Jennifer & David Raeze

Jennifer and David Raezer run Approach Guides, a series of cultural travel guidebooks www.approachguides.com that take an in-depth look at the history, art and architecture of cultural sites throughout Italy, India, China, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Turkey and the Americas. Drawing connections – such the Eastern influences in Venice – are what interests them and gives their guidebooks a unique perspective. They have also developed a wine app for the iPhone and iPad agwine.com-- the perfect app for travelers who want to “drink local” and avoid expensive data roaming charges (no internet connection required).

Venice, Italy

Anything but Italian On the surface, Venetians fit the Italian profile. They speak the language, eat pasta, dress impeccably and love opera. And yet, they are different. They are less religious, have built no walls around their old city, have sacrificed cars for gondolas, and generally look outward rather than … Read more