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Magic Disappears From Gondola Rides in Venice
Venice gondolas face extinction as speedboats and steamers flood the canals. Gondoliers report fewer Venetians use their boats, tourists now ride speedboats for short tours, and rising costs push families toward other jobs. The city fights waves and unlicensed craft amid UNESCO concerns and calls for conservation.
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