Everyone says Venice is magical in summer, but no one talks about the winter. The canals are quiet, the crowds are gone, and the city feels like it’s holding its breath. I wandered through fog that made the alleys feel endless, and for once, I didn’t have to dodge selfie sticks or overpriced gelato stands. The cold seeps in, but so does the silence. You hear your own footsteps echo on the stones. I ate hot cicchetti in a bar where the bartender actually talked to me, not just the tourists. Venice in winter isn’t pretty, but it’s honest. And sometimes, that’s what you need. #Travel #TravelWithoutCrowds #VeniceInWinter