ROOFTOP TINY HOME WITH A HOT TUB AND CITY VIEWS From its stunning architecture to its vibrant culture and incredible cuisine, Naples is a must-visit destination for any traveler. The city boasts an array of cultural attractions, including ancient ruins, art galleries, and museums. With its Mediterranean climate, Naples is a great spot for outdoor activities such as sightseeing, swimming, and kayaking. These Naples Airbnbs vacation rentals put you close to the best of the city. The Most Picturesque Airbnbs in Naples To Experience Italy's Quaintest City | Matador Network

SUNBATHING, AND SWIMMING IN THE TURQUOISE WATERS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN On our last full day on the island, we discovered the best way to avoid the crowds and see the island’s natural beauty: circumnavigate it by boat. When planning the trip, I contacted one of my most trusted tour operators. He arranged for us to hop aboard a boat for a private tour of Capri’s grottoes with a guide, who was full of entertaining stories. We paused to gaze at the people waiting for hours to get into the famed Blue Grotto. Instead, we sailed over to a secluded grotto and dove into the sea. As we sailed around the island, Fausto pointed out sights like the lighthouse, the exclusive beach club La Fontelina, and Villa Malaparte. This Gorgeous Island Is One Of The Best Italian Summer Destinations — With 2 New Luxury Hotels And Great Crowd-Free Activities | Travel + Leisure

"SORRENTO IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO HAVE NO PLANS AND DO NOTHING" As you amble through the lush greenery and descend the steps to the main building of the grand hotel, a feeling of serene tranquility comes over you—it’s like vacation has officially begun. One of the best things about Sorrento is that you can make your vacation into whatever kind of trip you want. Yes, you can fill your days with sightseeing, including booking a trip to historical spots like Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii, or perhaps embark on a day jaunt to the islands. A private elevator on the terrace allows guests to come and go straight to the port at any time. Why Sorrento’s Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria Is the Ultimate Enchanting Italian Getaway | Observer

FRAGMENTED SCULPTURES HAVE TOUCHED DOWN ON THE AMALFI COAST Four of his Travelers are displayed on the waterfront, with the stunning Amalfi landscape filtering through their fractured bodies. Bruno Catalano feels a strong kinship with these voyagers, who walk with suitcases in hand. "Suitcases full of memories contain not only images but also life, my desires: my origins on the move.” Through the fragmented parts of their bodies, the artist allows these voyagers to become part of the location, giving them new memories to place in their suitcases. Sculptures of Fragmented Travelers Find Their Home on the Amalfi Coast | My Modern Met

SERVING SOME OF THE FRESHEST CATCHES YOU'LL EVER HAVE! Procida has always been full of trattorias serving some of the freshest catches you'll ever have. Friggitorie, the Italian equivalent to an English chippy, are a staple of the Neapolitan culinary landscape. Assafà has taken this tradition and added modern flair: their battered fried anchovies and their fresh, raw fish options are always stellar. Note that Assafà is takeaway only; so take your cone of fried fish with mayonnaise and lemon over to the fountain in the piazza, or order a glass of wine to pair with your meal. Things to do in Procida, Italy's lesser-known island paradise | House & Garden

"SO, I THINK I FOUND PARADISE IN ITALY." There's a little-known gem that has a swimming pool with sea views, and the secluded spot has been described as "heaven" by visitors. Taking to TikTok - nataliealysa on the social media platform - posted a video detailing her day spent at the quiet seaside spot. Both the pool and the sunbeds overlook the crystal-clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The secluded spot is part of Hotel Club Scannella on the southern side of the island of Ischia. The hidden European gem with stunning pool and sea views – and people say it is ‘heaven’ | The U.S. Sun

NAPLES HAS UNDERGONE AN ARTISTIC RENAISSANCE OF LATE The southern Italian city has recently seen a remarkable transformation from sleepy port town into a premiere cultural destination—not unlike glorious Rome or fashionable Milan higher up the boot. Ambling through the vibrant city streets, one can feel Naples’ artistic regeneration at every turn. Galleries, museums, and art foundations have popped up everywhere, showcasing a wide range of artistic output, from antiquities to contemporary art. Art Shines in Naples, Italy, This Summer. Here's an Insider's Guide to the Fabled City's Attractions and Diversions | artnet

