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Ride a gondola in Venice
Gondolas have been a primary mode of transportation in Venice since the 11th century.
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December 22nd, 2023
Rode the ferry gondola in Venice with Olivier. Since it was going against the current, the boat swayed heavily from side to side. Upon boarding, I saw a lady who looked like a local sit on the edge of the boat so I followed suit. I realized it was way too wobbly to stay seated like that, and another woman ended up offering me her seat on the bench next to an elderly lady, gesturing and saying "señora". Olivier and I laughed as he stayed standing, but ended up feeling dizzy even after reaching land.
Rode the ferry gondola in Venice with Olivier. Since it was going against the current, the boat swayed heavily from side to side. Upon boarding, I saw a lady who looked like a local sit on the edge of the boat so I followed suit. I realized it was way too wobbly to stay seated like that, and another woman ended up offering me her seat on the bench next to an elderly lady, gesturing and saying "señora". Olivier and I laughed as he stayed standing, but ended up feeling dizzy even after reaching land.
My 18th birthday, and it was magicial
Done on 21.09.13
It was… wow, a real great and recommended experience.
I was in Venice this weekend, but I never rode a gondola. :(
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