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 I have loved DC since my first visit there on a school trip. I have lived there for two summers, visited a bunch, and now I get to visit my favorite undergrad there. As a result, I have a lot of ideas when it comes to itineraries, but it depends on your interests. Are you a museum person, and if so - do you prefer art, history, or natural history? Or all of the above? Do you like spy thrillers? Are you an airplane buff? Do you want to do some shopping along the way? And are you a foodie? Your preferences can change this itinerary all around. But in general – this would be an ideal 3-4 days in DC. Logistically, I prefer to fly into Reagan National. That way you can easily take the metro into the city. I prefer to stay in the Dupont Circle/Foggy Bottom area. That way you are close to mall, and to Georgetown, and some lovely restaurants. I highly recommend that you purchase all tickets online as soon as you book your trip. The most popular museums (e.g. National Air & Space, the Museum of African American History & Culture, and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum) have timed tickets, so you'll want to schedule everything very carefully. And if you want to tour the capitol or the White House, you'll need to request those tickets through your local congressperson's office. Day 1: Summary: Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Washington Monument, and National Gallery, Museum of Natural History or the American History Museum. Breakfast: Tatte Bakery has a definite Euro vibe to it that I love. There are a few locations around town, but I recommend the one on New Hampshire. You can grab and go with a pastry and a coffee, or sit and eat something more substantial off the menu. Morning: Logistically and geographically, it makes sense to walk due south from here, pass through the George Washington University campus, and start your day at the Lincoln Memorial. It is currently under refurbishment as they create a new museum underneath it, but it is still open so you can experience the sheer size and it’s neoclassical architecture. Afterwards, head to your left (if you are facing the Lincoln Memorial) towards the Korean War Veterans Memorial. The design is incredibly moving. Be sure to walk through all of it. From there, walk along the reflecting pool to the World War II Memorial. The waterfall fountains on this side, by the reflecting pool, are lovely - as is the large pool on the opposite side. Next is the Washington Monument. You can go to the top to enjoy the view, but getting a ticket is the trick since the numbers are limited each day. Notes about Washington Monument tickets: They can be reserved online through the recreation.gov website up to 30 days in advance (& up to 6 tickets per transaction.) There are also a limited number of tickets they make available at 10am each day for the NEXT DAY’s visits (for example: On June 17th at 10am they make tickets available for visits on June 18th). During the peak busy season (March – August and December – early January) the demand is very high and the tickets sell our extremely quickly. Tickets for the same day are distributed each morning at 8:45 a.m. at the Washington Monument Lodge (on Madison Drive on the east side of the monument grounds.) Since the demand is so high during peak season, the line begins forming as early as 7 a.m. Lunch: From here I would suggest grabbing a bite to eat before heading to your museum of the day. Here are my top three suggestions: 1. Teaism, an Asian-inspired cafe that has bento boxes, snacks and many different teas is my favorite, and not just because I love tea. It's close by – just a few blocks away at 400 8th St. My favorite is for lunch is the Korean Brisket with gochujang sauce – it is just the right amount of flavor and protein to power me through my next 10,000 steps. 2. The National Gallery of Art also has a very good cafe called the Pavilion Cafe that is located in their sculpture garden. The cafe is much, much better than museum food and the garden is one of my favorite spots in the city. It does get crowded in the summer so be prepared to wait for a place to sit. But the IG photo ops are amazing. 