VCE:
Vogalonga at 50 - The People's Uprising on the Water

Half a century ago, a handful of Venetians staged a rebellion against motorboats by rowing around the lagoon. Today, their protest has become the world's quirkiest regatta—and the 50th anniversary promises floating anarchy.

Golden Anniversary Surprises

• The Anti-Gondola - A competition for the ugliest homemade boat (prize: a year's supply of grappa)
• The Midnight Start - A secret group will launch at 3 AM to complete the course backwards
• The Doge's Secret - Rumor says if you find the golden oarlock hidden along the route, you win a palazzo

PrestigeFly's Rebel Rower Package

• Business class flights with extra baggage for protest signs
• "Boat Builder for a Day" experience in a Squero workshop
• Guaranteed Blister Care at prestigefly.com/vogalonga50 with medicinal lagoon algae wraps