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07012022 The Baroque forest around the stone crypt of Saint Matthew’s beneath the Salerno cathedral. My favorite piece though is the tomb of Margaret of Durazzo: much of its original painted surface is intact (most Greek, Roman, and medieval stone sculptures were painted). There’s a lot of fun shopping in the historic center, especially on Via Duomo and Via Dei Mercanti. Stunning Salerno | Tante Belle Cose
07022022 At an elevation of 500 meters, on the mount Epomeo, there’s the winery Crateca. It takes its name from the inactive crater where it lays, a place covered by chestnut and oak trees. The Castagna family has recovered two hectares of vineyard; recovering its terraces one by one; planting a selection of vines with the addition of fruit and olive trees that aid to maintain the quality of the soil. Ischia beyond mass tourism. A cluster of environmental diversity in the Mediterranean Sea | Lampoon Magazine
07032022 Days at San Montano are best spent between the sun loungers, spa and the beach down below. Deep tissue, Ayurvedic and Tibetan massages will do wonders for weary travellers, while couples should opt for the supremely romantic Lemontano Ritual. Hot Hotels: San Montano Resort & Spa, Ischia | Vanity Fair
07042022 This gnocchi dish from Sorrento leans heavily on the local sweet tomatoes and abundant mozzarella (or fior di latte). Sometimes, this dish is called gnocchi filanti alla Sorrentina – Sorrento-style. Filanti means “stringy”, referring to the way the mozzarella melts into long strings – an alluring reminder to eat it while the gnocchi is still hot. Rachel Roddy’s recipe for gnocchi alla Sorrentina | The Guardian
07052022 Swim at Fiordo di Furore! "For a hidden beach experience, look to Fiordo di Furore. Slotted between the cliffs, it’s a narrow cove that’s home to a petite beach area and arched bridge." Head here for the afternoon to sunbathe, dip your toes in the crystal clear waters and snap a photo for the ‘Gram. Everything To Know About The Amalfi Coast, From Where To Stay To What To Wear | The Handbook
07062022 The first contains vast parterres, separated by several avenues bordered with copses of limes, hornbeams and holm oaks. The second part of the park, created by Carlo Vanvitelli, begins at the Margherita fountain. Basins and ponds decorated with statues are distributed along the hillside. Two wide avenues where the imposing waterfall plunges down. Reggia di Caserta | Grandi Giardini Italiani
07072022 Experiences like a visit to Lucio Liguori’s workshop in Raito, waking at dawn to go fishing, lunching at Adolfo in Positano or dinner at Tonino “Bijoux” at the Lido Azzurro in Amalfi where Tonino himself serves you seafood spaghetti. Watching Marco Fusco work his ceramic wonders in Minori or listening to the tales of expert generational gardener and lemon grower, Gaetano Amato. How to experience the Amalfi Coast like a local - Interview with Maurizio Orlacchio, owner of Borgo Santandrea | Usa Today
07082022 Two ancient Greek sites in this part of Southern Italy date back to 550 B.C. The Cilento was a major route for trade and cultural and political interaction during the prehistoric and medieval periods, according to Unesco, which has designated it a world heritage site. There’s also a Carthusian monastery that dates back to 1306, vast seaside views and deep cave systems. 25 Top Destinations for Outdoor Adventurers | TheStreet
07092022 A street market and a food festival promoting products from the South of Italy, and one of the first events from the Capital of Culture calendar. The more the south can supply its own food, the less impact production and transport will have on the climate. Unlike other parts of the Campania region, Procida doesn’t depend on tourism for its cash. The maritime industries of fishing and sailing still dominate the local economy. How this Italian island hopes to become a blueprint for sustainable tourism | The Independent
07102022 “With the gift of their collection to Capodimonte in Naples, Lia and Marcello Rumma are not only entering history, but, beyond that, they are also making history enter Capodimonte; a history which they witnessed and in which they played a role when, at the end of the 1960s with arte povera, Italian art radically entered the contemporary world.” Collector Lia Rumma donates collection to Italian State | Artforum
07112022 Along the way, Marius Kociejowski interviews Neapolitan musicologists, restaurateurs, street musicians, folklorists, artists and puppeteers. Punctilious descriptions of churches, crypts and chapels combine with a sensuous immediacy of detail and an appreciation of the many writers who have immortalised Naples, among them the Romantic poet Giacomo Leopardi, Charles Dickens, Goethe and Curzio Malaparte. Naples will never escape the shadow of Vesuvius | The Spectator
