Venice - Mike's Road Trip

Burano, Italy: Most colorful island in the world

Mike Shubic November 11th, 2017 4 Comments

Burano is one of many small islands contained within the large Venetian lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. Burano became famous for making the best quality lace. Of course, today, lace is made by machines. Burano is now know as one of the most colorful communities in the world. By law,...

Venice and Burano, Italy are bellissimo

Mike Shubic January 15th, 2017 3 Comments

Bellissimo only begins to describe Venice and Burano Since before the time of Christ, Italy has been leading the world with its innovative designs. From architecture, glass, clothing, art, lace, to modern-day cars…Italy makes the best-of-the-best. This exceptional and sophisticated Italian design style is clearly evident in Venice. The patina...

Hangzhou Global Tour: Day 19

Mike Shubic August 13th, 2015 1 Comment

Today we had an opportunity to build tourism relations with the Vice Mayor of Venice, Luciana Colle, and her staff. The city government headquarters are near the Grand Canal, close to the Rialto Bridge. The facility itself was so wonderful, with many old pieces of art and murals adorning the...

Hangzhou Global Tour: Day 18

Mike Shubic August 13th, 2015 3 Comments

Since before the time of Christ, Italy has been leading the world with its innovative designs. From architecture, glass, clothing, art, to modern day cars…Italy makes the best-of-the-best. This exceptional and sophisticated Italian design style is clearly evident here in Venice. The patina that casts its ageless shadow over Venice...