Map of Venice area, ... Tucked away among a grouping of islets off Italy's northeast coast, ... Surrounding Lagoon Islands.

When it comes to finding the best area to stay in Venice Italy, Lido is a true gem for beach lovers. As a barrier island, Lido offers a picturesque coastline with beautiful sandy beaches and ...

Venice and its environs conjure, for many film buffs, the venerable Venice Film Festival and movies shot in and around the picturesque lagoon city -- from Luchino Visconti's "Death in Venice" to ...

The dry winter in Italy follows an exceptional drought last year, triggering a state of emergency for critical agricultural areas surrounding the Po, its longest river. Low tides, little rain and ...

Last July, Italy declared a state of emergency for areas surrounding the Po — which accounts for roughly a third of the country’s agricultural production — and suffered its worst drought for ...