07122022 We love... the contrast of the blue sea vistas and greenery of the park the resort is surrounded by. Plus, the spa’s thermal mud treatments. There’s nowhere better to experience the natural and manmade sites of the island; the views too in all their watery or pinewood glory from each and every one of Punta Molino Beach Resort’s guest rooms and suites. Punta Molino Beach Resort and Thermal SPA | Condé Nast Johansens
07132022 The luxury shopping district in Capri town offers enough stores to meet even the most expensive needs for those prepared to spend a great deal of fortune on luxurious items: the stores of the most prominent Italian and international names of fashion. For those willing to splurge on custom-tailored Capri pants, the best option is La Parisienne on Piazza Umberto I, 7, known for designing the iconic Jackie Kennedy pants style. Shopping In Capri: Where To Go Based On Your Budget | TheTravel
07142022 Arduous places to purchase a home in, the islands can offer property hunters something special. On Capri, perched on pine-clad cliffs you can find a lot more luxury properties thanks to its popularity with wealthy Neapolitans but also more international buyers – at the high end of the market, through Sotheby’s Realty, they predominate. Where to invest on Italy’s islands | The Spectator
07152022 Vincenzo invites his girlfriend Camilla and her friend to spend the summer with him and Furio. Amalfi is gorgeous, and honestly, the movie excels with its showcasing of the alleys, blue seas and beautiful locales of the Italian town. The summer brings new hopes and new relationships to the surface while juggling old ones and seeing their trajectory. Under the Amalfi Sun | IMDb.com
07162022 This Amalfi Coast summer recipe from Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi are made for eating with friends. Look on the Bright Side | Italia!
07172022 This summer will be the first full season introducing villa La Rondinaia to the market of private rentals. A consortium of Italian businessmen purchased the home as a tourist sector investment. The only room they didn’t touch was Vidal’s study, now under lock and key. Now you can spend the night, channel the late author, and wake up to the most enchanted panorama on the Amalfi Coast. In Bed with Gore Vidal | Town & Country
07182022 In the eyes of Travel + Leisure readers, the best islands in the world promise much more than aquamarine waters, dramatic coastlines, and pristine beaches. All are evidence that we are not only enthusiastically exploring again but re-examining what an ideal island experience might entail. Travel + Leisure Announces Its 2022 World's Best Awards Revealing The Top Cities, Islands, Hotels, Cruise Lines, Airlines + More | PR Newswire
07192022 I grew up in Vomero, reached by funicular from the old town. It’s the Hampstead of Naples, and the views of the bay and Vesuvius are wonderful. Walk back into the centre down the Pedamentina di San Martino, a long stone staircase from Sant’Elmo castle, built so the Bourbon rulers’ cavalry could gallop down quickly to quell rebellions. A local’s guide to Naples: pizza, palazzos and dancing under the stars | The Guardian
07202022 The British composer William Walton and his wife had moved to the island of Ischia, just off the coast of Naples, in 1956 (at the time, Ritalin was not a legal medication in Italy). After suffering from heart and lung problems, Sir William Walton died in his wife’s arms at home, at La Mortella Gardens on Ischia in 1983. British composer enlisted Home Office’s help to obtain ‘life-saving medicine’ in Italy | Classic FM
07212022 According to the Luxury Report of Virtuoso, the most important international network of travel agencies, travelers from all over the world have landscapes, cuisine, history, hospitality, our enviable lifestyle, iconic features in their hearts and dreams that stretch of the coast between Positano and Vietri sul Mare. Back to the Amalfi Coast: new hotels, restaurants and pleasures to discover this summer | Travel Where No Man Has Gone Before
07222022 Couples that come here seeking romance to bloom will find it in all its hidden corners. Perhaps in the coastal town of Vico Equense, home to the church of Santa Maria Annunziata, said by many to be one of the most romantic and beautiful places to get married. From its courtyard, couples will enjoy a wonderful view of Vesuvius and the Gulf of Naples. Seductive Italy | Italia.it
