THE SORRENTO AND AMALFI COAST WILL MAKE YOU GIDDY – AND THAT’S NOT JUST BECAUSE ITS FAMOUSLY WINDING COASTAL ROAD INVOLVES IMPOSSIBLY STEEP MOUNTAIN SIDES AND EVEN LONGER DROPS. No, it’s because the place is both astoundingly beautiful and impossibly glamorous; artists, writers and movie stars all flocking here to find anything from sunshine to inspiration. But this region to the south of Naples is no jet-set affair, its mood slow-paced rather than sophisticated and its way-of-life still firmly rooted in the past. Fishermen still haul in their catch at pastel-coloured towns like POSITANO, for example; the medieval cathedral continues to take pride of place in AMALFI, whilst RAVELLO still needs nothing more than its celebrated gardens and picture-perfect Mediterranean views to keep its visitors enthralled. You can expect some steep climbs here, but remember there’s always a glass of limoncello waiting for you at the end! After a short crossing you reach the island of CAPRI, off the Amalfi Coast, which offers anything from Roman remains to Versace gowns and let’s not forget the staggering sea views. Further south again is MARATEA which will not just introduce you to charming villages and spectacular coastal scenery, but it will also be a bit of a journey into Italy’s past. Not only do majestic mountains sweep down to the Tyrrhenian Sea, but there are also medieval castles, historical centres and an incredible 44 churches dotting the landscape. Why not combine these cultural activitieswith horse riding, sea excursions and beach or mountain walks.
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When to visit Winters here are general mild but can be wet and as such much is closed in the region. April to June and September to October are the nicest temperatures and it is generally quieter. July and August peak months for temperatures and people.
Access British Airways flies daily to Naples from London with low cost airlines offering alternative timings and direct regional departures from Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester and Edinburgh. Transfers from Naples Airport to Capri (via car and hydrofoil) takes approximately 13 hour, and the Amalfi Coast from 1½ hours depending. Transfers to Maratea take approximately 3 hours.
OUR RECOMMENDATION by Paul Jones, Sales Consultant “This incredible coast is perfect for slowly making your way along, with every town boasting a different vista. And when you’ve had enough of the roads, why not charter a private yacht and see it all from the azure waters.“
NEAPOLITAN RIVIERA 7 Sorrento • 9
Capri 8
Maratea •VIP Concierge Service Enjoy one of the most scenic drives you will ever take
along the breath taking Amalfi Coast, with a private expert driver •Soak up the sunshine onboard a private yacht tour along the Amalfi Coast •Discover the essence of flavour stemming from the produce at a local farm which supplies one of Italy’s top restaurants – Don Alfonso, followed by lunch at the restaurant to taste the passion •Spend a VIP day discovering Capri by private motorboat reaching lesser known beauty spots and lunch on the island at your choice of restaurants
HOTEL KEY 1. HOTEL CARUSO, RAVELLO 2. PALAZZO SASSO, RAVELLO 3. SANTA CATERINA, AMALFI
4. MONASTERO SANTA ROSA, CONCA DEI MARINI
5. CASA ANGELINA, PRAIANO 6. LE SIRENUSE, POSITANO 7. GRAND HOTEL EXCELSIOR, SORRENTO 8. J.K. PLACE, CAPRI 9. CAPRI PALACE HOTEL & SPA, CAPRI
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