I fell in love with Venice 24 years ago on my first trip to Italy. There is a hint of mystery across every bridge, in each small canal, in the soft colors of the buildings, the sparkle of light on the water at night. Add in the graceful movement of gondolas and the sound of the waves as they slap against stone. It is easy to be seduced by Venice.

How is it possible then that 20 years have gone by since I last came to visit? I never planned to stay away so long.

Once I returned, lured by the chance to experience Carnevale here, I remembered just how enchanting Venice is. Today I want to share some of the beauty that is Venice. And for that, photos say it best.  -post by Joanne