3. A third choice if you have people with you who would prefer more standard American fare (burgers and wings) is the Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (at Indiana Ave NW in Penn Quarter, near the Archives Metro stop.) You can sit inside or out depending on the weather, and they have all the games on to watch while you eat. Afternoon: For me, I would choose the National Gallery of Art in the afternoon. I could easily spend the rest of the afternoon moving between the two buildings and traditional and modern art. If art isn’t quite your thing, the National Museum of Natural History (home to the world's largest collection of specimens) and the National Museum of American History are right next door and you don’t typically need timed tickets to enter either of these. Evening: When the museums close, I recommend heading over to the historic Old Ebbitt Grill (the oldest restaurant in the city) for a cocktail and an appetizer and to soak up the DC vibe. Then you can hop on the metro and head back to Dupont Circle to freshen up before heading out to Boqueria Dupont for a delicious Spanish tapas dinner. A Note About the Evenings: If your feet can handle it, and the weather is cooperating, I highly recommend exploring the National Monuments at night one evening. They don’t “close” and they are so beautifully lit – it’s a very moving experience and you can get some very dramatic photos for the gram.  Day 2: Summary: White House or Capitol Tour, United States Archives, Georgetown, C&O Canal, Georgetown Waterfront Park Breakfast: Call Your Mother is the best spot for bagels and giant bagel sandwiches. The line is usually super long (especially on the weekends), so it’s best to order via their website before heading over, and then you can skip the line. Go to the Location in the Yours Truly Hotel. If you are staying at the hotel (one of my favorites), then that is even easier. Morning: Depending on which you prefer – you could do a guided tour of the United States Capitol or of the White House. You’ll need to reserve either of these tickets ahead of time through your congressperson’s office. If you do the Capitol tour, definitely head over to the Library of Congress and take that tour when you are done. There is tunnel that connects them, and you don’t have to go through security again since you did that at the capitol. Depending on how you are doing in terms of energy at this point, you can either head over to the National Archives to see the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, or you can just grab an uber from here and head to Georgetown for lunch and to explore. For those that don’t know, Georgetown is the neighborhood that surrounds Georgetown University. It is a lovely neighborhood of old homes with a mix of history, shopping, and foodie destinations. Lunch: Make a reservation for lunch at the Peacock Café at 3251 Prospect St. NW. The food is great, there is always outdoor seating, and there’s a wine bar if you decide to come back in the evening. Georgetown: Since your lunch is on Prospect, it’s a short walk to the Exorcist Steps, as featured in the movie. This concrete staircase is located at the corner of Prospect St and 36th St NW. It’s definitely a lot of steps, so it’s a great way to work off that dessert. From there you can head to the University’s campus and enjoy the architecture, and the lovely homes along the way. The shopping is mostly along Wisconsin and M Streets, if that is what you are looking for. Some of my favorite shops are Tuckernuck, Ann Mashuburn, and Sezanne. Don’t forget to check out the C&O Canal. It’s full name is the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal and now it is a lovely historic walk that teaches you about the early history of Georgetown. There’s currently a project going on to clean and rehabilitate it. If during all of this walking you need a snack or a coffee break, I have two options for you: 1. Consider visiting Crumbs and Whiskers. The cats here are rescued and available for adoption. Your ticket helps to fund their human assimilation and care, and you get a calming break along the way. 2. Grab some coffee at Bitty and Beau’s Coffee and head over to the Georgetown Waterfont Park to enjoy it. This cafe is run by people with disabilities, and everyone there is engaging and lovely to chat with. It’s a great way to impact the local economy on multiple levels. And I love the park. It wasn’t here when I was an undergrad, and I am so envious that its here now. Dinner: There are so many options for dinner in Georgetown, but I here are a few of my favorite for you to choose from: 1. Make a reservation for the institution that is Martin’s Tavern. It’s been there since 1933, and JFK proposed to Jackie there. 