There’s something about Italy’s Amalfi Coast that makes people put up with horrible traffic, high prices, and having to climb up and down every time you want to get somewhere. And yet, it’s been attracting holiday-goers for centuries.
With a million vistas, each one different, I could look out the window all day.
My favorite town to sleep in is Positano — much better than Amalfi or any other town on this stretch of coastline. It’s one of those places made to order for a romantic getaway. And late in May, the weather is just right.
In even the most resorty of places, you can always find a rosticceria, where classic local dishes are cooked up and ready for you to buy by the weight and take out. I don’t know a lot of Italian, but a key phrase I do know is “da portar via” — for the road. You can take your rosticceria meal down to the beach, grab a nice perch, and enjoy a cooked meal at not much more than picnic prices.
Ravello — famous for its views — is perched more than 1,000 feet above the Mediterranean. And it takes full advantage of every vista. This bar’s little balcony is at what’s called “The Terrace of Infinity.” When you go there, you’ll know why.
The view is probably worth the physical climb but the reference to, aarrgh, horrible traffic and high prices dims it considerably. Sort of like hearing about the terrible pollution and replica great wall around Beijing.
I guess the answer is go during
shoulder season or off season when the crowds are a lot thinner.
Cardiologist recommended for strengthening your heart and keeping your arteries clear, but let someone else do the driving. Hotel worker in Positano drove us to Sorrento on his way home after his 4 day shift. No charge but I insisted he accept a good tip. He honestly did not want it.
Hmm. I’ve heard of ‘infinity pools’ but a bar in Ravello with a ‘terrace of infinity”? I do hope those are high walls around it, or else it might need to be renamed….the terrace of eternity.
We have stayed in Positano, which we adored; this trip, in Sept, we’re staying in Praiano; hope it’s not a mistake!? I can’t seem to find many reviews on it..including from the RS Helpline..
Hi everybody,
Recently I remodeled our kitchen and bought a tile mural with a picture of Amalfi (as seen from the hill). The mural is between the range and the hood. When friends walk in and see it they love it. There is a special charm about Italian coastal towns.
Each room in our house is now decorated with European themes. The kitchen is now Italian, the dining room is Dutch, the living room is German and Austrian, the master bedroom is French.
Rick’s Doppelganger
WEDU Tampa
JLRMGP at GMAIL
We are currently planning our first trip to Italy which will include 3 days on the Amalfi Coast. I can’t decide whether to stay in Sorrento and explore from there (Capri, Poisitano, Ravello, etc., etc.), or stay in Praiano. Any suggestions?