Visiting Venice in the winter months has a couple benefits even though the temperatures drop. A few reasons are that the airfares to Europe dramatically decrease, there are less tourists, and there are unique Italian holidays and activities to take advantage of! November San Martino Day – Watch children dress up and chant around the city …
What’s this pastry cake, covered with icing with various wrapped chocolates on top, baked in the shape of the saint on horseback? You’ll notice all the bakeries and grocery stores in Venice start displaying these colorful cakes a few days before November 11th. They can cost from 15-45 EUR depending on the size. History: …
Two reasons to go to Church. All Saints’ Day November 1 –This is a national holiday where everything is closed. It’s a Catholic holiday commemorating all the martyrs and saints. The next day, the Day of the Dead, is set aside to honor deceased loved ones. Italians celebrate the two holidays together. Find out how they …
All Banks and Government Offices will be closed, but the Shopping in Venice will Continue! What is all Saints’ Day? It’s a national holiday so public offices are closed (if it falls on a weekday). This Catholic holiday on November 1st every year commemorates all the martyrs and saints. The next day, the Day of …