An authentic gondola ride from a Sicilian at The Venetian, Las Vegas is a truly romantic experience. I only wish I had of recorded his Italian serenade to us. From the soothing sound of water lapping the sides of the gondola to the eloquent singing of the gondolier, we felt as if we had been transported to Italy.
Old world charm and thousand year old tradition was brought to Las Vegas, Nevada.
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That does look fantastic and so romantic.Something to put on my bucket list. Thanks for sharing!
Kathy
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It was a beautiful experience. Vegas can be an amazing place for all ages.
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Very romantic and looks so authentic (the gondolier is gorgeous too!)
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He’s an authentic Italian 😉
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I’ve always want to go on those gondola rides, but I don’t have the special someone…yet. I think it would be weird to go on it with my dad (my usual traveling companion).
You two look so cute and cozy. Awe…to be in love.
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Lots of travelers when on the gondolas with friends, parents, kids, etc.
It’s a beautiful experience regardless of who you are with. You can go on with others as well so it’s not just you and your dad.
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Hi, Leslie!
Just stopped by to say thanks for checking out my blog. The apple crisp is really easy to make and your whole family will enjoy it! I’ll be visiting your blog quite often. Have a nice day!
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Oops! Sorry Lesley. I spelled your name wrong. Can you forgive me? I hope you can correct it for me before posting it. Thanx a bunch!
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One of my favorite travel memories with my husband was our time in Venice (Italy.), which included an extended gondola ride. Love, love, love that city! May just have to pop over to Las Vegas to check out Venice in America. 🙂
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How Romantic. The photos really capture your feelings for each other.
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I’m truly blessed to have a loving, adventurous husband 🙂
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The Venetian is my favorite place to go when I’m in Las Vegas, it’s a must visit. I love walking the shop streets, the town square, the beautiful sky at dusk, and the sights and sound of the gondolas, simply amazing! You are truly transported to Venice. I’ve never taken a gondola ride, but I always go to the pastry shop, their cakes are outstanding!! Seeing your pics make me want to go back to in the spring.
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When you return, you should hop on the gondola. It’s fairly priced and well worth the time.
I hope you enjoy,
Lesley
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My husband and I stayed at the Venetian a few years ago and absolutely loved it! We had a hard time leaving there was so much to do there! Great food too! You guys looks so relaxed and happy with each other. Thanks for sharing.
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We’re thinking about returning for Christmas.
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Even better than Venice – isn’t that city sinking?
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Venice was a beautiful, friendly place to visit with glass blowing traditions that span centuries, canals for streets, and wine that is cheaper than water. It was one of my favorite stops on my European trip, but since I can’t return to Venice any time soon, I’m happy to vacation at The Venetian.
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You are making me want to go back to Vegas & ride the gondola. My husband and I were in Vegas on a group trip when we were dating… I LOVED the Venetian, but was unable to ride the gondolas at the time… may have to plan a trip to go back sometime! Looks like such fun! 🙂
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Come to Irving, TX. We have gondola rides at The Canals in Las Colinas. You’d love it. I’d photograph it for you.
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I remember seeing this when I went to Vegas. It looked sooooo cool and romantic.
Indianapolis, IN has a really cool gondola ride on the river that runs through the middle of town too.
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It’s a very good replica of what it really is in Venice. 😀
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That s so romantic! I ve never been there, but I will one day, for sure 😀
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I was in Las Vegas over the weekend as well and seriously wanted to take a ride in a Gondola. After seeing your post, I will wait until I can have a romantic ride with my husband!
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It’s really not that expensive, especially if you compare it with a ride in Venice, and you get an unbelievable experience. You should give it a try the next time you’re there.
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Haha, vegas really makes your dreams come true, even though they might be half around the globe?
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We had limited time in Italy and Venice didn’t make the short list. Good to know that we can still have a “taste” of Venice without the transatlantic flight or changing dollars to Euros. 😉
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I love the Venetian. These photos bring back memories.
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Nice shots! Now you’ve proven that what happens in Vegas doesn’t stay in Vegas. Keep on traveling!
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Love these pics. I have only been to Las Vegas once. And it was on business
Without my husband 😦 I will return with him someday!
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i love the pics! sooo romantic!
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A cool and romantic outing! Cheers!
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Hi Lesley,
Thanks for liking my blog about the movie Camino.
Your photos are great. I saw you have been to Italy, but maybe not in Venice?
After Vegas, you simply must see the real thing and fall in love with it. Id did.
Good luck with your pregnancy and enjoy.
Johanna
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I was in Venice a few years ago; it was one of my favorite cities during my 11 country European trip 🙂
Thanks for the kind words.
Happy Holidays,
Lesley
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Italy was the first foreign country we took our kids to, when they were 6 and 8 (Hawaii doesn’t count 🙂 ) While in Venice both kids begged to go for a gondola ride – we almost didn’t because the prices were outrageous and my husband was in a frugal state of mind. But we persevered and found one for the right price. Immediately my daughter, the Demon Child, asked for a song. (at 6 I din’t think she had have any idea that’s what gondoliers were supposed to do!) Anyways, he refused, but during our “trip” we came across another gondolier who serenaded all the tourists beautifully.
