It's the city with a reputation that extends across the world - there's nothing quite like it; built on stilts in the sea. An architectural splendour fighting against all odds to stay standing. 

Listen to any Venetian long enough and they will tell you that the hordes of tourists packed onto cruise ships are literally flooding the city.  And although we didn’t arrive by boat - I can’t help to feel some sense of responsibility. I think it’s because the city is SO special and I can’t bear the thought of it actually disappearing.