The stunning Amalfi coast town of Praiano is just 20 minutes from Positano, providing holidaymakers the perfect authentic Italian experience, without the throng of tourists. It can be extremely tricky to pick out towns and villages to stay in that avoid large crowds, especially in popular tourist regions like the Amalfi coast.

Many spots in the region are heaving, with an estimated 5 million tourists visiting every year, numbers which peak during the summer season. Enter, Praiano. With around 2,000 permanent residents the stunning cliffside town is situated just a short 20 minute drive away from the more popular Positano, but with no less charm.