07232022 Their color palette of white, gold, and blush was a soft, romantic complement to the landscape. Positano was the ideal place to host their party of just 45 guests. “We wanted the wedding to feel like a family reunion—to personally spend time with each one of our guests and to enjoy the Italian sun, food, and good music." A Picturesque Cliffside Wedding in Positano, Italy | Brides
07242022 In 2011, the Falanghina del Sannio appellation was created. Mustilli remains synonymous with quality Falanghina. The winery makes two still versions fermented in stainless steel: a crisp Falanghina del Sannio and a juicier, fuller-bodied, single-vineyard bottling called Vigna Segreta. Southern Italian Hospitality and Falanghina | Wine Spectator
07252022 To be absolutely certain that you are getting genuine San Marzanos, you should both check for a D.O.P. label from the Italian government and look for an official certification number on the bottom of the can. Another surefire way to spot a fake is to make sure the tomatoes are whole — any diced or pureed products cannot be called San Marzanos by Italian law. The Untold Truth Of San Marzano Tomatoes | Mashed
07262022 The consortium plans to continue efforts to promote their wines not only in Japan but in the Asian Pacific region as well. Libero Rillo added, “Ensuring the excellent quality of the local wines is one of our main goals but the greater picture is contributing to the economic and cultural future of the region”. With such a wealth of wine and history, and a location well situated in the centre of the Italian “boot”, Sannio is poised to be on the map of traveller and wine lover alike. Discovering the wines of Italy’s Sannio region | Japan Today
07272022 Alessandra Ambrosio took her 11.3M Instagram followers along with her, sharing a carousel of snaps from Amalfi, Italy to her profile on Friday. The model, 41, looked sensational in a colourful beach coverup in one snap, which she layered over a bandeau bikini. 'When in Italy': Alessandra Ambrosio teams her sexy olive green bikini with a striped cover-up as she shares a glimpse of her Amalfi getaway | Daily Mail
07282022 Le Sirenuse opens its doors to just 24 guests who have come to push themselves to the ultimate in fitness while enjoying the healthy cuisine and the stunning scenery of the Amalfi coast. The strenuous hiking retreat was inspired by the areas 4,000 foot high cliffs surrounding the iconic hotel property. The hikes are often fast-paced, including long vertical climbs up endless flights of steps. Francesco Sersale Launches A Luxury Hiking Retreat At His Family’s Famed Le Sirenuse Hotel In Positano | Forbes
07292022 Mixed side dishes, at Osteria da Tonino includes garlic roasted potatoes, two kinds of eggplant and grilled zucchini. Paired with a glass of Fiano di Avellino, the appetizer is enough for a light meal. Osteria da Tonino’s classic Naples cuisine comes with century of experience and a street show | Stars and Stripes
07022022 At an elevation of 500 meters, on the mount Epomeo, there’s the winery Crateca. It takes its name from the inactive crater where it lays, a place covered by chestnut and oak trees. The Castagna family has recovered two hectares of vineyard; recovering its terraces one by one; planting a selection of vines with the addition of fruit and olive trees that aid to maintain the quality of the soil. Ischia beyond mass tourism. A cluster of environmental diversity in the Mediterranean Sea | Lampoon Magazine
07032022 Days at San Montano are best spent between the sun loungers, spa and the beach down below. Deep tissue, Ayurvedic and Tibetan massages will do wonders for weary travellers, while couples should opt for the supremely romantic Lemontano Ritual. Hot Hotels: San Montano Resort & Spa, Ischia | Vanity Fair
07042022 This gnocchi dish from Sorrento leans heavily on the local sweet tomatoes and abundant mozzarella (or fior di latte). Sometimes, this dish is called gnocchi filanti alla Sorrentina – Sorrento-style. Filanti means “stringy”, referring to the way the mozzarella melts into long strings – an alluring reminder to eat it while the gnocchi is still hot. Rachel Roddy’s recipe for gnocchi alla Sorrentina | The Guardian
07052022 Swim at Fiordo di Furore! "For a hidden beach experience, look to Fiordo di Furore. Slotted between the cliffs, it’s a narrow cove that’s home to a petite beach area and arched bridge." Head here for the afternoon to sunbathe, dip your toes in the crystal clear waters and snap a photo for the ‘Gram. Everything To Know About The Amalfi Coast, From Where To Stay To What To Wear | The Handbook
