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Venice Gondoliers Face Decline as Modern Ferries Thrive
The Venetian gondoliers are dwindling as motorized ferries replace traditional work. Once hundreds strong, the trade now struggles with low wages, licensing shifts, and urban tourism pressures. Many younger would-be gondoliers abandon the craft for factory jobs or mainland opportunities.
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Norris Willatt
Bnitea Breve International Snc
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Piazale Roos
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Gondoliers
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Ecvins
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