2. Clyde’s in Georgetown is the original location and it opened in 1963. It is a local institution, and one of my favorites. I went there as an undergraduate for special occasions, and now as an adult with the fam. It just feels nostalgic. 3. I hate to miss up an opportunity to eat by the water. If that sounds like you, then head over to Washington Harbour. There are a few restaurants for you to choose from there including Founding Farmers Fishers Bakers and Tony and Joe’s Seafood Place. 4. Filomena Italian Restaurant has been a landmark on Wisconsin for over 40 years. There are often celebrity sightings, which just adds to the allure. 5. Ice Cream: Grab some ice cream at Thomas Sweet (referred to as T. Sweet’s by the locals), which has been frequented by most modern day presidents. They have really unique flavors like butterbrickle, swiss choclate malt, or cake batter. They also have sorbets, and vegan options. But the waffle cones are amazing.  Day 3: Summary: Air & Space Museum or the Holocaust Museum, International Spy Museum, Breakfast: Le Pain Quotidien on Dupont Circle is one of my absolutely favorite breakfast spots. The food is always fresh and delicious, and I love the French flair to start my day. Morning: First up is the National Air & Space Museum, and you need to get these tickets online as soon as you decide to go to DC. They have just reopened after a huge remodeling and reinstallation. If planes aren’t your jam, or you didn’t get a ticket, other options would be the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, the National Museum of the American Indian, or the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Lunch: At the National Museum of the American Indian is Mitisam Native Foods Café, and it is excellent. They have a wide variety of foods ranging from soups to fresh fish, tacos and burgers. And they have plenty of healthy options. Afternoon: Next up is the International Spy Museum. Seriously – you need to allocate 3 hours here to really experience it all. I was completely shocked by how much I enjoyed and learned from this museum. If espionage isn’t quite your thing, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is close by and is remarkably moving. Again – try to secure your tickets for this well in advance, especially during the busy Summer season. Evening: I suggest heading back to Georgetown for dinner, or if you want to check out Navy Yard, take the metro there and have a fabulous Italian dinner at Osteria Morini along the waterfront. Or head to the Morrow Hotel near Union Station and eat at Marcus Samuelsson’s new restaurant, Marcus DC. If you’d rather stay closer to the hotel, Agora DC is a great Mediterranean restaurant. Day 3 Optional Itinerary: Old Town Alexandria: I love, love, love Old Town Alexandria, and I plan to retire there and be the cute little old lady walking to coffee or lunch with her dachshunds in tow. Travel and Leisure had it on their 2024 list of Best Cities in the US, commenting that “it strikes the perfect balance between sophisticated and small-town. Readers were drawn to the picturesque waterfront of Old Town, and praised attractions like the Torpedo Factory and the Mount Vernon Trail for easy bike rides and bird watching.” It is a nationally designated historic district that was founded in 1749 and now has over 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside its historic museums and the waterfront. You can easily get there for only $2-$4 dollars and 22 minutes from Dupont Circle on the Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. Here is a suggested itinerary should you choose to swop out the day for Old Town Alexandria instead. Once you arrive in Old Town, take a stroll and explore the shops along King Street. There is also a free King Street Trolley if you want to save your feet a bit. There is more to Old Town than just shopping, however. Here are some historical sites to explore: Carlyle House is a Georgian manor and 1700s social hub, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, hosted the first five U.S. presidents, and Barrett Library is the site of one of the