<DIV><B>Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you <I>really </I>need to know when traveling through Venice. </B><B>Glide along the canals and meander down the cobblestone alleys as you soak up the art, history, and culture of Venice with Rick by your side. Inside <I>Rick Steves Venice</I> you'll find:</B><ul><li><B>Fully updated, comprehensive coverage </B>for spending <B>a week or more</B> exploring Venice</li><li><B>Rick's strategic advice</B> on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites</li><li><B>Top sights and hidden gems, </B>from St. Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge to the charming city of Padua</li><li><B>How to connect with local culture: </B>Say "<I>buongiorno</I>" to the fish mongers at the morning market, snack on <I>chicchetti</I> at a local wine bar, and people-watch on a sunny piazza</li><li><B>Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps</B> with Rick&#3