Though there are some disagreeable things in Venice there is nothing so disagreeable as the visitors.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The tourists in Venice are more unpleasant than the city itself.
- In plain terms
- Visitors are often more annoying than the place they visit.
- What can you take from it?
- Crowds can ruin a destination's appeal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Have you been annoyed by fellow travelers?
- How do you handle crowds?
Another view
Visitors bring economic benefit.
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