nation’s earliest civil rights sit-ins and more. There is a multi-museum pass called the Key to the City Museum pass, and it is a $60 value for just $20, and includes admission to the 9 historic sites and additional discounts. If you love the water, your next stop need to be the tall ship Providence on the waterfront. The Providence is a reproduction of the first ship commissioned to the Continental Navy. The legendary Captain John Paul Jones gives an immersive one-hour dockside tour at the Senator John Warner Maritime Heritage Center. There are also sunset sails on the weekends during the summer. I strongly suggest having lunch along the waterfront and enjoying the views of the Potomac. Great options include: Hummingbird by James Beard nominee chef Cathal Armstrong Vola’s Dockside Grill, for oysters and lobster rolls BARCA Pier & Wine Bar Ada’s on the River Blackwall Hitch Old Town is gorgeous and very Instagrammable. Here is a list of some of the most Instagrammable stops you need to see, as per Visit Alexandria, and I couldn’t agree more: 1. Spite House is the skinniest historic house in America at just seven feet wide. It is a private residence located at 523 Queen Street. It was built "out of spite" in 1830 to keep loiterers out of disgruntled owner John Hollensbury’s adjacent alley. 2. Cobblestoned Captain’s Row Captain’s Row in the 100 block of Price Street is made of smoothed-down cobblestones in the street and beautiful sunlight coming through the arched tree canopy. This colonial streetscape will transport you to the late 1700s, when the block’s namesake, Captain John Harper, built many of the surrounding homes. 3. Queen Street Rowhouses There is a vibrant strip of rowhouses on the Queen Street’s 400 block. The colors, the flags, the flowers, and the gas-lit lanterns are gorgeous. 4. Wales Alley on Lee Street The hidden alley in the 100 block of South Lee Street in Old Town has brick walls, cobblestones and overhanging hedges creating the perfect spot for photos. 5. Charming Doors Old Town’s striking doorways feature elaborate knockers and flickering lanterns, complementary colors, and eccentric statues. These are like Easter eggs to find as you wander the city. Try the 200 block of N. St Asaph Street, the 500 block of S. Lee Street and the 600 block of Princess Street. 6. Cherry Blossom Paddlewheel Boat at the Marina Stroll down to Old Town’s lively waterfront and get a photo of the Alexandria City Marina, located at 0 Cameron Street. There you will also find a recreation of the 19th-century Victorian riverboat, the Cherry Blossom. 7. Wilkes Street Tunnel Overgrown ivy sprawls over this former railroad tunnel making it already decorated for the gram. It was first utilized by the Orange & Alexandria Railroad in 1851. Now, it’s an alluring underpass adjacent to Windmill Hill Park, located at 398 Wilkes Street in South Old Town. 9. George Washington Masonic National Memorial at Sunset This Egyptian-inspired tower creates an impressive silhouette against the sky and offers a sweeping vista eastward of Carlyle, Old Town and the Potomac. Be sure to capture it at twilight when it is at its most dramatic. Other Additional Options if you have more time in DC< or want to swop out some of the options listed above:
The Smithsonian's National Zoo The United States Bontanic Garden Ford's Theatre, and the nearby National Portrait Gallery Arlington National Cemetery Dumbarton Oaks Gardens Mount Vernon
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Deciding what to see while you are visiting New York can be overwhelming, so a lot of people ask me for itineraries and suggestions. Not only is the sheer amount of options overwhelming, but it is challenging to know what is worthwhile to try to squeeze in over the course of a few days. But wether you are returning or visiting for the first time, there are some places that you should really consider putting on your list. This is my list of some of the most gorgeous buildings in New York City that you need to try to see - at least once:
