As the sun shines on this last afternoon of 2015, there's a momentary stillness that sets in before the festivities begin, the sound of fireworks echo through the mountain valleys and the night sky over Amalfi sparkles with the most spectacular fuochi pirotecnici display at midnight. January 1st is ...
Archives for 2015
Ice Skating in Amalfi
There is a fun addition to the festive atmosphere in Amalfi this year with the arrival of an ice skating rink. Yes an ice skating rink in Amalfi! The kids in town have been enjoying trying it out on these warm December days. There are even cute little bears they can push around to get used to the ...
Christmas Scenes in Amalfi
With sunshine and unseasonably warm temperatures, this has been one of the most beautiful Christmas seasons I've experienced so far on the Amalfi Coast. Although it has been a busy time of year, much like this entire year has been, I've been enjoying glimpses of the holiday season in Amalfi. I ...
Home Again
Last week I landed back in Italy after nearly a month spent traveling in America for work and to visit my family in Nebraska. (Helloooo early Thanksgiving gatherings!) It was a whirlwind trip with stops in New Orleans and New York City before heading to Nebraska. I found there's still a wee bit of ...
Marina di Praia – My New Favorite Beach on the Amalfi Coast!
I think I have a new favorite beach. But shhh ... don't tell Santa Croce. I've always like the little cove at Marina di Praia, located between Conca dei Marini and Praiano. The road clings to the mountainside high above the beach and a small access road that's pretty easy to miss leads down to a ...
New Live Streaming Webcams of Amalfi!
If you're like me and miss the Amalfi Coast all the time when you're not here, then I've got exciting news. The Lega Navale Amalfi webcams are back! They're not only back, they're better than before. There are three new HD live streaming webcams located around Amalfi and the images are much clearer ...
Take the Ferry from the Amalfi Coast to Sorrento!
I've received tons of questions after I shared my Amalfi Coast Ferry Services post earlier this year, especially about whether or not there would be a ferry service connecting the Amalfi Coast and Sorrento. While there was a delay earlier this summer on the start of the service, it has officially ...
A Guide to the Beaches of Positano
After receiving such a great response about my Guide to the Beaches of Amalfi, I've decided to expand the series to cover another favorite spot on the Amalfi Coast. Of course, I'm talking about Positano! Now these aren't your usual top beaches of the entire Amalfi Coast type guides. These narrow ...
Remarkable Ruins of the Basilica of Sant’Eustachio
Along the stone steps between the sleepy villages of Minuta and Pontone in Scala, you'll find something a little unexpected. Set in a commanding position on a promontory surrounded by terraces of olive and lemon trees sits the ruins of what was once one of the finest churches in the Republic of ...
How to Make Lemon Mousse from the Amalfi Coast
I fell in love with the Amalfi Coast on a week long holiday (although it really only took one day ...) and my husband is a tour guide for the Campania region. This means tours and holiday experiences are both close to my heart and a part of my life. I'm always on the lookout for the best ways to ...
The Ravello Festival 2015
If you're planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast, mark your calendars for June 20th to September 5th for the Ravello Festival. The 63rd edition of the popular festival dedicated to music, theater, opera, dance and the arts is set to be a blockbuster with an outstanding line up of performances. The ...
A Guide to the Beaches of Amalfi
Planning a trip to Amalfi this summer and looking forward to some beach time soaking up the sun? It's definitely a must during your stay on the Amalfi Coast. But did you know you had a choice for where to go to the beach in Amalfi? While it's not very large, there are several beaches you can choose ...