Friday, December 31, 2021

A GASTRONOMICAL JOURNEY OF LOCAL FLAVOURS There’s a long bar and on a terrace just above, Al Borgo, the hotel’s alfresco beach restaurant serving simple classics. Executive chef Crescenzo Scotti does impressive things at Alici and at La Libereria, the fine-dining restaurant; but informal canvassing would indicate that most people just want a faultless spaghetti vongole or grilled pezzogna when they hit this part of the world. Can the Borgo Santandrea take on the Amalfi all-stars? | Financial Times



Thursday, December 30, 2021

PAIRING THE PIZZA WITH A SPUMANTE ASPRINIO D'AVERSA Fried pizza is suitable for pairing with sparkling wines, since the presence of CO2 and greater acidity help to balance the greasiness of the frying fats, such as an Asprinio d’Aversa. Pizza with cheeses is suitable for pairing with a wine with a strong acidity that gives great freshness in order to balance by harmonizing the fat exuberance of the cheeses. The 20 Best Pizza and Wines Pairings – How to pair wine and Pizza | Italy's Finest Wines



Wednesday, December 29, 2021

AN AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS BEHIND A GATE IN VOMERO HILL A verdant oasis of peace that has been declared a national monument by the Ministry of Culture. The Urban Rural Community of San Martino – a centre for ecological culture and alternative economy, building a relationship between the land and the city of Naples. The vineyard also boasts an exceptional and unusual view of the bay. Places in Naples Even Neapolitans Don't Know About | Culture Trip



Tuesday, December 28, 2021

LIKE THE TUFA AND THE BLACK PIPERNO VOLCANIC ROCK OF VESUVIUS It is in the Quartieri Spagnoli (focus of rehabilitation projects), that the porosity of Naples is most obvious. Here, the ground floors of the palazzi are made up of bassi (one-room apartments). Diverse groups of people - and immigrants - still cohabit the same buildings in an everyday dynamic unknown in any other city in the world. Naples: "A Paradise Inhabited by Devils" | Guide Collective



Monday, December 27, 2021

ITALIAN PREMIERS OVERLOOKING THE BAY OF NAPLES The Film Festival - now at its 26th edition - has become an important showcase for positioning films, filmmakers, and talent in contention for potential year-end awards and simultaneously promoting tourism in the south of Italy during the holiday season. It is also a major building block of the "magical bridge" between the Italian and American motion picture industries as is evidenced by the prestigious attendance of majors. Capri, Hollywood - The International Film Festival | FilmFreeway



Sunday, December 26, 2021

"IT'S ALWAYS NAPLES" The iconic actress told of her favorite place to travel while on board the inaugural sailing of the MSC Seashore. Despite having traveled the world, Sophia Loren - the godmother of MSC Cruises' fleet - says she still considers her home a destination to be explored. Specifically,  mentioned Pozzuoli, a city a few miles west of Naples, as a highlight. Sophia Loren Has Loved 'Discovering' New Destinations — but She Always Returns to This One Place | Travel + Leisure



Saturday, December 25, 2021

 IN GRAGNANO THE OLDEST PASTA SHAPE ACCORDING TO TRADITION Third generation pasta maker Sergio Cinque shared the secrets of his artisanal pasta and showed all the steps that make Pasta Faella so special. Sergio explained why the combination of 100% Italian semola, pure mountain water, and a very slow drying phase create the best pasta. Watch here for a sneak peek inside Pastificio Faella. Pastificio Faella: how Pasta di Gragnano is made | Gustiamo



Friday, December 24, 2021

 'THE PINK PALACE' LUKURY BOUTIQUE For Palazzo Avino guests or those passing by, The Pink Closet - opened by the hotel’s managing director Mariella Avino – offers exquisite sartorial delights to treasure once they leave Ravello. The boutique’s newly launched e-commerce site allows shoppers to be tickled pink wherever they are. Palazzo Avino’s fashion boutique in Ravello is pretty in pink | Wallpaper



