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Venice, Italy
Francesco Santini
Chief Concierge: Hotel Gritti Palace

A Venice native, Chef Concierge Francesco Santini has worked at Hotel Gritti Palace since 1965.



Food & Drink Shopping Activities Outdoor
Best Golf Course
The Golf Club Lido.

This 18-hole course is one of the best in Italy. The club also has three practice greens.

Best Local Sporting Event
The Vogalonga.

This rowboatting regatta has been a yearly tradition since 1974.

Best Hiking
Tre Cime Di Lavaredo.

We call these mountains "the rooftop of the world." Sometimes the snow stays until June; it's quite unbelievable.

Best Place to go for A Run
Along the Canale della Giudecca.

There's a wide path beside this large canal where ships pass, but it's never crowded.

Best Place To Catch A Sunset
San Marco square.

The water glistens when the sun sets.

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