Venice was once the place Americans went to disappear.

Then Hollywood showed everyone where to find it.

From Katharine Hepburn and Harry’s Bar to cruise ships, counterfeit Murano glass, access fees and millions of visitors, Venice became spectacularly successful at selling the dream of a private escape.

The dream survived.

The city had to change around it.

This is how America’s most romantic escape became one of the most managed tourist destinations on Earth.

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