The Morgan Library & Museum, located at 225 Madison Ave. is primarily known for its extensive collection of rare books, illuminated manuscripts, and art collection. It's artistic treasures range from manuscripts by Charles Dickens, scores from Beethoven and Mozart, and works by Rembrandt. The library itself is inspired by the Renaissance and wa designed by the architect Charles McKim Gilder Center at the American Museum of Natural History, located at 415 Columbus Ave. is the newest expansion of the museum. It is a new entrance off of Columbus Avenue, and creted over 30 new connections between the ten different buildings that comprise the museum. The building's 5 story atrium creates the feeling of entering into a geological formation with porous holes formed by air and water. It's breathtaking. Neue Gallery, located at 1048 5th Ave. is what is considered a jewel box museum. Founded by Ronald Lauder, it is dedicated to 19th century German and Austrian art and design. The highlight of the collection is Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I", but also includes many other paintings, furniture, photography and sculpture. It is housed a former Gilded Age mansion on the Upper East Side, not far from the Met. Definitely make time to linger in the Cafe Sabarsky. This is no ordinary museum cafe - this is a trip to Vienna. The Frick Museum, located at 1 E 70th just reopened this April after an extensive renovation. Their Old Masters collection is known for having 3 out of 34 of Vermeer's paintings, as well as the work of Rembrandt, El Greco, Goya and Holbein. Their Italian Renaissance collections includes work from Bellini, and as well as a collection of French 18th century art that includes work from Boucher and Sargent. Albertine Books, located at 972 5th Ave. between 78th and 79th streets, is one of my favorite spots in the city. It is a bookstore and reading room, and with over 14,000 titles from 30 French-speaking countries, it is the largest collection in the US of French-language books and translations. It is located in the Payne Whitney House, which also houses the Cultural Services of the Embassy of France. The interior is simply stunning, and was designed by the French designer Jacques Garcia who is said to have designed it not as a retail location, but as a grand library. Oculus at the World Trade Center, located at 185 Greenwich St.is the breathtaking space above the World Trade Center PATH station (where you depart for trains to New Jersey) designed by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. It is a bi-level concourse with shopping and dining, and has access to the One World Observatory, office towers, and the Ferry Terminal in Battery Park. The Met Cloisters, located at 99 Margaret Corbin Dr. is located in Fort Tryon Park. It's location was purchased by John D. Rockefeller Jr. in 1930 and then donated to the Met. The museum contains a large collection of medieval artworks shown in the architectural settings of French monasteries and abbeys. Its buildings are centered around four cloisters - the Cuxa, Saint-Guilhem, Bonnefont, and Trie - that were acquired by American sculptor and art dealer George Grey Barnard in France before 1913 and moved to New York. It is hard to describe how truly beautiful and tranquil this spot is, while located in Manhattan.
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If you are heading to New York City this Spring or Summer, I encourage you to be a little counterintuitive - while you are in the city that never sleeps, I encourage you to slow down. Take a moment to sit at one of these bakeries, enjoy the food, the coffee (or tea for me!), the people watching, and soak up the experience of being in New York while you plan the rest of your day. e
While I am an avid baker, my many years of watching my weight while I was a dancer turned me into a bit of a calorie counter. But now that I am not the athlete I used to be, I will allow myself to relax and and enjoy visiting of my favorite bakeries whenever I can. If you go, please take a pic of your favorite selection and share it with me on IG so I can live vicariously. And Enjoy! Vesuvio Bakery, located in SoHo gives off the quintessential vibe of a bakery in New York, or Paris. Lauderee, yes - the one from Paris, has two locations in New York. One is on Madison avenue and the other one in SoHo is my favorite because of their beautiful outdoor courtyard. Tall Poppy in Chelsea is founded by a pair of Australians serving traditional French pastries. These may be the best croissants I have ever had. Salswee, in Flatiron, is a French-Asian bakery that is famous on social media for their gorgeous fruit cakes (that look like actual fruit) and that sell out by mid-day. So go early. My favorite is the orange. Angelina Paris, the iconic destination in Paris, now has two locations in the city. My favorite is the Bryant Park. It always makes me feel like I've escaped - Paris is always a good idea.  