You only need one day in Venice

Some may consider spending just one day in one of the world's reputedly most romantic cities' blasphemy, but hear us out. You miss Venice totally, but one or two days should be plenty to take in the atmosphere and have some gelato in the lovely St. Mark's Square. Summer brings high prices and large crowds, while winter brings frigid temperatures and closed-for-the-season hotels and eateries, making visiting a struggle.

And don't forget to give yourself an extra day in Italy if you plan on cruising down the Amalfi Coast, exploring cathedrals in Rome, visiting wineries in Florence, shopping for high fashion in Milan, swimming off the coasts of Sicily, or spotting celebrities in Lake Como. Trust us, there will be much to see and do in the extra 24 hours in one of Europe's most entertaining countries.