07062022 The first contains vast parterres, separated by several avenues bordered with copses of limes, hornbeams and holm oaks. The second part of the park, created by Carlo Vanvitelli, begins at the Margherita fountain. Basins and ponds decorated with statues are distributed along the hillside. Two wide avenues where the imposing waterfall plunges down. Reggia di Caserta | Grandi Giardini Italiani
07072022 Experiences like a visit to Lucio Liguori’s workshop in Raito, waking at dawn to go fishing, lunching at Adolfo in Positano or dinner at Tonino “Bijoux” at the Lido Azzurro in Amalfi where Tonino himself serves you seafood spaghetti. Watching Marco Fusco work his ceramic wonders in Minori or listening to the tales of expert generational gardener and lemon grower, Gaetano Amato. How to experience the Amalfi Coast like a local - Interview with Maurizio Orlacchio, owner of Borgo Santandrea | Usa Today
07082022 Two ancient Greek sites in this part of Southern Italy date back to 550 B.C. The Cilento was a major route for trade and cultural and political interaction during the prehistoric and medieval periods, according to Unesco, which has designated it a world heritage site. There’s also a Carthusian monastery that dates back to 1306, vast seaside views and deep cave systems. 25 Top Destinations for Outdoor Adventurers | TheStreet
07092022 A street market and a food festival promoting products from the South of Italy, and one of the first events from the Capital of Culture calendar. The more the south can supply its own food, the less impact production and transport will have on the climate. Unlike other parts of the Campania region, Procida doesn’t depend on tourism for its cash. The maritime industries of fishing and sailing still dominate the local economy. How this Italian island hopes to become a blueprint for sustainable tourism | The Independent
07102022 “With the gift of their collection to Capodimonte in Naples, Lia and Marcello Rumma are not only entering history, but, beyond that, they are also making history enter Capodimonte; a history which they witnessed and in which they played a role when, at the end of the 1960s with arte povera, Italian art radically entered the contemporary world.” Collector Lia Rumma donates collection to Italian State | Artforum
07112022 Along the way, Marius Kociejowski interviews Neapolitan musicologists, restaurateurs, street musicians, folklorists, artists and puppeteers. Punctilious descriptions of churches, crypts and chapels combine with a sensuous immediacy of detail and an appreciation of the many writers who have immortalised Naples, among them the Romantic poet Giacomo Leopardi, Charles Dickens, Goethe and Curzio Malaparte. Naples will never escape the shadow of Vesuvius | The Spectator
07122022 We love... the contrast of the blue sea vistas and greenery of the park the resort is surrounded by. Plus, the spa’s thermal mud treatments. There’s nowhere better to experience the natural and manmade sites of the island; the views too in all their watery or pinewood glory from each and every one of Punta Molino Beach Resort’s guest rooms and suites. Punta Molino Beach Resort and Thermal SPA | Condé Nast Johansens
07132022 The luxury shopping district in Capri town offers enough stores to meet even the most expensive needs for those prepared to spend a great deal of fortune on luxurious items: the stores of the most prominent Italian and international names of fashion. For those willing to splurge on custom-tailored Capri pants, the best option is La Parisienne on Piazza Umberto I, 7, known for designing the iconic Jackie Kennedy pants style. Shopping In Capri: Where To Go Based On Your Budget | TheTravel
07142022 Arduous places to purchase a home in, the islands can offer property hunters something special. On Capri, perched on pine-clad cliffs you can find a lot more luxury properties thanks to its popularity with wealthy Neapolitans but also more international buyers – at the high end of the market, through Sotheby’s Realty, they predominate. Where to invest on Italy’s islands | The Spectator
07152022 Vincenzo invites his girlfriend Camilla and her friend to spend the summer with him and Furio. Amalfi is gorgeous, and honestly, the movie excels with its showcasing of the alleys, blue seas and beautiful locales of the Italian town. The summer brings new hopes and new relationships to the surface while juggling old ones and seeing their trajectory. Under the Amalfi Sun | IMDb.com
07162022 This Amalfi Coast summer recipe from Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi are made for eating with friends. Look on the Bright Side | Italia!