THE NEW "I NAPULITANGLO" COLLECTION FOR FALL 2023 HAS ARRIVED IN STORES Discover what hides behind the scenes of our sartorial brands on a journey to the tailor's workshops in Naples where patterns are cut and every buttonhole is sewn by hand. Isaia - The brand's success is due to its ability to reinterpret the concept of history. While constantly renewing the style, Isaia continues to combine tradition with innovation. They do this by complementing the sartorial culture of needle and thread with cutting-edge technologies. La Storia Sartoriale - Isaia | World of OGÉR

I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM, WE ALL SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM Vico Equense is the door that welcomes you to the Sorrento peninsula. It has a thriving culinary scene with the likes of Chef Peppe Guida and Chef Gennaro Esposito as well as being the birthplace of Pizza a Metro. Located in the centre of Vico Equense, this is the destination to visit for a sweet pit-stop. Opened 70 years ago by Gabriele Cuomo, it is renowned throughout Italy as one of the best ice cream stores. However this store is not limited to creamy goodness, there is also a fair share of cheese, cakes and liqueurs. Summer Escape To The Sorrento Peninsula | The Italy Insider

HOW TO CLEAN A NUMBER OF LARGE COLOURFUL FRESCOES IN POMPEII The restoration experts carefully retouched the painted areas of the Pompeii fresco that had been degraded over time, and damaged areas were cleaned with a special laser. At the archaeological park the laser cleaning process is called photoablation, which gets rid of the black marks. This is part of restoration work that will use lasers instead of mechanical or chemical cleaning. The laser vaporises dirt and protective layers left during previous restorations. Restoration of Roman frescoes, Pompeii | Science Photo Library (SPL)

"THE GRAND HOTEL DE LONDRES MUST ONCE AGAIN DOMINATE THE HOTEL ACCOMODATION SCENE IN NAPLES" The square could become the institutional and tourist fulcrum of a capital of international tourism. In recent months, the president of Confindustria Napoli he had sent a letter to the government, requesting that the Grand Hotel de Londres "return to being a hotel". The appeal of received the support of the Naples mayor, and the support and the sprint of the Minister for Tourism. This prestigious building - first example of Art Nouveau architecture in the shadow of Vesuvius - would mark an important point for the related industries of Naples overlooking the port. You Go Back To Being A Hotel | Italy 24 Press News

CARUSO IS FINALLY BEING CELEBRATED BY HIS HOMETOWN OF NAPLES WITH A MUSEUM Tenor Enrico Caruso represented Italian opera to the rest of the world, with his prolific recordings at the advent of the gramophone industry. His international career are the focus of a small museum housed within the Naples' Palazzo Reale. The multimedia exhibits of the "Museo Caruso" bring to life the extraordinary talent and marketing savvy of the singer, whose voice was described as "magical". The collection includes recordings, film footage, playbills and photographs. Naples fetes Italy's great tenor Caruso with new museum | France 24

EXPECT LOVELY BEACHES, ADRENALIN-FILLED ADVENTURES AND CUTE STAYS This two-square-mile gem remains comparatively low-key and glitz-free, with its quaint fishing villages and cobbled streets lined in pastel houses. The island of Procida has got beauty and atmosphere in abundance. Head for a dip at Pozzo Vecchio beach, wander around the old port of Marina Corricella, join the daytripping Neapolitans feasting on seafood. And at the boutique hotel Insula is where to stay. 8 beautiful European islands you’ve never heard of | Evening Standard

