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Uploaded: 09/27/08 2:51 AM GMT
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...for a customer! These gondolas cost about 30'000 Euros each. They last about 20-25 years. That's the period of time the gondolier has to make a living out of it, practically, only in summer. So, if you're in Venice and think the 80-100 Euros for a 20-30-minute ride is outrageous, please think again and show some leniency. I add close to %50 tip to their fee (and, often, they'll happily sing for you as well!). I don't mean to show off or look like a real philanthropist; I am hoping that more and more people will do likewise. Gondolas used to be the main mode of transportation in old times. Nowadays, they're only tourist attraction. It will be a pity to see these gorgeous vessels only in museums in future.
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.Genver
09/27/08 4:50 AM GMT
Nice view and colors with very good reflections,the photo is lovely.
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Very beautiful image with nice perspective and colors! Maybe if he looked a bit more happy he would attract more ladies.... ehhmm customers.
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When you're through with life and all hope is lost.
Hold out your hand 'cos friends will be friends - right till the end.
Superb capture of the gondolas. Great detail and clarity. We had a great ride when we were there the 1st time. Love this capture Bram, brilliant colours
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Very interesting, across the board. I had no idea the Gondola's were so expensive!
As to the post itself - I LOVE the various reflections that pop up here and there (in the water and on the Gondola). The level of detail is good. Shame about the bored looking onlookers, but you take what you can get, right?
Just had it in the VB and scored it quite well.
Rich
As to the post itself - I LOVE the various reflections that pop up here and there (in the water and on the Gondola). The level of detail is good. Shame about the bored looking onlookers, but you take what you can get, right?
Just had it in the VB and scored it quite well.
Rich
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Some mistakes are to much fun to make only once !
Very true analysis. My Mother was from Venice and she used to explain exactly like this.
Appreciated and well done.
Ed.
Appreciated and well done.
Ed.
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