However, it will be in the middle of our trip, and we will have a car. Does anyone know how we could handle the car situation? Is there parking? Is it safe to leave a car for a few days?

Stay inside Venice. There is a mist from the lagoon coupled with the soft glow from the pink lanterns that is absolutely magical.<BR><BR>The Bucintoro, by the arsenal, is very inexpensive and has fantastic views.

Absolutely stay in Venice. I've been there several times and there's nothing like dusk and dawn! My vote goes to Locanda Sturion, which has been on the Grand Canal about 100 yards from the Rialto Bridge since the 13th or 14th century. Wonderful rooms and service!