A REFRESHING DIP IN THE SEA OR A RELAXING AFTERNOON POOLSIDE You can take a ferry along the coast from Naples, Sorrento, and travel easily to Salerno and Positano, while visiting all of the towns in between. The new CEO for Tablet Hotels explains the selection of this years top rated hotels on the Amalfi Coast. “It’s the rare traditional-style hotel that really gets us going, but the Santa Caterina is an absolute classic. It sits high on a hillside facing the sea and the town of Amalfi — guests ride an elevator down to the hotel’s private beach.” From Sorrento To Positano, These Are The Top 17 Hotels On The Amalfi Coast According To Tablet Hotels | Forbes

SUMMERING ON THE MEDITERRANEAN, A FANTASY SINCE THE GOLDEN AGE OF TRAVEL A favorite destination for Italians, the island of Ischia came on our radar after the reopening of one very special hotel, Mezzatorre. The secluded hotel hugs the sea, overlooking an aquamarine bay dotted with yachts, offer inviting corners to unwind and absorb the Mediterranean ambiance. We especially loved Giardino Eden for lunch, and the food was gorgeous – fresh from the sea. Near the port, we loved window shopping along Corso Vittoria Colonnia, grabbing coffee at Calise, and gelato and negronis at La Dolce Sosta. A long weekend in Ischia, Italy | Stacie Flinner

MEATBALLS WITH RAGÙ SAUCE, SERVED AT THE OSTERIA DELLA MATTONELLA In Naples a succession of time-honored dishes: fried eggplant, fried zucchini, fried rice balls, myriad meatballs and ziti under generous ladles of thick, tomato-beef Neapolitan ragù. The seafood offerings are equally worthy. For a coda, you can balance salty with sweet thanks to a sticky baba au rhum. History suffuses this family-run restaurant tucked into the tight grid of streets that forms the working-class Quartieri Spagnoli district. 5 Restaurants in Naples Where You Can Forget About Pizza | The New York Times

A LOVE LETTER TO THE BEAUTY THAT LIES IN LOOKING, AND LOOKING CAREFULLY When photographer Sam Wright arrived in Naples for the first time last summer, he walked the same 10-kilometre route around the city. The journey took him through the streets, its markets and down to the beaches of Saint Lucia. In the Posillipo quarter, Sam watched as teenagers launched themselves off the jagged rocks of historic ruins into the crystal clear waters. "Your senses are constantly engaged; whether the chaos and theatre of street life, the calming noise of the Tyrrhenian Sea.” Heady summer photographs of bare skin and sea in Naples | i-D Magazine

LA DIVINA COSTIERA AMALFITANA Dozens of users on a social media called influencer Lexi Jordan out for not doing her research before traveling to Italy. The Amalfi Coast is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy, with some 5 million people visiting each year, per a travel guide by U.S. News & World Report. The hashtag amalficoast has over a billion views on TikTok, with tourists posting videos of their travels there nearly every day. An American tourist who said traveling to the Amalfi Coast in Italy was 'literal manual labor' is getting roasted on TikTok for not doing her research | Insider

LEARN MORE ABOUT PIZZA NAPOLETANA Cooked in a traditional wood-fired oven, offers a testament to Naples' enduring pizza legacy. Carefully crafted with San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, and local olive oil. An integral part of Neapolitan culinary and cultural heritage. Commitment to authenticity and the unparalleled taste a must on every foodie's itinerary. 150 Most Legendary Restaurants in the World & Their Iconic Dishes | TasteAtlas

ALONG THE COAST OF CAMPANIA, CILENTO AND VALLO DI DIANO NATIONAL PARK Includes the ancient Roman cities of Paestum and Velia, the northern boundary of the Greek colonies of Magna Graecia. Italy’s second largest park was inscribed as a UNESCO site for its “outstanding cultural landscape... groups of sanctuaries and settlements along its three east–west mountain ridges." From the peaks of the Alburni Mountains to the beaches along the southeastern coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Preserving Italy’s Natural Beauty | La Gazzetta Italiana

