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Originally Posted by stomachmonkey
I think the problem with Venice is it is such a huge tourist destination with a confined populace. How would you like it if busloads of strangers hung out in your front yard every day?
First time I went I got lost a good ways from the main tourist attractions.
Half the street signs were missing so getting my bearings was impossible.
Not one local would take the time to stop and give directions. Can't say as I necessarily blame them, if they stopped for every lost tourist they'd never get anywhere.
Finally decided the best course of action was to find a cafe, buy something and ask the proprietor for directions.
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Exactly...it is 400 year old Gatlinburg. Too many cruise ships puking day tourists up on the harbor for it to be really appreciated, if I want crowds like that I'll go the mall.