The New York Times – Travel:
A writer and his daughter wander the ancient city at night, inspired by Joseph Brodsky, the Russian writer who loved the city in its cold, quiet season.
Category: Venice (Italy)
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Venice Implements Entry Fee to Deter Tourists
The New York Times – Travel:
Venice’s first day of charging a fee to enter the historic center went mostly smoothly, but there were some protests and polemics.
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Venice Access Fee: What to Know Before Your Day Trip
The New York Times – Travel:
Venice is trying to mitigate overtourism with a small fee on busy days. City leaders hope it will make visitors more aware of the city’s fragility.
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Crafting Tod’s Shoes Never Meant to Be Walked In
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
In Venice, a coterie of craftspeople reinterpret Tod’s driving shoes.
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Venice to Charge Day Trippers an Entry Fee to Discourage Overcrowding
The New York Times – Travel:
Starting this month, tourists intending to visit the city on busy dates will be required to register on a website, and those coming for a single day will have to pay a little over $5.
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Venice Keeps Off UNESCO World Heritage Danger List
The New York Times – Travel:
The fragile Italian city has taken steps to reduce the impacts of climate change and excessive tourism, but some experts said the moves were not enough.
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‘Poor Things’ Takes Top Prize at Venice Film Festival
The New York Times – Film:
The film, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, stars Emma Stone as a woman who goes on a sexual and philosophical journey. The announcement of its win was met with a roar of applause.
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At Venice Film Festival, Trapped Women and Controlling Men
The New York Times – Film:
This year’s lineup includes films from Sofia Coppola, Yorgos Lanthimos and Bradley Cooper in which female characters squirm under the thumbs of egocentric men.
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How Hugh Findletar Became a Rare Black Glass Artist in Venice
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The former first lady, Naomi Campbell and Anne Hathaway are among those whose faces Hugh Findletar has reimagined as glass vases.