Thursday, December 23, 2021

HARMONT & BLAINE’S ICONIC DACHSHUND The Neapolitan brand Harmont & Blaine continues its recent international expansion by focusing on China, where the clothing company - positioned in the upper premium segment - has recently inaugurated its first single-brand boutique in Shanghai. “The progressive expansion on the Chinese market will be guided by the evolution of the style. We want to be recognized for the Made in Italy taste, for a daily and relaxed wardrobe.” Harmont & Blaine Opens in Shanghai | Retail & Leisure International



Wednesday, December 22, 2021

 THE NEAPOLITAN AMBASSADOR OF DELICACIES The online shop of the Gran Caffè Gambrinus in Naples is open. We can choose between exquisite traditional sweets, various coffee blends and buy the cups ceramic with saucers, all with the designs of the historic café. The Gran Caffè Gambrinus in Naples opens the online shop for all its desserts and products | Napolike



Tuesday, December 21, 2021

PUT THE FUN IN NAPLES' FUNICULAR Main tourist attractions are centered along the seafront and the historical center. But if you're heading to Naples' hilltop neighborhoods, using the funicular may be your best bet. This inclined railway is a major mode of transportation for locals heading to the Vomero. Getting around Naples is easy with these top tips | Lonely Planet

Monday, December 20, 2021

WHITE LIMESTONE CLIFFS WITH EMPEROR TIBERIUS LEGENDS To give my Capri visit an extra dimension, I take the scenic boat trip around the island. Riding through the pounding waves, marveling at a nonstop parade of staggering cliffs and listening to stories of celebrity-owned villas. There are also some quirky sights: a solar-powered lighthouse, statues atop desolate rocks and caves. Rick Steves on Italy’s romantic Amalfi Coast, Isle of Capri | The Daily Herald



Sunday, December 19, 2021

TRADITIONAL NEAPOLITAN COOKING If you ever meet a Neapolitan outside Naples and mention Mimì, chances are they may shed a tear or two. Mimì is what many consider the Holy Grail of Neapolitan cooking. Tucked away near the train station, we have friends who’ve taken the train from Rome for lunch just for their stuffed peppers and prized baccalà. Bellini Travel’s Guide to Naples | Issimo



Saturday, December 18, 2021

 A BIRD'S EYE VIEW OF NAPLES AT DAWN ALONG A SEAFRONT ROAD “There’s been enormous growth,” said Maurizio Gemma, the director of the local Film Commission of the Campania Region, which has focused on attracting and facilitating the work of film. Today, “we are shooting nearly 150 projects a year. There’s the work of many professionals in our region,” he said, “we’ve always had a propensity toward show business, culture.” Naples, a City of Contradictions, Is Once Again a Home for Cinema | Thr New York Times



Friday, December 17, 2021

 CATCH A PERFORMANCE AT THE OPULENT TEATRO SAN CARLO The Teatro San Carlo is the oldest continuously active opera house in the world. Connected to the Royal Palace, it opened in 1737 and has been hosting world-class performances ever since. Take in a performance of a work by Verdi or Puccini from one of the auditorium’s gilded box seats to feel like a royal yourself. The best things to do in Naples: livin' la dolce vita | Lonely Planet



Thursday, December 16, 2021

THE 'LEMON DELIGHT' ECHOES EVERYTHING THERE IS TO LOVE ABOUT THE AMALFI COAST Many of its traditional desserts are inspired by the fresh citrus that grows freely such as Delizia al Limone. The pan di Spagna cake is soaked with limoncello and covered with cream, creating a sweet, tangy, and delicious dessert. A Food Guide To Italy's Flavors On The Stunning Amalfi Coast | thetravel.com



Wednesday, December 15, 2021

THE PERFECT SPOT FOR AN INTIMATE FEAST There is no shortage of romantic places to stay in the dreamy, la dolce vita destination of the Amalfi Coast. However, we’re going to pick just one: Belmond Hotel Caruso. Wander through the property’s abundant gardens, go shopping in the quaint town of Ravello, embark on one of the property’s complimentary boat excursions, and most of all, eat some pasta. The Best Honeymoon Destinations, From the Namib Desert to the Amalfi Coast | Vogue



