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Jun 18 2017

The Bucintoro of Venice the Doge’s boat

Today we talk about the boat that gives the name to our beautiful Hotel: The Bucintoro.

The Bucintoro takes its name from the Burcio, a simple and wide boat, used for the transportation of goods. Restyled with sculptures, gildings and carvings, it became the Bucintoro, used as official boat by the Doge.

The name Bucintoro could take its origin from its archaic form Bucentaurus. The myth says that Boukentauros (big centaur) was one of the boat of Enea, in fact ,on the first venetian Bucintoros, seems that a statue of a centaur appeared aft.

Some finishes of this boat are inspired from magical and astrological myths.

The need for a sumptuous craft such the Bucintoro to serve the Duke, can be dated from the 1117´s Benefice, where Pope Alexander III transforms in Marriage of Venice with the Sea, a marine ritual officiated by the Bishop of Castello (Olivolo) since the year 1000 in the Ascension Day.

Since then, the Bucintoro of Venice the Doge’s boat was built every hundred years, changing in size, in number of rowers and the decorative splendour of the Duke in charge. It was a state boat, used to celebrate religious fests and welcome Kings and Emperors.

The Bucintoro of Venice the Doge’s boat.

The Bucintoro of Venice the Doge’s boat was rowed by 168 men, called Arsenaloti, with 42 oars of a lenght of 11 meters. This model of boat measured 50 meters in lenght and 10 meters in width.

On the bow was a wooden and gilded sculpture representing Venice dressed as Justice, with the sword and the scales. Unlike the usual figureheads, this was located upon the bowsprit base, while on the top of this mast was the winged Lion of St. Mark. Aft a small terrace or pulpit from where the Duke used to throw the ring into the Sea during the solemn ceremony of the Marriage of Venice with the sea on Ascension day.

The 1728´s Bucintoro, launched on the 12^th of January, was the most magnificient and the most tragical one: the greed of Napoleon´s troops, after looting it of all the decorations, burned it to get the gold and silver of the gildings on the hull.

Pictures of the Bucintoro at scale 1:10 at the Naval Museum of Venice.

At the Naval Museum,a few steps away from Hotel Bucintoro, (momentarily closed for renovation) you can see a reproduction of the original Bucintoro. Do not miss this occasion!

Jun 08 2017

Il Nuovo Galeon Restaurant Venice

The restaurant Il Nuovo galeon is located in Castello district on Garibaldi Street, a local and animated avenue by a local market and stores. Close by, you can find the venues of the Biennale exposition, famous for its art, architecture, movie and theatre exhibitions.

A picture of Via Garibaldi, a few years ago.

Nuovo Galeon is a traditional and family-run restaurant, popular for the locals, with a stallage during summertime. The nautical interior is distinguished by the hull of the Bragozzo (a small fishing boat) realised by Crea, a famous rowing champion.

The interior of the restaurant.

The restaurant offers a sea food menu : Spider crab, sea salads, dried cod and daily fresh fish. All dishes are prepared as the original venetian recipes require.

Every day, you can taste, besides the proposal of the menu, some specialities created with the products avaialble in that season.

A good wine list and a friendly and polite service are two good reasons for you to spend a few hours here, off the beaten track and in a quiet spot.

Raw seafood starter. Not to be missed!

How to get:

Walking: From Saint Mark’s square, you can walk through Riva Degli Schavoni, along Saint Mark’s basin. Passing Hotel Bucintoro, cross the bridge and take left to Via Garibaldi. The restaurant will be on the right side, after 300 meters.

By public transportation: You can reach the restaurant with few waterbus routes, and getting off at Arsenale (line 1 – 4.1 – 4.2) or Giardini (line 1 – 2 – 4.1 – 4.2 – 5.1 – 5.2).

For information or reservations, do not hesitate to contact the reception. We will be pleased to organize your dinner.

May 30 2017

Romantic Boat Venice – Galleon Dinner

An emotion to live, Wednesdays and Fridays.

A Romantic Boat Dinner Venice.

Intimate and candlelight evenings combined to fine flavours, presented with inspiration and elegance in the unique scenario of Venice.

The meeting point is right outside the Bucintoro Hotel!

[image_with_text image=”7992″]The Venetian Galleon from the Bucintoro Hotel.[/image_with_text]

Born by the passion of Andrea Longo, the venetian Galleon was built in 2001, recalling the shape on the ancient ships built ,by the Serenissima Republic between the 16th and the 19th century, and used for military purposes or transportation of goods and jewelry.

Designed in a modern shape, the galeon offers itself, Wednesdays and Fridays, as location for private events or romantic dinners.

[image_with_text image=”8446″]The Galleon with Saint Mark’s square in background[/image_with_text]

The meeting point is at Riva di San Biagio‘s dock, facing the Hotel Bucintoro and the Naval Museum. After the embarkment, the staff will head you to your table, on the main deck or fore and aft, where you will be welcomed with a cocktail.

