There are places where a spirit remains, especially when those places are much-loved homes. One such place is La Rondinaia, a remarkable villa in Ravello that was home to the American writer Gore Vidal (1925-2012) for more than 30 years. Its whimsical name—meaning "The Swallow’s Nest"—comes from the ...
La Rondinaia – Visiting “The Swallow’s Nest” in Ravello
Amalfi Coast Autumn Festivals & Events
With mild temperatures and plenty of sunny days, autumn is a beautiful time to visit the Amalfi Coast. Do keep in mind that September is in many ways a continuation of the summer. It's still quite warm and is one of the best months for swimming and enjoying time outdoors. Temperatures do start ...
The Amalfi Coast in Song: An Interview with Lucy Kiely
In a landscape so beautiful it often seems straight out of a film, what's missing is a soundtrack that captures the essence of the Amalfi Coast. That's where the music of Lucy Kiely, an Amalfi Coast based jazz singer and songwriter, comes in. Lucy's latest album Un'Estate Italiana has just been ...
The Museo della Bussola e del Ducato Marinaro in Amalfi
Walking through the narrow streets of Amalfi, navigating its passageways and staircases, is a journey through time. Especially in the quiet moments, you can almost hear that these old stones speak stories. These are the stories of countless people—yes including you—who have followed these same ...