Tuesday, December 14, 2021

"SCHOOL STRIKE FOR CLIMATE" Neapolitan Christmas tradition honours Greta Thunberg, who made international headlines when she joined the high-profile climate talks. The 18-year-old activist has been portrayed in a terracotta figurine wearing her trademark yellow raincoat and holding a placard. In Italy, Greta Thunberg stars in Naples Christmas crib | Wanted in Rome



Monday, December 13, 2021

"WELL, DOESN'T EVERYONE WANT TO BE ITALIAN?" Capri - you’re never really not on my mind! The faraglioni, the sunset rooftop cocktails, the spellbinding views, the late nights. All of it. But it’s particularly special because of friends. Ones I love dearly and who are currently promoting How to be Italian through delicious Caprese packs delivered across the world to your doorstep. Maria Pasquale (@heartrome) | Instagram photos and videos



Sunday, December 12, 2021

THE STRATIFICATION OF HISTORY IN A PLACE LIKE RIONE TERRA "Refugees fleeing tyranny in Greece came here and occupied the rock of Pozzuoli. It’s called Rione Terra,” says Adele, a local history aficionado. The Romans, but also the Spanish took turns enjoying Pozzuoli’s locale, each leaving their mark on the town, as I would see when we went to Rione Terra’s archaeological site. Pozzuoli — Not Naples Might be the Best Place to Stay in Naples | World at Large



Saturday, December 11, 2021

THE BIRTH OF THE WORLD’S FIRST FALANGHINA Mustilli family settled in the town of Sant’Agata dei Goti at the start of the 14th century, and has been producing wine for five centuries. Leonardo Mustilli is the first to have bottled pure Falanghina in the 70s. Today, the estate is run by two of the daughters- Anna Chiara, who manages the vineyards and winemaking, and Paola, the commercial side of the business. Mustilli Falanghina | Communal Brands



Friday, December 10, 2021

MERCHANT IN CAMPANIA SPECIAL FAIR Traditional cards give way to places and historical representations of our territory. The purchase of the kit includes the Campania Artecard which will allow access to the historical places of the territory and the use of means of transport. Attached to this pass you will find gadgets and also the now famous Mercante in Fiera in pink edition. Campania edition: we tried it! | Napolike




Thursday, December 9, 2021

A POSTCARD VIDEO FROM NAPLES Start at the medieval castle of Maschio Angioino in the centre and take in the ancient architecture of the city. Wander the buzzing markets lining the streets such as Via San Gregorio Armeno and stop for divine espressos and sfogliatelle at Gran Caffé Gambrinus. Breathe in the views from the seafront castle Castel dell'Ovo. Wander the buzzing markets. The best places to visit in Naples, Italy | Condé Nast Traveller



Wednesday, December 8, 2021

HOW TO TRANSPORT VISITORS TO BAROQUE NAPLES The exhibition at Colnaghi features a selection of religious, landscape and still-life paintings. The enduring creative legacy of Old Master artists and artisans from Naples, marking the first exhibition in London. As the centrepiece of Naples: a magnificent 18th-century crèche, known in Italian as a presepe. Exhibition on the art of the Neapolitan Baroque opens at Colnaghi | Artdaily



Tuesday, December 7, 2021

HOW WOULD YOU SOLVE A PUZZLE OF ARCHAELOGICAL REMAINS? At Pompeii, the soft robotic hands will need to grasp, move and orient fragments of varying sizes and weights with extreme care—and gather information about them in the process. These hands are like soft but smart gloves that are embedded with tactile, kinesthetic and position sensors. Pompeii’s Ruins to Be Reconstructed by Robot | Scientific American



Monday, December 6, 2021

START - SALERNO; END - SORRENTO Experience Italy’s most spectacular coastal scenery on this white-knuckle drive along the Amalfi Coast. From Salerno, the main southern gateway to the coast, strike west to Vietri sul Mare, a small town famous for its ceramics and the start point of the coastal road proper. From here the driving becomes more challenging as the road narrows, the curves become tighter, and the views become ever more dramatic. Six of the most beautiful road trips in Italy | Kuwait Times



