I’m willing to believe that not everyone may be as mesmerized by the problems swamping the world of Venetian rowing racing as I seem to be. So, barring some sensational or truly revolutionary turn of events in the aftermath of the recent unpleasantness in the last two races, this might be my last post on the matter for a while. I said “might.”
But before I leave this theme in my wake as I sail on to other strange (or not strange) yet wonderful aspects of life here, I’d like to add one more element to the “1812 Overture” which the subject here has become. And that is the provocative analysis of the Big Picture recently given by veteran Venetian journalist Silvio Testa.
Have been coming to Venice for at least 40 years and have never had a problem.
But that’s because I pay attention and keep my (few) euros and credit cards in a safe place. Am returning later this month with a friend and I told him that if he insists on carrying his wallet in his back pocket I’m not going with him. I think people are especially complacent in Venice, where it’s otherwise so safe. Thanks for the heads up!
I’m glad to know of your excellent safety record, and I agree that the city’s relative safety is a bit deceptive. What was the situation 40 years ago (or so)? Has it changed dramatically from when you began coming here?
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This is better than Days of our Lives!!
Thanks for keeping us in touch with the very latest news in the racing world. 🙂
Have been coming to Venice for at least 40 years and have never had a problem.
But that’s because I pay attention and keep my (few) euros and credit cards in a safe place. Am returning later this month with a friend and I told him that if he insists on carrying his wallet in his back pocket I’m not going with him. I think people are especially complacent in Venice, where it’s otherwise so safe. Thanks for the heads up!
I’m glad to know of your excellent safety record, and I agree that the city’s relative safety is a bit deceptive. What was the situation 40 years ago (or so)? Has it changed dramatically from when you began coming here?