Venice

Venice or 'La Serenissima', as she was known for thousands of years, is truly one of the most seductive and beguiling places anywhere in the world. Built on more than 117 low-lying islands, this unique city is a water wonderland divided by over  400 canals and spanned by more than 400 bridges.

And whilst life on her stunning waterways is still evolving today, the ancient monuments, museums, churches, art galleries and spires will all entice you to explore her glorious past. Wonder at the audacity of Casanova, delve into the secrets of the Council of Ten or marvel at the talent of incredible painters like Canaletto and Paolo Veneziano.

Whatever you decide to do, just like it did with Goethe, Mann and Browning before you, Venice can't fail to capture your imagination and seduce you with her beauty …