Sunday, December 5, 2021

NAPLES IS SURROUNDED BY A NUMBER OF INCREDIBLY POWER NATURAL FORCES Somma-Vesuvius and Campi Flegrei are among the most famous active volcanoes in the world and form an unignorable part of the Neapolitan landscape. Few cities can boast an archaeological museum containing Pompeiian pornography, a church where the blood of a saint is said to liquefy three times a year, and a subterranean cemetery said to be inhabited purely by spirits. Naples: saints, spirits, and superstition in Italy's most enigmatic city | Far Out Magazines



Saturday, December 4, 2021

DUSTY BLUE SKIES AND SPARKLING SEAS Launched with a soft opening this summer, Borgo Santandrea is a haven for discerning design obsessives. Overlooking the picturesque fishing town of Conca dei Marini, the hotel’s 45 individually-designed guest rooms and suites may dovetail perfectly with the natural surroundings thanks to their soothing palettes of Mediterranean blues and whites. The New Amalfi Coast Hotel Blending Mid-Century Design With Southern Italian Charm | Vogue



Friday, December 3, 2021

BACK TO THE FARM, AND WE'RE ALL INVITED Caserta is a match made in sustainable tourism heaven; connecting travel to the very places where iconic foodstuffs (buffalo mozzarella) and regional fruits like the Melannurca Campana PGI, Maddaloni (an apple extraordinaire) are produced and processed. The Campania region is a sweet spot, where product, policy and a sustainable tourism experience take you from field to fork in the Italian countryside. Caserta, Italy in the Slow Food Fastlane | TravelPulse



Thursday, December 2, 2021

OUT OF 20 AWARDS FROM THE INTERNATIONAL GUIDE, ITALY GETS 14 MEDALS The curtain rises on Flos Olei 2022, the thirteenth edition of the guide dedicated to the world of quality extra virgin olive oil. 763 extra virgin olive oils are reviewed in the guide, a real atlas of the olive tree that also includes 88 world maps. Flos Olei: the best extra virgin olive oil 2021 comes from Campania | EFA News - European Food Agency


    

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

CORAL'S ARCHETYPAL FORKED BRANCHES In the Vesuvius-shadowed outskirts of Naples, the port town of Torre del Greco has preserved its own age-old heritage: a singular artistry with the Mediterranean Sea’s red coral. The smaller harvests “are due to all the restrictions, but the coral is there,” said Gioia De Simone, the sixth-generation owner of a coral dealership. It is “a renewable resource, unlike diamonds.” Italy’s Red Coral Capital Struggles With a Warming Sea | The New York Times



