Magical Venice: The Hedonist's Guide

by Lucie Tournebize, Guillaume Dutreix, Zachary R. Townsend (Translator)

Go beyond the ordinary with this remarkable travelogue and guidebook filled with spectacular color photography that showcases Venice's magical beauty and hidden gems, from the Piazzo San Marco to the island of Giudecca, the banks of the Grand Canal to the Arsenal district--the second entry in the Hedonist's Guide travel series.

Combining essential insider details, cultural information, must-see attractions, and detailed maps with glorious custom photography, Magical Venice is the ultimate handbook for modern nomads, including both savvy travelers and novice tourists. Designed for twenty-first century globetrotters, Magical Venice features stylish graphics and an elegant visual design, as well as a breakdown of must-visit places, thematic double-page photographic spreads to help you discover and understand the city, and walking routes to explore each district away from the crowds. Every fascinating detail of Venice is revealed, from the splendor of its palaces, the beauty of its piazzettas, the romanticism of its bridges and canals, the delights of its gastronomy, the charm of its sestieri--the districts that make up the city of the Doges--and the wealth of its museums and its arts and crafts.

Whether you prefer a more traditional visit or want to chart your own unique course, this user-friendly reference and coffee table book includes everything you need--and more:

Discover the spirit of Venice as seen through the eyes of Philippe StarckVisit Carlo Scarpa's Olivetti showroom, Piazza San MarcoTaste cicchetti in the city's bacariDrink a bellini at Harry's BarAdmire the gems of modern art in the baroque palace of Ca 'PesaroVisit the latest contemporary constructions on the island of La GiudeccaLearn about the phenomenon of aqua altaTake a walk in the hidden gardens of VeniceMagical Venice offers inspiration and insight for armchair travelers and dreamers alike. Best of all, the gorgeous photography transforms the book into a keepsake that will transport you back to your favorite places and sights long after returning home.

Experience Venice as never before with the Hedonist's Guide!

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction, Italy, Photography

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2019

Reviews

[Elisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ippocampo regala sempre chicche!
La voglia di prendere un treno per Venezia è all stelle!

[Cameron Toney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Venice is one of those places I've always wanted to go to, and I'm starting to actually plan a trip. And, when I plan anything, I go to the library to start reading and gathering ideas and inspiration.
This is a beautiful book, less a practical guide (you wont find recommendations for specific hotels, for example), but more a guide of the atmosphere of the city, with some highlights into interesting bits of past, present, and trivia for the city.
It has only increased my desire to go!

[Mehsi · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! Wat een prachtig reisboek! Wat zou ik deze graag aan mijn boekencollectie willen toevoegen, helaas is 30 euro toch echt iets té. Dat doe ik echt alleen heel heel heel xheel veel zelden. Maar gelukkig heeft de bieb deze (en ook nog wat andere in de serie). Hopelijk komen er nog veel meer boeken. Ik heb namelijk onwijs genoten. De tekst was misschien ietwat hit/miss, soms heel interessant, soms veel te saai. De wandelingen waren leuk, maar niet mijn ding, dat is toch echt iets meer voor als je er bent. En ik weet niet of ik ooit nog in Venetië kom, ik heb het geluk gehad om in 2019 voor mijn huwelijksreis er heen te gaan (na al jaren en jaren van dromen). Maar met alles om de toerisme heen en hoe Venetië dat op punten aan de banden probeert te leggen. Gelukkig heb ik foto's en herinneringen en dus nu ook dit soort prachtige boeken om toch op een manier terug te kunnen gaan.
Ik zou het boek 100% aanraden. Prachtige foto's!

[Hannah Kostick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Using this as Venetian research/imagery inspiration. Bring me back!!!

[Bruddenbooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

"La Serenissima" (die Durchlauchtigste) ist ein wahres Kleinod – mit Betonung auf der ersten Silbe – und man könnte schnell meinen, wohlvertraut mit der winzigen Lagunenstadt zu sein. Doch wer kennt neben dem berühmten Glasbläserdistrikt Murano noch die Fischerinsel Burano? Wer weiß, was alles abseits des Markusplatzes schlummert, wo der Bellini-Cocktail erfunden wurde oder weshalb das Guggenheim-Museum so eine eigenartige Architektur hat ..?

In VENEDIG – EINE AUGENREISE wird all dem in Wort und Bild auf den Grund gegangen (pun intended ✌). Nach und nach lernen wir die einzelnen Stadtteile und deren Besonderheiten kennen, wobei der Fokus klar auf Kunst, Kultur und Kulinarik liegt. Kleine Exkurse über das Entstehen der Stadt, Pfahlbauten, Gondelbauten etc. runden das Bild ab.
"Venedig ... eine Utopie, die in einer unwirtlichen Welt errichtet wurde", heißt es zu Beginn und tatsächlich ist die unerschütterliche Anmut angesichts von Gezeitenwechseln, Aqua Alta und Massentourismus einfach nur erstaunlich. Dass Venedig kein Gaga-Disneyland, sondern eine lebendige Stadt mit Herz und Seele ist, zeigt dieses Buch ganz deutlich.

Ich hatte mich auf eine angenehme Armchair-Travel-Lektüre gefreut und wurde von den klugen Begleittexten angenehm überrascht. Sämtliche Erwartungen wurden sogar noch übertroffen, daher klare Empfehlung für alle mit einem Faible für das Schöne, Besondere, Venezianische.

[Claire Q · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book offers a wonderful sense for the feel of Venice, but I wouldn't recommend it as a standalone travel guide (no hotel recommendations or such - it's really more about architecture and culture.). If you want a book that makes you want to board a plane with a one way ticket to Venice, this is it!

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful and unusual guide to Venice. The photography is just gorgeous, obviously it is Venice. The suggestions for short tours and places to visit are quirky and interesting. Yes, there are a few clichés, but what would a trip to Venice be without the odd cliché?
Overall this is a must have addition to the library of any would be Venetian.

[Mattie (Honeycomb Stories) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great travelers guide to Venice! Or for those of you who may be more like me, it was a great way to learn about Venice and each of its districts. The images in this book are definitely the selling point. While the information was interesting I found myself drawn to the pictures and studying them. There are a ton of images displaying all aspects of the Venetian culture, history, and daily life.

[Manny Villa]

5568006

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

5568006