07172022 This summer will be the first full season introducing villa La Rondinaia to the market of private rentals. A consortium of Italian businessmen purchased the home as a tourist sector investment. The only room they didn’t touch was Vidal’s study, now under lock and key. Now you can spend the night, channel the late author, and wake up to the most enchanted panorama on the Amalfi Coast. In Bed with Gore Vidal | Town & Country
07182022 In the eyes of Travel + Leisure readers, the best islands in the world promise much more than aquamarine waters, dramatic coastlines, and pristine beaches. All are evidence that we are not only enthusiastically exploring again but re-examining what an ideal island experience might entail. Travel + Leisure Announces Its 2022 World's Best Awards Revealing The Top Cities, Islands, Hotels, Cruise Lines, Airlines + More | PR Newswire
07192022 I grew up in Vomero, reached by funicular from the old town. It’s the Hampstead of Naples, and the views of the bay and Vesuvius are wonderful. Walk back into the centre down the Pedamentina di San Martino, a long stone staircase from Sant’Elmo castle, built so the Bourbon rulers’ cavalry could gallop down quickly to quell rebellions. A local’s guide to Naples: pizza, palazzos and dancing under the stars | The Guardian
07202022 The British composer William Walton and his wife had moved to the island of Ischia, just off the coast of Naples, in 1956 (at the time, Ritalin was not a legal medication in Italy). After suffering from heart and lung problems, Sir William Walton died in his wife’s arms at home, at La Mortella Gardens on Ischia in 1983. British composer enlisted Home Office’s help to obtain ‘life-saving medicine’ in Italy | Classic FM
07212022 According to the Luxury Report of Virtuoso, the most important international network of travel agencies, travelers from all over the world have landscapes, cuisine, history, hospitality, our enviable lifestyle, iconic features in their hearts and dreams that stretch of the coast between Positano and Vietri sul Mare. Back to the Amalfi Coast: new hotels, restaurants and pleasures to discover this summer | Travel Where No Man Has Gone Before
07222022 Couples that come here seeking romance to bloom will find it in all its hidden corners. Perhaps in the coastal town of Vico Equense, home to the church of Santa Maria Annunziata, said by many to be one of the most romantic and beautiful places to get married. From its courtyard, couples will enjoy a wonderful view of Vesuvius and the Gulf of Naples. Seductive Italy | Italia.it
07232022 Their color palette of white, gold, and blush was a soft, romantic complement to the landscape. Positano was the ideal place to host their party of just 45 guests. “We wanted the wedding to feel like a family reunion—to personally spend time with each one of our guests and to enjoy the Italian sun, food, and good music." A Picturesque Cliffside Wedding in Positano, Italy | Brides
07242022 In 2011, the Falanghina del Sannio appellation was created. Mustilli remains synonymous with quality Falanghina. The winery makes two still versions fermented in stainless steel: a crisp Falanghina del Sannio and a juicier, fuller-bodied, single-vineyard bottling called Vigna Segreta. Southern Italian Hospitality and Falanghina | Wine Spectator
07252022 To be absolutely certain that you are getting genuine San Marzanos, you should both check for a D.O.P. label from the Italian government and look for an official certification number on the bottom of the can. Another surefire way to spot a fake is to make sure the tomatoes are whole — any diced or pureed products cannot be called San Marzanos by Italian law. The Untold Truth Of San Marzano Tomatoes | Mashed
07262022 The consortium plans to continue efforts to promote their wines not only in Japan but in the Asian Pacific region as well. Libero Rillo added, “Ensuring the excellent quality of the local wines is one of our main goals but the greater picture is contributing to the economic and cultural future of the region”. With such a wealth of wine and history, and a location well situated in the centre of the Italian “boot”, Sannio is poised to be on the map of traveller and wine lover alike. Discovering the wines of Italy’s Sannio region | Japan Today
07272022 Alessandra Ambrosio took her 11.3M Instagram followers along with her, sharing a carousel of snaps from Amalfi, Italy to her profile on Friday. The model, 41, looked sensational in a colourful beach coverup in one snap, which she layered over a bandeau bikini. 'When in Italy': Alessandra Ambrosio teams her sexy olive green bikini with a striped cover-up as she shares a glimpse of her Amalfi getaway | Daily Mail
07282022 Le Sirenuse opens its doors to just 24 guests who have come to push themselves to the ultimate in fitness while enjoying the healthy cuisine and the stunning scenery of the Amalfi coast. The strenuous hiking retreat was inspired by the areas 4,000 foot high cliffs surrounding the iconic hotel property. The hikes are often fast-paced, including long vertical climbs up endless flights of steps. Francesco Sersale Launches A Luxury Hiking Retreat At His Family’s Famed Le Sirenuse Hotel In Positano | Forbes
07292022 Mixed side dishes, at Osteria da Tonino includes garlic roasted potatoes, two kinds of eggplant and grilled zucchini. Paired with a glass of Fiano di Avellino, the appetizer is enough for a light meal. Osteria da Tonino’s classic Naples cuisine comes with century of experience and a street show | Stars and Stripes
07302022 The 52-year-old singer and actress was spotted grabbing lunch in Capri, Italy with her team wearing a timeless white dress. J.Lo is on the gorgeous Italian island — which has recently hosted a myriad of stars — for an upcoming charity gala called LuisaViaRoma for UNICEF that will raise money for the people of Ukraine, per Variety. Jennifer Lopez Looks Like A Bride As She Rocks A White Dress For Lunch In Capri: Photos | Hollywood Life
07312022 A family vacation may not be the first thing that springs to mind when picturing the ruins of Pompeii, the romance of Sorrento, or the glamour of the Amalfi Coast. Once Upon a Time in Italy | Travel + Leisure
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