NOVEMBER 2021

START YOUR MORNING AT THE MERCATO






11012021 La Pignasecca is the largest and oldest outdoor marketplace in Naples, responsible for feeding the city in one way or another for well over 500 years. Sunday, family day, is the best time to wander the streets and alleyways that make up La Pignasecca. Buying just-plucked produce and still-steaming pastries from the delis and grocers around the market. One Day in Naples: How to Spend 24 Hours in the City of the Sun | Wander-Lush
11032021 The Eat Pray Love cast and crew set out for Naples to film one of Gilbert’s most memorable moments, eating a double mozzarella pizza at L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele, one of the most famous pizzerias in Naples. Once settled in the southern Italian city, Murphy and other members of the Eat Pray Love team were so touched and inspired by the warmth of the Neapolitan environment that they actually added a scene in Naples. The new scene takes place in one of Naples’ most beautiful churches, Pio Monte della Misericordia. Eat Pray Love in Naples Italy: Especially Eating! | Dream of Italy
11042021 Stanley Tucci visits one of Italy's greatest cheese makers to see him work his magic with mozzarella. The ancient process that gives mozzarella its name | CNN
11052021 The town of Naples became hotspot on the map of Italian clubbing. House music redefined not only the culture of clubbing in the city, but also of the communities formed by the music. Under the volcano: From Caruso to Neapolitan Power and Vesuwave to techno |  Mail & Guardian
11062021 Gennaro will share the importance of the lemon as a symbol for his homeland, why his addiction to this citrus fruit has never ceased, and how a simple lemon can transform a dish. In Italian cooking, the lemon is as essential as olive oil and salt and no part of it is wasted. A Night in with Gennaro: in conversation with our favourite chef | Gennaro Contaldo
11072021 As reported by "A tutela della maglia del Napoli", it seems that the Neapolitan club will release a new jersey dedicated to the most iconic number ten in its history: Diego Armando Maradona. EA7 has designed a new one featuring a caricature of the Pibe de Oro accompanied by a huge fingerprint. Will Napoli release another shirt dedicated to Maradona? | NSS
11082021 On the outskirts of Pompeii, the large suburban villa of Civita Giuliana has yielded back the little room occupied by stable slaves, perhaps a small family, still incredibly intact with all their poor accoutrements. "An exceptional find, because it is truly rare for history to give back the details of these lives," says an enthusiastic director of the archaeological park, Gabriel Zuchtriegel. Slaves' room re-emerges intact at Pompeii | Ansa
11092021 The Madre Museum and Palace for the Arts (PAN) unpicking Campania’s obsession with Pop Art. Start at either, but do also visit the city’s Museo di Capodimonte, which offers an 18th-century-palace home to Southern Italy’s largest historic art collection. Find your gateway to the arts in Italy | Wanderlust Travel Media
11102021 At an altitude of 150m above area level, narrow footpaths lead to the “vertical” vineyards of Cantine Antonio Mazzella, which has been growing grapes and producing wine for three generations. Biancolella and Forastera, Piedirosso and Guarnaccia, Rilla and Coglionara have been grown here and picked by hand to then be brought by sea to the small Ischia hamlet of Campagnano where they are then made into wines that mature and age in ancient tuff stone cellars. Cantine Antonio Mazzella | Nicola Biscardo Selections
11112021 Dries Mertens has no particular intention of returning to a club in Belgium. The 34-year-old striker will become a father after wife Kat announced she was expecting their first child. Mertens is the all-time top scorer in the club’s history with 136 competitive goals in 368 appearances. Mertens: 'Very happy at Napoli' | Football Italia
11122021 With the design of this subway and train station -Centro Direzionale di Napoli-, EMBT generates new correlations between the city’s natural volcanic ground and the original design of the site. The new station, with its underground link to the city, will transform the area’s artificial surface into a complex topography. Naples Underground Central Station | Archilovers
11132021 Neapolitan pizza is godly — and specific. As per Unesco’s list of intangible cultural heritage, it must be made with certain types of local tomatoes and mozzarella. Once you’ve filled up on carbs, the hillside Hotel Paradiso’s Bay of Naples views will be the perfect digestivo. 24 fantastic foodie breaks in Europe | The Times
11142021 Of all the markets, the one you should not miss is the one in Via San Gregorio Armeno in Naples, with its endless shops dedicated to the Christmas Nativity tradition famous all over the world. Here visitors will see top artisans creating, exhibiting and selling the miniature figures that make up the Nativity scene - masterpieces realized through the skills passed down from generation to generation. San Gregorio Armeno: The Christmas Nativity Tradition | Italian Tourism Official Website
11152021 Here, Renaissance frescoes and industrial architecture serve as the backdrop to cultural and social initiatives designed to feed the body and nourish the soul. Made in Cloister hosts contemporary art exhibitions, live concerts and film screenings, among other events. The New Naples: Discover 5 Experiences You Can’t Miss | Forbes
11162021 The 2022 Pirelli Calendar by Bryan Adams aims to capture the atmosphere for an artist in tour. Saweetie photo shoot showcased her innate style, capturing the singer and fashion icon in two outfits in the location of the italian island of Capri. Saweetie | Pirelli Calendar 2022
