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Swerving the Amalfi Coast, I took advantage of a new twice-a-week flight from London Stansted to Salerno and instead pivoted south on a spacious and picturesque 90-minute Italo train to Maratea, Potenza, a town set high above the Gulf of Policastro dubbed ‘the pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea.’ An ornate, spurting fountain in the Old Town’s Piazza Vitol...

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Anyone who has paid a visit to charming Italy knows all about its gastronomic sensorial signatures: the tang of tomatoes, the smell of fresh basil, and, of course, citric sips of limoncello. The good thing is that regardless of the stamps on your passport, the sunny yellow liqueur has the unique ability to mentally transport you to the Amalfi Coast...

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On September 19th, 2023, my partner Michael and I departed from Boston to Rome for a three-month trip to Europe. How did we get to this point in our lives where we could drop all responsibility and go? I call this our “semester abroad”. If the college kids do it, why can’t two adults in their early 60’s? We planned and embarked on an amazing journe...

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Ambika Mathur was sitting on her parents’ couch, watching “Emily in Paris” and feeling sorry for herself. It was summer 2022. Ambika, a California-based model, was feeling “kind of stagnant.” She’d just broken up with her long-term partner and moved back in with her parents at the age of 25. And while she was regularly shooting commercials, nothing...

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A hidden gem nestled in the heart of Italy’s Amalfi Coast has been capturing hearts and imaginations worldwide. Atrani, with its population of just over 800 residents, is suddenly on everyone’s lips and social media feeds. But what’s driving this newfound obsession with Italy’s smallest town? Let’s dive into the enchanting world of Atrani and uncov...

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When it comes to breathtaking coastal views and charming seaside towns, Cinque Terre vs Amalfi Coast is a tough choice for any traveler. Both are incredible destinations, but if you’ve never been to either, deciding which one to visit can be overwhelming! That’s why we’ve put together this detailed guide comparing Cinque Terre vs Amalfi Coast to he...

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Located about 60 km south of Naples, Salerno is often unjustly considered a gateway to the Amalfi Coast. The traveler looking for exciting suggestions on what to do and see in Salerno can choose from a wide range of tempting proposals. Indeed, this enchanting city on the Campania coast has a lot to offer, from a medieval city centre that takes you...

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The Amalfi Coast is synonymous with summer vacations–boat trips, beach bars, and endless Aperol spritz. So, in July and August, the coastline is a crush of visitors. If you don’t like crowds, consider shoulder seasons, which can sometimes be even more pleasant than peak periods. Even visiting in winter has its attractions. Here’s what to expect on...

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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 reg...

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Italy has more than its share of legendary drives for the perfect Italy road trip. Many of the country's most spectacular routes are well traversed, first by the Romans and then by the subsequent civilizations and peoples who followed, carving out picturesque paths that offer much more than a means of getting from A to B. While some are particularl...

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