Must-See Venice

Jenna Rose Robbins: Arrange for a tour so you can get the behind-the-scenes scoop on all the art and Peggy's history. She was truly fascinating.

Jenna Rose Robbins: Yeah, it's must-do, even when the throngs are out. But it's worth it.

Jenna Rose Robbins: Watch the expert glassmakers work their craft. There's a reason Murano glass is world-renowned — and these folks show you how it's done.

Jenna Rose Robbins: Super-cozy, moderately priced, and centrally located. What else could you ask for?

Jenna Rose Robbins: I could spend hours here just marveling at the architecture. So much more impressive than the knock-off in Vegas.

Jenna Rose Robbins: Save half a day for exploring the island and its numerous glassmaking shops.

Jenna Rose Robbins: These guys are great. They went out of their way to make me vegetarian polenta!