11172021 “While all the cities of Europe are transformed, Naples remains perched on its clichés, which are also its charm.“ The journalist explains that Naples for the French is not only a tourist destination of excellence, but the idealtype of the true southern city. “They will never change” the French in Le Figaro | Reutir
11182021 Proposed as a new destination for events and travel, thanks to its thermal, historical and cultural heritage. The stay was organized under the aegis of Ischia Is More, a promotional consortium of entrepreneurs, managers and tour operators, as well as with the contribution of  Foraday, and a visit to the Ravino Gardens, famous for their succulent plants. Event and Wedding Planners Scout New Jewels of Central-Southern Italy | Focus on Travel News
11192021 The Flavian Amphitheater in the ancient town of Puteoli (now Pozzuoli) - with 40,000 spectators in its heyday - stands as the third-largest Roman amphitheater in Italy and its underground areas are possibly the best preserved. Though nothing remains of the minor Augustan age arena, the larger Flavian amphitheater is mostly intact. Flavian Amphitheater of Pozzuoli | Atlas Obscura
11202021 Procida 2022 plans to spread cultural programming, such as contemporary art exhibitions, festivals, and performances, over 300 days to encourage responsible travel throughout the year. In the spotlight as a symbol of the inclusive theme is the island's Palazzo d'Avalos, the former prison and its green space will be reborn as a cultural venue and urban park. 25 amazing journeys for 2022 | National Geographic
11212021 Panel of buyers had the chance to taste through the premium range of white and red wines - their complexity -  from Donna Elvira vineyards, a family owned independent producer, perched high up in the unique growing area of Irpinia, blessed with volcanic soils from Mount Vesuvius. Donna Elvira Campania Debate: Buyers assess its red and white wines |  The Buyer
11222021 The elegant and sophisticated Ravello (home of the famed Festival) boasts its Duomo, as well as the gorgeous Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo, a mixture of different styles and periods surrounded by charming terraces. Salerno | Italia.it
11232021 The first major excavations in decades shed light on how ordinary citizens shopped and snacked—and where slaves slept. About a third of the ancient city has yet to be excavated, however; the consensus among scholars is that this remainder should be left for future archeologists, and their presumably more sophisticated technologies. Pompeii Still Has Buried Secrets | The New Yorker
11242021 Every town, city and country has its heroes, who are hassled for pictures and signatures on the streets, and have difficulty living a typical, day-to-day life. No man has suffered that burden more than Diego Maradona in Naples. But the relationship between man and city transcended football. The Argentinian superstar became an adopted Neapolitan. Diego Maradona: The hand-picked God who gave a voice to the downtrodden people of Naples | 90min
11252021 The late Diego Maradona was a man beloved by his fellow Argentines – and Pope Francis is seemingly no exception. “On the pitch he was a poet, a great champion who gave joy to millions of people, in Argentina as in Naples. Pope Francis: Maradona was a poet, a great champion and a very fragile man | GOAL Italia
11262021 Traditions remain unique to the city of Naples: the ‘caffé sospeso,’ a cup of coffee paid in advance anonymously for another customer; the ‘caffé di ginocchio’, a practice that spread between 1800 and 1900, when the barista roasted used grounds again in order to sell the coffee at a reduced price to those who couldn't afford it; and ‘il caffè della consolazione,’ when neighbors and relatives give coffee as a way to comfort someone after a loss. Battle of the Espresso: Is It an Italian or a Neapolitan Tradition? | Italy Magazine
11272021 A dream for hikers, with the dense forests undulating their way right up to the sea. You’ll find luminous grottoes, abandoned ghost villages, dramatic waterfalls and age-old ruins, all surrounded by 1,800 plant species. For a bird’s eye view, head to Trentinara and ride the Cilento in Volo zipline, which reaches speeds of 75mph (120km/h). 7 reasons to visit secret Cilento | Love Exploring
11282021 The presentation of Christmas tree at The Met. A vivid eighteenth-century Neapolitan Nativity scene, surrounded by an abundant array of lifelike figures with silk-robed angels hovering above. The scene describes in detail the Mediterranean harbor town's multicultural population. Christmas Tree and Neapolitan Baroque Crèche | Metropolitan Museum of Art
11292021 FIFA President Gianni Infantino was in Naples today to attend an emotional tribute organised by Napoli in honour of Diego Armando Maradona. “His phenomenal talent and his amazing achievements on the pitch will always be an essential part of football history." FIFA President attends Napoli tribute to Maradona | FIFA.com
11302021 Even though the depths of December, Southern Italy still boasts a mild climate and 110 hours of sunshine. And its brightest jewel is the Amalfi Coast and Naples, with its ancient architecture shaped by the area’s dramatic topography – think vertical towns, hairpin-bend roads and funicular railways. 5 striking homes for sale in Naples and the Amalfi coast | The Spaces
11022021 While her husband flies from Rome to Glasgow for Cop26, Jill Biden stops in Naples to visit a middle and high school in the US military base. In the gymnasium, decorated with green and white insignia by the Napoli Wildcats, the school team, the choir and the jazz band welcome them, urged by the professor: “We must show the spirit of Naples”. “My grandmother used to hang spaghetti in the kitchen” | Corriere.it - AwsforWp

