Happy Spring! It’s that time of year when shops and restaurants are spiffed up, the ferries start running again, and the bakeries are full of Colomba cakes for Pasqua. That can only mean one thing: a new season has begun! If you’re visiting the Amalfi Coast soon, here are a few things happening month.
Full Ferry Schedule Begins
While this has been an unusual winter season with ferries running a limited schedule (something I hope continues in the future!) during good weather, the full Travelmar ferry schedule starts on March 23, 2024. Find the latest schedule below and more information on the Travelmar website.
Planning to visit Capri? The Alicost ferry service started on March 23, 2024.
Local tip: If you’re traveling during the shoulder season, it’s a good idea to have a backup plan for arriving and departing in case of rough seas. That’s more likely to happen in late March/ early April (likewise in late October/ early November).
Moon Sicily by Linda Sarris – Out March 26, 2024
Planning a trip to Sicily or looking for inspiration for an upcoming trip? Get a copy of the Moon Sicily guidebook written by Linda Sarris, my lovely co-author of Moon Southern Italy. Her new book comes out on March 26, 2024 – perfect for planning a trip to Sicily this year!
Get Your Colomba
If you enjoy panettone at Christmas, you’ll have to try the colomba cake that is traditional in Italy for Easter. You’ll find them in the supermarkets or more artisan ones at local bakeries. Made with candied orange and topped with almonds, I actually like it more than the Christmas cakes. This year, I splurged and got a lemon colomba cakes from Pasticceria Pansa. It’s made with candied lemon peels and grated lemon zest from their family lemon farm “Villa Paradiso” located above Amalfi. It’s delicious!
Easter in Amalfi and Minori
Pasqua is one of the biggest holidays of the year in Italy. It’s a very special time of the year to visit Amalfi, especially if you have the chance to experience the moving Good Friday processions. While you’ll find them in most towns (Ravello often does a spectacular Via Crucis around the Easter holiday), Amalfi and Minori both have very involved processions with torches and hooded costumes. Keep in mind that the Monday after Easter, called Pasquetta, is a continuation of the holiday.
Local tip: Be prepared for unbelievable traffic if you’re arriving or departing around Easter. Also, the local buses run on a more limited holiday schedule.
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