Venice 17.11.2012

This morning after breakfast we caught the vaporetto to Murano, one of the islands just off Venice. This is where they make the famous Venetian Glass. We sat and watched a Glassblower make a vase and then he made a horse in 5 mins. It was incredible to watch. Murano has a huge amount of shops selling glass - some looks like junk and some is exquisite and very expensive !!
After we arrived back from Murano, we went for a Gondola Ride. Once we were in the smaller canals, it was very peaceful and we were amazed as to how stable the Gondola was. We both really enjoyed the experience ! It was a fun thing to do. Another quick trip to the Rialto Bridge and then back to the hotel for a short rest before dinner.
Tonight for dinner we went to a local pizza place - where again we ran into the couple from Stuttgart. It was great to see them again and we hope to keep in touch by email.