This suggested itinerary for 5 Days in Stockholm & Gothenburg is based on a trip we did recently to visit my family. We were there in the fall, and it was truly lovely. I can't wait to go back in the summer when the outdoor cafes are all open and the sun never sets. Day 1: Stockholm Morning arrival – Bank Hotel – centrally located, walking distance to everything we were planning to visit. Early Fika at Kaffekoppen Gamla Stan - explore! Afternoon: walking tour of Gamla Stan, the Royal Palace, Royal church and Nobel Museum Dinner: Riche Day 2: Stockholm Morning: Private water taxi to Vaxholm Fika at: Boulangerie in Vaxholm Lunch at: Ostermalms Food Hall Vasa Museum Nordic Museum The Viking Museum Fika at Djurgardsbron overlooking the canal Dinner: Ekstedt Day 3: Morning train to Gothenburg (Sweden’s 2nd largest city) Stadium for IFK Gothenburg: Blavittshop Fika at Rosenkafeet in the Tradgardsforeningen Explore Gothenburg: Gustav Adolf Torg The German Church St. Andrew’s Church Gothenburg Cathedral Feskekorka Lunch at: Le Pain Francais Brasserie Vallgraven Dinner at Norda Day 4: in Gothenburg: Breakfast at the hotel Gothenburg Museum of Art Stora Teatern Lunch at The Stora Saluhallen Market Hall Tradgardsforeningen Gothenberg Botanical Garden The Palm House Afternoon train to Stockholm Dinner at: Meatballs for the People Day 5: in Stockholm Skansen Lunch at Artur Kafe, near the funicular ABBA The Museum ("Walk in, Dance out!") Galma Stan Kungstradgarden Dinner at: Giro Pizzeria Napoletana Day 6: Travel Day home
 “Don’t worry about the world ending today. It’s already tomorrow in Australia” – Charles M Schultz I had the pleasure of visiting my son in Australia while he was studying there, and I loved everything about it. I nicknamed it British California. Here is my suggested itinerary for a week in Sydney: Where you stay is very important. The public transportation is excellent, and the ferries are incredibly efficient. But staying in or near Circular Quay is close to the Rocks historic neighborhood, the Sydney Opera House, and to the ferries. I booked the Intercontinental Sydney very early and got a great rate. I highly recommend it. Day 1: The Sydney Opera House (and look for Bennie!) Royal Botanic Garden and Mrs. Macquarie's Chair Lunch: Harry’s Café de Wheels St. Mary’s Cathedral Hyde Park and the Anzac Memorial Victoria Park and the University of Sydney Queen Victoria Building (QVB) for snack at Manon Brasserie The Rocks and Cadman’s Cottage Sydney Harbour Bridge Dinner: The Lord Nelson Brewery & Hotel Day 2: Ferry to The Taronga Zoo (+ Koala encounter) Ferry to Manly Beach Lunch: Fika! Hike to Shelly Beach Snack: Gelato at Anita’s Ferry to Sydney, then walk to Darling Harbour, Barangaroo Dinner: at Old Town Hong Kong Night ferry back to Sydney Day 3: Brunch at The Tea Cozy in the Rocks Sea Life Aquarium Lunch: Old Town Hong Kong in Barangaroo Australian National Maritime Museum Dinner: The Gidley (best burger in the city) Day 4: Flight to Uluru Hotel: Sails in the Desert, Ayers Rock Resort Afternoon: Uluru Base and Sunset half day trip with BBQ Dinner Day 5: Sunrise Hike Lunch at the resort Flight back to Sydney Explore the Rocks and the narrowest street Dinner: Caminetto Day 6: Hunter Valley Wine Tour PM: Swans game at the Sydney Cricket Ground or Dinner at Spice Alley Day 7: Blue Mountains Wildlife full day sights and hiking Animal sanctuary The Three Sisters Dinner: The Dining Room by James Viles, and sunset photo of the Opera House Drinks at Aster Rooftop Bar on top of the Intercontinental Day 8: Brunch at The Tea Cozy in the Rocks QVB Building - Oroton and Aboriginal Art Galleries Westfield Tower - Sydney Tower Eye and shopping at Zimmerman Ferry to Watson’s Bay Hike Sydney Harbour National Park Lunch at Doyle’s Hike to Bondi Beach Dinner on Circular Quay at Whalebridge Day 9: Travel Day (s!) Home