Listening sweet melodies and enjoying a tasty dinner, cooked by the Chef, you will sail forward the northern lagoon.

You will live and admire the breathtaking views and scenarios of the Vignole, Sant’Erasmo, San Francesco del Deserto,Burano, Torcello,Mazzorbo and Burano.

The itinerary will continue, passing by the Arsenale and the small islands of Santa Maria delle Grazie and San Giorgio. After a quick passage through Giudecca Canal, you will end you trip on Saint Mark’s basin with stunning views of its ancient buildings.

The disembark point is at the Naval Museum, near the Hotel Bucintoro, as known as a one of a kind for its locations and views.

During summertime the Galleon is protected by a thermostatic cover in case of bad weather. Besides, during wintertime, its panoramic windows and the heating system will guarantee a pleasant temperature of 23° C/74° F.

For more information and reservations you can visit www.jollyroger.it or ask at the reception.

We will help you organizing your dinner.

May 14 2017

Carpaccio Restaurant Venice

Situated at the end of Riva degli Schiavoni, a few bridges away from Arsenale, the two business partners, Gino and Rosario, are pleased to welcome you at their restaurant, Carpaccio.

The restaurant presents itself well-maintained with an elegant mise-en-place. Carpaccio disposes of a dining room on the ground floor and one upstairs, where you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the Lagoon and San Giorgio island. During summertime, some tables are available outside to enjoy meals, living the city and watching the sunset. With its 120 seats capacity, it is a great spot to organize weddings, meetings or romantic dinners.

[image_with_text image=”7056″]Two gondoliers enjoying lunch on the terrace[/image_with_text]

Food & Wine

The Carpaccio Restaurant in Venice offers, mainly, seafood courses respecting the tradition of our city.

From the starters to the main courses, you can live a culinary path that you won’t forget. Let the staff recommend you!

Very tasty seafood starters as the Baccalà mantecato (dried cod) with polenta, the marinated salmon, octopus carpaccio and the traditional “Sarde in Saor”.

[image_with_text image=”7065″]Seafood starter[/image_with_text]

The menu offers pasta dishes, like Tagliolini with scallops and zucchini, spaghetti with lobster or the more tradional Spaghetti with tomato sauce or Risotto.

The main courses, we would like to recommend you, are the grilled sea bass with potatoes, fresh fried fish and the lobster.

For the non-seafood lovers, the Carpaccio has the alternative for you! Beef fillet, lamb and chicken are on the menu too.

The wine list has a good selection from all over Italy.

Ask to the restaurant staff for the daily proposals about desserts!

Our reception will be at your disposal for information and reservations.

Walking distance from Hotel Bucintoro

Carpaccio restaurant is located in Castello 4088, only 10 minutes walking from Saint Mark’s square. You can reach the place by water bus, catching line 1 and getting off at Arsenale stop.

May 10 2017

La Biennale di Venezia – 57th International Art Exhibition

Still a few days are missing before the grand opening of one of the most followed art exhibition in the world.
The 57th edition will be curated by Christine Macel. She will be the third woman, in the history of the Biennale, to run the famous venetian art show.

The Biennale will be open from May 13th to November 26th. All visitors can visit the international pavillions in the assigned areas for this occasion, Arsenale and Giardini.
In this edition, the participants will be one hundred and twenty, coming from fifty-one differents countries.
Antigua and Barbuda, Kiribati and Nigeria will make their own debut this year.

Christine Macel and the Chairman of the Biennale, Paolo Baratta, gave a few hints about this edition, starting from its title, “Viva Arte Viva”.
The artists will be at the center of this exhibition. Every Saturday, one artist will have lunch with the visitors, at Arsenale and Giardini, talking about art and sharing ideas.
Besides, during the exposition, visitors could to watch some videos, made by the artists, in which they will describe their work.
Another initiative is “My library”. Here, every artist will share a list of favorites books, offering a “piece of his/her interests” to the visitors.

Biennale of Venice 2017: Opening hours and prices

The Biennale opens its doors from 10am to 6pm. Until September 30th, the Biennale venue at Arsenale, will be open, fridays and saturdays, from 10am to 8pm.
Day of closure: Mondays (except May 15th, August 14th, September 4th).
Ticket offices are open from 10 am to 5.30 pm. Until September 30th, you can purchase your entry until 7.30 pm.

The regular ticket costs 25 euro and it allows one entrance to both venues, in different days or non-consecutive days.
Concessionary ticket for affiliated: 22 euro.
Over 65, militaries and Venice residents: 20 euro.
Students and Under 26: 15 euro.

The 48 hours ticket, valid 48 hours from the first validation (closure days not included), and valid for more than one entrance to both venues, are personal tickets and, in order to buy them, it will be required a valid ID card or passport.
The cost of this ticket will be 30 euro. For concessionary or students/under 26, it costs 22 euro.

Do not hesitate to ask at the reception for further information.
We will be pleased to help you to organize your visit!