Thanks everyone, we don't have enough points on Starwood as we just got our cards in March...Still looking for hotel options, we don't have to make a choice for another week as Venice seems to be quiet the end of July. I have been told that many places in Italy close for the month of July so that may be the reason. Air prices are over the top and we are working on a promo deal, if it goes through we are off to Italy, if not, will find an adventure in the U.S. A.
