Mezza Luna - Back by popular demand!

We had some glitches in scheduling, as the gondola people and Zerve had doublebooked for the same time slot. However, that was straightened out and Joseph (gondola person) was very apologetic and good at communicating in phone calls, to straighten out the problem. The idea in general of a gondola ride is a great one; the location is the downfall, which the gondola company cannot really control. We were promised a very romantic ride. However, as far out as we went, we could still hear the big concert going on at the Hatch Shell, from where the gondolas depart and return, and 90% of the ride (it was on a Saturday night) we saw men relieving themselves on shore and police walking the shores and breaking up little clusters of people from which came the distinct smell of marijuana. A few times, people on shore called out to us, asking for a ride, so it did not end up being the romantic surprise I'd envisioned for my date. Also, we were booked for 50 minutes and Joseph had indicated that we'd receive a little longer ride, given the glitches in the beginning; however, from the time we left the dock to the time we returned, it was a total of 45 minutes, so we were actually shorted five minutes. All in all, it was a different experience and my date enjoyed the surprise - but, given the location and the activity of the locals, over which the gondola company has no control, do not expect it to be romantic, even with the accordian player/singer, champagne (I brought) and basket of goodies.

The gondola tour was amazing. From the first interaction with the gondalier entering the boat to saying our good-byes everything was great. We honeymooned in Venice and had some wonderful memories that we shared with Joe who knows alot about Venice and its culture. What a romantic was to spend your anniversary.

This was really fun and unique!

I would recommend this to anyone. I had expected it to be beautiful but it exceeded my expectations. The service was wonderful and the tour is something that I will never forget.

very romantic date for couples !!!!

I arranged this event for our 30th anniversary. My wife loved it. Our host was gracious and welcoming. The gondola ride was out of the ordinary without being cheesy. We had a perfect evening, warm but comfortable and it was great to float along the Charles sipping champagne as the sun set and the music played. I heartily recommend it for a special event or to impress someone special (or both!).

Unfortunately due to weather we could not go out, however, Joseph the gondloeir was so apologetic about not being able to go...when the situation was totally out of his hands. Unfortunately mother nature controls that. we were very satisfied that our rescheduled date will be all we anticipated, but for safety reasons we could not go out with lighting looming. We did speak with joseph who was so friendly we can't wait to go back! Annie & michael

It's like being in Italy, but in Boston

My parents did not know what to expect , being alittle nervous at first that quickly changed and they returned with big smiles and very relaxed. They had a wonderful time! Thankyou

it was great. go at sunset.