STARTING NEXT SUNDAY, THE FRECCIAROSSA TO POMPEII "The Roma-Pompeii train line is going to be a total game changer. Door-to-door Roma-Pompeii and back with comfort, efficiency, and no worries." The venture includes the addition of a new train station and transportation hub near the archaeological park of Pompeii; construction is scheduled to start this summer and conclude in 2024. It will be built on an existing railroad line that connects Rome (and its Fiumicino Airport) to Naples and Salerno. It’s being funded by the Great Pompeii Project, an initiative spearheaded by the European Union. A New High-Speed Train Will Connect These 2 Iconic Italy Destinations Directly | AFAR

THE SSC NAPOLI CLUB'S STRONG BOND WITH THE CITY OF NAPLES Napoli, in collaboration with EA7, are unveiling their new Home and Away kits for the 2023/24 season. New front shirt sponsor and Main Global Partner: MSC. "From Napoli to the World" is the perfect expression of the two brands’ objectives, which have Naples as their main point of reference and for years have reached the ports and hearts of millions of people around the world. The second important sponsorship news concerns the sleeve of the new matchday soccer jerseys, where the eBay logo will now be present. A New 3ra. From Napoli To The World. | SSC Napoli

THE BOOM IN TOURISM IS 'UNBELIEVABLE' It’s something Mariella Avino, owner and managing director of a five-star hotel in Ravello, knows all too well. "Last was a record year for us, and now for 2023, we’re already ahead of what we did last year.” The scene isn’t much different in another of Italy’s most popular seaside destinations: Capri, surrounded by sparkling blue waters and embodying an inherent luxury for centuries. Similarly, other resort spots, including Sorrento and Positano, are experiencing more tourists than ever; the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, is fully booked for large portions of the season. La Dolce Vita: Inside Italy’s Record-Breaking Summer Travel Boom | Observer

THE MED(EAT)ERRANEAN Beach bars, Neapolitan pizzerias, and some serious dinner-with-a-view spots on this vast, idyllic island. Use this guide to eat and drink your way across this laid-back, island of Ischia. Menus at both rustic family-run trattorias and elegant restaurants showcase sun-ripened tomatoes, aromatic basil, fragrant lemons, and local olive oil, plus specialties like coniglio all’Ischitana, a stewed rabbit dish that, in true Ischia fashion, takes at least 24 hours to make. The 14 Best Restaurants In Ischia 2023  | The Infatuation

SOLD THE VILLA WHERE 'LADY CHATTERLEY'S LOVER' WAS PENNED Villa of the Four Winds, on the island of Capri, has just sold for an undisclosed sum. The property, nestled among the sheer slopes of Mount Solaro, boasts panoramic views of the Bay of Naples. With its 2,690 square feet across two floors, the villa features marble floors, vaulted ceilings, citrus and olive orchards, and a tiled outbuilding used as a spa. According to the real estate firm Lionard, Four Winds was frequented by artists including Joseph Beuys and Cy Twombly. The De Sica Family’s Storied Villa in Capri, Frequented by Artistic Luminaries From Cy Twombly to D. H. Lawrence, Has Found a Buyer | artnet

THE EPHEMERAL, THE IMPERMANENT Naples, Italy - Eva Fabbris, newly appointed director of the Madre museum, announce the retrospective dedicated to the artist Kazuko Miyamoto (Tokyo, 1942, lives and works in New York) with which the new three-year programme will be inaugurated. The Japanese artist approached the minimalist language, which she appropriated through the idea of materialising lines and graphemes in installations made of string, vibrantly optical and tactile, until achieving an almost organic form. She was part of the group who organised the first exhibition space dedicated to women artists. Kazuko Miyamoto - Madre Museum | e-Flux, Inc.

