Escaping the Draylon hordes on this magical lagoon jewel can be daunting, but venture with LUXE beyond Piazza San Marco into her winding waterways and labyrinthine alleys and you’ll be handsomely rewarded. La Serenissima’s richly brocaded sleeve hides a myriad of historic wonders and artisanal treasures, and naturally we’ve probed and plucked the very best.