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You both look like you’re having a great time, and that’s what makes it so beautiful.
Enjoy always, T
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Great post Lesley – I’ve yet to go to Vegas and this is the hotel I’d most like to stay at! Thank you!
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Aww how romantic is that! 😀
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First of all – I just found your blog and I am already in love. I love traveling and doing extreme things – and you are pretty much living my dream 🙂
Second of all – I love this. I was just recently in Italy, and while in Venice did the whole gondola thing and it was one of my favorite things, although we did not get serenaded – fail. I asked our gondolier if he could sing, and he said that most don’t do that and that it’s a common misconception of gondola rides. Not sure if he just didn’t want to sing for us – but it was still a fantastic ride nonetheless, and this picture brought me back, so thank you 🙂
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It seems you got a dud gondolier because when I was in Venice, the gondolier sang beautiful, Italian songs. I wish you could have experienced his grace and beautiful voice; it was like a dream. Our ride in Vegas was very similar and less than half of the price. I think we’ll do it again at Christmas.
Good luck with your travels and I hope the world is at your doorstep.
Lesley
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My husband and I are going to Vegas in January, so this post was perfect timing! We are definitely going to have a gondola ride! We don’t travel much (hoping that will change in the future!), so we are really looking forward to this trip!
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Vegas will be a great experience for you; enjoy! Please check out the following posts on Vegas:
https://lesleycarter.wordpress.com/2011/12/01/the-full-vegas-experience-without-setting-foot-on-the-strip/
https://lesleycarter.wordpress.com/2011/11/28/where-romance-and-childhood-dreams-come-alive-winter-in-venice-las-vegas/
I think they’ll be helpful.
If you have any questions or would like some suggestions, please feel free to ask.
Lesley
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Thanks Lesley! We are going for 4 days and we are on a budget so I am not sure how much we can do. We really want to eat some good food while we are there!
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The gondola ride is $16.00 per person (GONDOLA SEATS FOUR)
PRIVATE TWO-PASSENGER GONDOLA – $64.00
In the evening, you can watch the lighting of the Christmas tree and listen to the musical show for free at the Venetian. They also have plays and decorations in the shops. Grab a hot chocolate for a small cost and stroll through the shops and shows.
My favorite free things:
1. The Mirage Casino Volcano erupts every 15 minutes from dusk to midnight.
2. Bellagio Light and Water Fountain Show
Every 30 minutes until 7:00 p.m., Every 15 minutes from 7 p.m. to midnight
3. Sirens of TI at Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
Every night at 7:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.
4. Lion Habitat at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino
Daily 11 a.m to 10 p.m.
5. Circus Acts at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino
Daily 11 a.m. to midnight, every half hour
6. Fall of Atlantis at Caesars
Every hour on the hour
If you are going to see a show, which no trip to Vegas would be complete without at least one, I’d suggest KA, Cirque du Soleil. It is the most highly recommended and enjoyable show on The Strip. If you book online, you can find discounts.
Good luck and I hope you enjoy your vacation.
Lesley
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Thank you so much! : )
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That’s awesome! I would love to travel to Venice, but a beautiful imitation found within our very own Mojave would be a good financial alternative.
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The one place on earth I really want to go is Venice. Thanks for a peek at the next best thing. Thanks for stopping by as well.
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I never got the chance to do that and I go to Vegas all the time my in laws live there….one of these days we’ll do it.
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I lived in Vegas for 20 years. I lived really close to the strip. The Venetian was always my favorite Hotel (after it was built).I’ve been on that Gondola so many times (visitors, you know). I had that same guy once. He sang the theme from The Godfather (at my request).
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Back in October, I was in Paris–Las Vegas. It was very surreal! But fun.
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I’ve always wondered about this Gondola in Vegas having ridden one in Italy. What do the gondolier sing?
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The gondolier was actually from Sicily and he sang in Italian 🙂
It was a beautiful experience and half the actual price in Venice.
I’ve done both and Vegas was equally as beautiful.
Happy Holidays,
Lesley
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Looks fun!!
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Hi Lesley,
First, thankyou so much for visiting my blog about Vegas. You must be a great detective, I don’t know how you found it.
I can safely say that I am Las Vegas’ biggest fan. I am completely obsessed with anything and everything Vegas. Over the last 4 years, I have saved and saved, worked and worked to take myself and my family to Las Vegas, which is no mean feat, living over 9000 kilometers away. I too enjoy nothing more than strolling through the Venitian. The place is wondersome. I can recommend ‘Caneletto’ restaurant. The food is delicious, it’s pricey but the quality is great. If, you live too far to get to Venice, Italy, the next best thing is Venice, Las Vegas!
Thanks again
Andrea
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