Understanding Venice, a City Built on Trade and Tolerance – By Foot

Context Tour — Understanding Venice, a City Built on Trade and Tolerance – By Foot. Venice, Italy. Copyright © 2023 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved.

“The most important thing to Venetians has always been money,” social historian Monica Vidoni tells us as we begin her Venetian Renaissance walking tour. It’s something we’re hearing often – even by Venetians – but it especially resonates as we stand on Campo Santi Giovani e Paolo where Venice’s riches are on display here, as … Read more

Local Knowledge – Anna from Alberobello

Portrait – Anna Rosato, tour guide, Alberobello, Puglia, Italy. Copyright © 2022 Terence Carter / Grantourismo. All Rights Reserved. Local Knowledge Alberobello.

Effervescent Anna Rosato knew the meaning of hospitality well before the 23 year-old graduated with her tourism degree from the University of Bari last year. The daughter of chef-restaurateurs, Anna has worked at her family pizzeria for as long as she can remember. Majoring in culture and languages – she speaks English, French and German … Read more