Put on a glamorous mask and glide through Venice in style

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The annual Venice Carnival in Italy is nothing short of a visual feast of creativity and opulence. During the carnival, a uniquely enchanting atmosphere spreads throughout every corner of Venice. Just don a mask and instantly transform—everyone has the chance to become the star of the carnival.

This year’s Venice Carnival will kick off on January 27, 2018, and run for 18 days. Let’s put on our glamorous masks together and explore every corner of Venice, experiencing a truly enchanting journey. The “Long Boots” itinerary by Phoenix Travel features direct flights from China Airlines to Rome without layovers, making it easy to explore both major cities and small towns across Italy—from ancient Rome to fashionable Milan, the legendary City of Sky, and a fantastic tour of six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, among other highlights, offering an in-depth experience of this culturally rich nation.

▲The 2018 Venice Carnival invites you to join the party. The Phoenix “Long Boots” itinerary includes two consecutive nights in the Greater Venice area so you can experience the magic of the carnival after dark.

▲Dating back to the late 13th century, the Venice Carnival is a traditional European festival commemorating Jesus’s story of resisting the devil’s temptation during 40 days of fasting. During the carnival, people indulge in food and drink, attend parades and balls while wearing masks, and celebrate the end of the festivities with fireworks on the final day.

▲In addition to classic traditional masks, the carnival also features various styles such as cat face masks, pigeon masks, and the long-beaked doctor masks. Outlandish costumes and surreal scenes fill Venice with incredible charm.

▲The carnival centers around St. Mark’s Square, where a variety of events and performances take place, creating an exceptionally lively atmosphere.

▲Riding Venice’s iconic gondola is a must-do experience. Don your favorite mask, listen to the gondolier’s melodious singing, and let Italian folk songs echo through the canals—the romance of Venice is all around you.

▲Italy’s most fashionable city? That would be Milan, one of the world’s most stylish metropolises. Its most distinctive architectural marvel is the Milan Cathedral, which took nearly 600 years to complete. This classic Gothic structure boasts over 3,500 statues of saints, animals, and mythical beasts, along with 135 towering spires.

▲A must-visit spot for experiencing Milan’s fashion scene is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which connects Milan Cathedral Square with La Scala Opera House. Designed in the 19th-century arcade style, it features a glass-and-cast-iron arched roof. Within this 130-year-old high-ceilinged arcade, you’ll find a range of luxury boutiques, bookstores, cafés, and bars, making it Milan’s liveliest fashion paradise.

▲Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, is a treasure trove of Italian art. Known as Firenze, Florence’s Piazza della Signoria is hailed as one of the most beautiful city squares in the world. It is surrounded by important landmarks, including the Uffizi Gallery—the world’s oldest art museum—and the Palazzo Vecchio, the former residence of the Medici family. In Florence, you can admire masterpieces of architecture and sculpture, and don’t forget to savor the famous Florentine steak.

▲This massive Fountain of Neptune, carved in the 16th century by Ammannati, stands beside Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio, the former home of the Medici family.

▲Absolutely eye-catching is Florence’s landmark—the Florence Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. It is the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Florence and ranks as the fourth-largest church in Europe. Its red dome, measuring 153 meters in length and 90 meters in width, can be seen from anywhere in Florence and remains the world’s largest brick-and-mortar octagonal dome structure to this day.

▲The Phoenix “Long Boots” itinerary features a special ride on the Ferrari high-speed train from Florence to Rome (approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes), which normally takes about 4 hours by long-distance coach. Not only do you get to experience local high-tech comfort, but you also save time to explore more.Explore Florence.

More related information
▲Venice Mask Carnival – Long Boots Fashionable Italian Cities & Towns Ferrari High-Speed Rail 9-Day Tour
(Carnival group departure dates: January 27, February 3)　https://goo.gl/rWoxrY
★ Fly direct to Rome on China Airlines A350, with optional upgrade to premium economy at a discounted rate
★ Enjoy a ride on the iconic Ferrari red bullet train
★ Special visit to the legendary “City of Sky”
★ Explore six UNESCO World Heritage Sites and eight famous tourist cities
★ Stay in four-star hotels throughout, with two consecutive nights in the water-bound Greater Venice area
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