VENICE

We were spoilt for choice.

We have been to a few bars over the course of the season and have picked out five we will definitely be going back to.

Surprisingly spacious, the restaurant sprawls back into the centuries-old building, creating a cosy but not too tightly packed atmosphere.

A taste of Azzurri tucked into the heart of Venice.

Owner and chef Maurizio is a Napoli fan, and you’ll find bits of Azzurri memorabilia tucked among the more traditional décor.

Close to St Mark's Square.

If you’re planning a trip to Venice, you’ve probably seen the photos of hotel rooms with wood-panelled walls and heavy, red-velvet curtains. And while this old-school glamour is fitting for a city steeped in history, sometimes the ultimate Venetian luxury isn’t a gold-leafed ceiling, but a room that gives you all the modern-day essentials at

The Penzo is a unique ground.

The 2025-26 season is just about done and dusted but there is still time for a late trip to one of the best destinations in Italian football.

Top tips for booking your weekend.

Club football is back after the international break and we have picked four matches in April worth considering for a short-notice weekend away.