 A Suggested Itinerary for Four Days in London Day 1: Overnight flight – arrive by 11am in London Stay near the Tower of London Borough Market for lunch Shakespeare's Globe Theatre tour Cross Millennium Bridge Head to Covent Garden Dinner at Mr. Foggs Tavern Day 2: Tower of London (be there at 8:30 when it opens to avoid the crowds) Lunch at Fortnum’s Bar and Restaurant at the Royal Exchange British Museum (and the Reading Room!) SKUNA Boat at Canary Wharf at sunset Dinner at Ivy in the Park Day 3: Westminster Abbey Tour (when it opens at 8:30) Buckingham Palace – Changing of the Guard is generally at 10:45 (get there 30 minutes early for a good spot), but check the website for any updates Lunch at Gymkhana Churchill’s Cabinet War Rooms or the Sir John Soane Museum Shopping on Oxford and Regent Streets, visit Liberty London, Selfridges, and Carnaby Fortnum and Mason Dinner in Chinatown before heading to see a show on the West End Day 4: If it’s a Saturday, start at the Portobello Road Market followed by lunch at the Churchill Arms near Notting Hill If not going to the market, then head to the British Rail & Postal Museum Lunch: Masala Zone The Walkie Talkie Building and Sky Garden Afternoon Tea at The Shard The London Eye St. Paul's Cathedral Dinner: London’s Oldest Pub: Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Day 5: Travel Day If you are traveling back to the East Coast, chances are that you’ll at least have the morning before you have to leave for the airport. I recommend enjoying a morning stroll to Leaden Hall Market served as the exterior shot and inspiration for Harry Potter’s Daigon Alley and the Leaky Cauldron in Sorcerer's Stone. It is located in the original Roman part of the city at Gracechurch Street and Lime Street. You’ll get great pics without a lot of people in the way at this hour.  Based on my post about a last minute Spring Break trip to Amsterdam, I thought I'd summarize our thoughts with a Sample 3-Day Long Weekend Itinerary for Amsterdam. Enjoy!
3-Day Long Weekend Itinerary for Amsterdam: Day 1 (Thursday):
*Note about the Anne Frank House: It is a small museum and only sells a limited number of tickets each day. Tickets go on sale every Tuesday at 10:00am for a visit 6 weeks out. I strongly advise purchasing your Anne Frank tickets as soon as they become available. Day 2 (Friday):
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And as you plan your trip, be sure to visit my list of Top 10 Travel Essentials.  Based on my post about an Italian Holiday: Milan, skiing in Madonna di Campiglio, Venice, Florence and Rome, I thought I would summarize with suggested itineraries for each city. Here is a suggested itinerary for 3 Days in Venice: Day 1:
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Hotel recommendation: Hotel Dell’Opera BTW - before your trip, be sure to visit my list of Top 10 Travel Essentials. Venetian Restaurant List: Our favorite Ciccheti Places All’ Arco located at S. Polo, 436, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy. (Stanley Tucci goes here in his Searching for Italy show, and it is an institution. There is always a line, but it moves and it is totally worth it. Cantine del Vino già Schiavi An institution for ciccheti. Our favorite Restaurants: Da’Arturo - If you really really like vinegar, then go for the pork chop. https://www.facebook.com/philrosenthalofficial/videos/at-da-arturo-in-venice-ernesto-wants-you-to-eat-but-not-too-much-somebodyfeedphi/1936282133095434/ Muro Frari. Great food, great service, always busy. Rossopomodoro near St. Mark's at Calle Larga S. Marco 404/408. A bit touristy, but solid food and exactly what we needed when we arrived hungry. There are quite a few places just like it in the immediate vicinity – all of them are good. We ate at a few. Trattoria Dona Onesta. They have some tables right on the canal. Gorgeous. And the seafood was amazing. Located in the Dorsoduro neighborhood. Al Gobbo di Rialto, San Pole 649 (over on the other side of the Rialto Bridge.) Everything was so good. They do take reservations. And in Murano: Ristorante La Fornace, Fondamenta Manin 1. We had one of the best meals we've ever had there, looking back over the lagoon towards Venice. The boys even still talk about this lunch. I highly recommend a reservation.  Based on my post about an Italian Holiday: Milan, skiing in Madonna di Campiglio, Venice, Florence and Rome, I thought I would summarize with suggested itineraries for each city. Here is a suggested itinerary for 2 Days in Florence: Day 1:
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