"Imagine the audacity of building a city of marble palaces on a lagoon - and that was only the start," raves Lonely Planet. A city with many nicknames, including "The Floating City", "The City of Bridges,"; and "The City of Canals," Venice is in a class of its own - and not just because of its "lagoon aquaculture". There are many reasons to visit this distinctive destination, and Business-Class adds even more to the list with its cheap first-class flights to Venice and the best business class flights to Venice.

More than 1,500 years ago, Venetians built their city atop 117 islands linked by a massive network of canals and bridges. Despite the challenges of doing so, the city not only survived but thrived. Today, water remains the heart of the city, and the banks of Venice's landmark Grand Canal are lined with fascinating sights, sounds, and stories. It's not surprising that this unique city is filled with alluring attractions, including impressive art and architecture, as evidenced by world-famous landmarks like Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Plan to take them in via hired gondolier or the Vaporetto, the public waterbus.

With so much to see and do in Venice, you'll be sure to work up an appetite. Italy is known for its food, and Venice does not disappoint. Venice's historic creativity extends to its spectacular culinary scene. In addition to a bustling cafe and bar culture, prepare to nosh on an abundance of fresh and local food.

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