The overflowing canals of Venice- Nov 8, 2010

We only  had a little time in Venice, but we made the most of it, cruising around the city in a water bus and slogging through San Marco square in the rain.  At least the Venetians know how to prepare for the rain.  They had wooden platforms set up throughout for people to walk on in case they didn't have rubber boots to their knees. :)

Rain in Bari, Italy- Nov 2, 2010

Bari, Italy

Italy, at least the Adriatic coast, was drenched in rain during our time there.  In fact, we didn't even get off the boat in Bari.  On our way out, masses of people were sweeping in with puddles of rain, wringing out their clothes on the ships first deck.  Apparently, the combination of rain and heavy winds made it impossible to see anything and all the shops were closed, so instead we enjoyed the endless food on the boat and I got in a huge nap (one of my favorite parts of vacations).