Venice is the "Queen of the Adriatic," and this northeastern Italian city is steeped in culture and history. Venice has magnificent basilicas, quaint palazzos, and promenades which hearken back to Renaissance times. Its gondolas and vaporettos travel the canals as the city's primary means of transportation. One of the most beautiful and unique cities in Europe, Venice will captivate you with its splendour. Nearby Emilia-Romagna is the scenic region in northern Italy. Its capital city is Bologna and the province includes the ancient cities of Ferrara, Parma, Modena and Rimini. Emilia-Romagna is a foodie paradise and is renowned for its terrific cuisine. Try the local parmesan cheese, vinegar, salami, mortadella and tortellini.