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Chioggia in March Trip report

Chioggia in March Trip Report We were in search of a destination less than three hours from our base on Lake Iseo. It had been a difficult winter and I was still convalescing, so a short break not far from home seemed ideal. Especially since the weather forecast was good, with no risk of the ‘Bora’ - the cold, dry wind from the northeast which can hit the Adriatic coast ruining any outdoor activity with its fierce, gusty blasts. We wanted a stress-free break, although travel can involve unforeseen events.  We set off on Sunday morning, not just any Sunday morning, a splendid spring morning with little traffic, even on the motorway between Milan and Venice. We got to Chioggia in about an hour and a half and managed an early checkin. Our apartment was ideal – the friendly welcome, secure parking, shuttle service to the apartment, help up the stairs with the luggage were a prelude to a bright sunny smart clean apartment with a view on one of the Canals. So we could make the most of ou...

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