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

SEA VIEWS, SUNSHINE AND BAY VISTAS Even though the depths of December, Southern Italy still boasts a mild climate and 110 hours of sunshine. And its brightest jewel is the Amalfi Coast and Naples, with its ancient architecture shaped by the area’s dramatic topography – think vertical towns, hairpin-bend roads and funicular railways. 5 striking homes for sale in Naples and the Amalfi coast | The Spaces



Monday, November 29, 2021

"DIEGO MADE ALL UF US AROUND HIM GREAT" FIFA President Gianni Infantino was in Naples today to attend an emotional tribute organised by Napoli in honour of Diego Armando Maradona. “His phenomenal talent and his amazing achievements on the pitch will always be an essential part of football history." FIFA President attends Napoli tribute to Maradona | FIFA.com






Sunday, November 28, 2021

A LONGSTANDING HOLIDAY TRADITION The presentation of Christmas tree at The Met. A vivid eighteenth-century Neapolitan Nativity scene, surrounded by an abundant array of lifelike figures with silk-robed angels hovering above. The scene describes in detail the Mediterranean harbor town's multicultural population. Christmas Tree and Neapolitan Baroque Crèche | Metropolitan Museum of Art



Saturday, November 27, 2021

BIRD'S EYE VIEW CILENTO NATIONAL PARK A dream for hikers, with the dense forests undulating their way right up to the sea. You’ll find luminous grottoes, abandoned ghost villages, dramatic waterfalls and age-old ruins, all surrounded by 1,800 plant species. For a bird’s eye view, head to Trentinara and ride the Cilento in Volo zipline, which reaches speeds of 75mph (120km/h). 7 reasons to visit secret Cilento | Love Exploring



Friday, November 26, 2021

 THE PECULIAR SOCIAL HABITS DEVELOPED AROUND COFFEE Traditions remain unique to the city of Naples: the ‘caffé sospeso,’ a cup of coffee paid in advance anonymously for another customer; the ‘caffé di ginocchio’, a practice that spread between 1800 and 1900, when the barista roasted used grounds again in order to sell the coffee at a reduced price to those who couldn't afford it; and ‘il caffè della consolazione,’ when neighbors and relatives give coffee as a way to comfort someone after a loss. Battle of the Espresso: Is It an Italian or a Neapolitan Tradition? | Italy Magazine



Thursday, November 25, 2021

 THE IGLESIA MARADONIANA - THE CHURCH OF MARADONA The late Diego Maradona was a man beloved by his fellow Argentines – and Pope Francis is seemingly no exception. “On the pitch he was a poet, a great champion who gave joy to millions of people, in Argentina as in Naples. Pope Francis: Maradona was a poet, a great champion and a very fragile man | GOAL Italia



Wednesday, November 24, 2021

 ONLY FOR THE TRULY DIVINE Every town, city and country has its heroes, who are hassled for pictures and signatures on the streets, and have difficulty living a typical, day-to-day life. No man has suffered that burden more than Diego Maradona in Naples. But the relationship between man and city transcended football. The Argentinian superstar became an adopted Neapolitan. Diego Maradona: The hand-picked God who gave a voice to the downtrodden people of Naples | 90min



Tuesday, November 23, 2021

 A RARE INSIGHT INTO POMPEIAN LIFE The first major excavations in decades shed light on how ordinary citizens shopped and snacked—and where slaves slept. About a third of the ancient city has yet to be excavated, however; the consensus among scholars is that this remainder should be left for future archeologists, and their presumably more sophisticated technologies. Pompeii Still Has Buried Secrets | The New Yorker



