Ahhh, Venice, the “open-air museum” of architectural treasures, grand palazzos with frescoes and romantic canals. From La Galleria dell’Accademia to the Peggy Guggenheim collection, the city is simply brimming with artistic masterpieces. And fine restaurants and shopping means Venice could be the perfect European destination. The hotel of choice is the exquisite Hotel Gritti Palace situated directly on the Grand Canal with incomparable views. Built in 1525 as the residence of Andrea Gritti, the Doge of Venice, the award-winning hotel is part of Starwood’s Luxury Collection. And with gold-trimmed ceilings, marble tiles, and the finest Venetian antiques, it’s really no wonder the Hotel Gritti Palace is considered one of the world’s best hotels. Dine at the Club del Doge restaurant and fall in love with the views while getting spoiled like royalty. Choose the Room with a View Special and get great rates for a mid-week stay, including a bountiful buffet breakfast. Valid from Sundays- Thursdays until March 31, 2008, the offer is priced at EUR 459 per night. And if you reserve three consecutive nights at Hotel Gritti Palace (during the months of March, April, July and August 2008), you’ll receive the best available rate plus your fourth night for free!