Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and American author Lauren Sanchez are reportedly planning to tie the knot at a lavish wedding in Venice this month. While the multi-million dollar affair is set to bring business and spotlight to the Italian city,

The Amazon founder and Lauren Sánchez are due to tie the knot next week - as activists say Venice is being turned into an "asset" for the rich and famous.

Protests are planned as the tourism-battered canal city gears up for the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez, but many in Venice say the billionaire’s nuptials should be welcomed.