Monday, November 22, 2021

ENIT PROMOTION WITH RAVELLO PHOTO COVER The elegant and sophisticated Ravello (home of the famed Festival) boasts its Duomo, as well as the gorgeous Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo, a mixture of different styles and periods surrounded by charming terraces. Salerno | Italia.it



Sunday, November 21, 2021

WINES FROM CAMPANIA & WHY THEY WORK SO WELL WITH SOMMELIERS Panel of buyers had the chance to taste through the premium range of white and red wines - their complexity -  from Donna Elvira vineyards, a family owned independent producer, perched high up in the unique growing area of Irpinia, blessed with volcanic soils from Mount Vesuvius. Donna Elvira Campania Debate: Buyers assess its red and white wines |  The Buyer



Saturday, November 20, 2021

CULTURE DOES NOT ISOLATE Procida 2022 plans to spread cultural programming, such as contemporary art exhibitions, festivals, and performances, over 300 days to encourage responsible travel throughout the year. In the spotlight as a symbol of the inclusive theme is the island's Palazzo d'Avalos, the former prison and its green space will be reborn as a cultural venue and urban park. 25 amazing journeys for 2022 | National Geographic



Friday, November 19, 2021

THE ONLY CITY OUTSIDE OF ROME TO HAVE TWO AMPHITHEATERS The Flavian Amphitheater in the ancient town of Puteoli (now Pozzuoli) - with 40,000 spectators in its heyday - stands as the third-largest Roman amphitheater in Italy and its underground areas are possibly the best preserved. Though nothing remains of the minor Augustan age arena, the larger Flavian amphitheater is mostly intact. Flavian Amphitheater of Pozzuoli | Atlas Obscura



Thursday, November 18, 2021

EVENT & WEDDING PLANNERS MOVED TO ISCHIA Proposed as a new destination for events and travel, thanks to its thermal, historical and cultural heritage. The stay was organized under the aegis of Ischia Is More, a promotional consortium of entrepreneurs, managers and tour operators, as well as with the contribution of  Foraday, and a visit to the Ravino Gardens, famous for their succulent plants. Event and Wedding Planners Scout New Jewels of Central-Southern Italy | Focus on Travel News



Wednesday, November 17, 2021

 LE TIERS-MONDE EN EUROPE ? “While all the cities of Europe are transformed, Naples remains perched on its clichés, which are also its charm.“ The journalist explains that Naples for the French is not only a tourist destination of excellence, but the idealtype of the true southern city. “They will never change” the French in Le Figaro | Reutir

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

 AMERICAN RAPPER AT THE HOTEL LA SCALINATELLA IN CAPRI The 2022 Pirelli Calendar by Bryan Adams aims to capture the atmosphere for an artist in tour. Saweetie photo shoot showcased her innate style, capturing the singer and fashion icon in two outfits in the location of the italian island of Capri. Saweetie | Pirelli Calendar 2022



Monday, November 15, 2021

 A CONTEMPARY ART SPACE WHERE WHERE NEW MEETS OLD Here, Renaissance frescoes and industrial architecture serve as the backdrop to cultural and social initiatives designed to feed the body and nourish the soul. Made in Cloister hosts contemporary art exhibitions, live concerts and film screenings, among other events. The New Naples: Discover 5 Experiences You Can’t Miss | Forbes



Sunday, November 14, 2021

FIND YOUR GATEWAY TO THE ARTS IN ITALY Of all the markets, the one you should not miss is the one in Via San Gregorio Armeno in Naples, with its endless shops dedicated to the Christmas Nativity tradition famous all over the world. Here visitors will see top artisans creating, exhibiting and selling the miniature figures that make up the Nativity scene - masterpieces realized through the skills passed down from generation to generation. San Gregorio Armeno: The Christmas Nativity Tradition | Italian Tourism Official Website



Saturday, November 13, 2021

RELAXING TIME IN TERRAZZA Neapolitan pizza is godly — and specific. As per Unesco’s list of intangible cultural heritage, it must be made with certain types of local tomatoes and mozzarella. Once you’ve filled up on carbs, the hillside Hotel Paradiso’s Bay of Naples views will be the perfect digestivo. 24 fantastic foodie breaks in Europe | The Times