"I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEW SEASON TO COME" OSIMHEN SAID IN AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW The 24-year-old scored 26 goals to propel SSC Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years. He was named the Serie A striker of the year, leading to his 120 million euros valuation by Transfermarkt, the highest-valued player in Serie A history. At Naples, he has become a cult hero; his mask is now a totem for the fans. And artists have painted his face on several buildings across the city. “Now I’m addicted to trophies” – Victor Osimhen declares as record-breaking Nigerian wants to add Champions League to Scudetto haul | Soccernet.ng

CAMPANIAN CUISINE RECIPES PROPOSED THROUGH THE USE OF KOSHER PRODUCTS Foods that follow the rules of Jewish tradition, to get an emotional blend at the table. You will find a menu dedicated to Shabbat. The brand new Capri Kosher restaurant just launched and is located just 1 minute from the wonderful Piazzetta – the bustling square is the center of Capri, the focal point of island life. The kosher restaurant is located inside a historic building asking you to discover new flavors from its menu. New Restaurant in Italy, Capri Kosher, Open Daily + Shabbat Meals | YeahThatsKosher

URBAN REGENERATION IN CILENTO THROUGH CONTEMPORARY ART The Morra foundation opens a new chapter of its activities in the historical Palazzo Morone entrusted to them by the Caggiano commune. Developing the "diffused museum" concept in the progressive idea of an "extended" museum, by fostering social and educational activities that stimulate the potential of the place through contemporary art and a network of international collaborators. The first stage dedicated to the legacy of an exceptional multidisciplinary artist - Vettor Pisani (1937-2011). In the following years, in the form of summer schools, performative and laboratorial events inspired by the Living Theatre achievements. Collezione Vettor Pisani | Fondazione Morra

THE BIANCOLELLA BY A FAMILY WINEMAKERS IN ISCHIA Tommasone has 16.5 hectares of vineyards, the properties are spread out in 14 small properties in the island of Ischia. Obtained from 100% Biancolella grapes cultivated at different vineyards at an average height of 150 to 300 meters above sea level and harvested at the perfect state of ripeness. Straw yellow in color with a flower-forward nose, notes of yellow peaches, citrus fruits, blush and saltiness while on the mouth, the crisp acidity is pronounced with long saline finish. Cantine Tommasone: family tradition of winemaking since 1870 in the Italian island of Ischia | Apron and Sneakers

AN ETRUSCAN-CAMPANIAN WARRIOR SCENE In the necropolis of Pontecagnano, where more than 10,000 burials have already been found, a painted tomb with a travertine block structure and a double-sloping roof has come to light. The deceased buried "among the Italic elites of the late 4th century BCE" in the tomb, the Superintendency points out, had no grave goods but wore a gold foil crown of which some fragments are preserved. Artifacts from the ancient Etruscan-Campanian site near the city are collected at the National Archaeological Museum. Rare painted tomb discovered in Pontecagnano necropolis near Salerno, Italy | Finestre sull'Arte

JUNE 2023

A RENASSANCE WINDOW
TO CAMPANIA'S WINES

06012023 There are many wine territories in Campania: that is those “Campania Stories” that give the name to an event in Irpinia for the presentation of the new vintages of wines produced, with 90 wineries from all over the Region. After the tastings, the review in the historic centre of Gesualdo, one of the “most beautiful villages in Italy”, with its castle, was sponsored by the Municipality. The castle was the home and seat of Prince Carlo Gesualdo’s musical court, one of the most illustrious madrigalists of all time. From Irpinia to Sannio, from Campi Flegrei to Vesuvius, here are the “Campania Stories” | Wine Stories

06022023 The Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is the perfect place to soak up the romance and mystique of Sorrento, which is just outside the decorative gates of the hotel. With its wisteria-clad arches, pretty jasmine terraces, shady nooks and al fresco dining. Do book one of the sea-facing rooms or suites at the hotel.  Guests have a choice of three dining experiences The Vittoria Bar, meanwhile, must be one of the atmospheric terraces for aperitivos, anywhere in Italy. 4 Hotels With Fabulous Gardens | The Gloss Magazine
06032023 Cultural and heritage researcher Arianna Traviglia uses robotic technology to painstakingly reconstruct 2,000-year-old mural paintings in the Archaeological Park. These are a type of mural painting on wet plaster. The project is called RePAIR. Pompeii contains thousands of fresco fragments, and it is close to impossible for a human to reconstruct all the irregular shards into big, meaningful paintings. Technology now allows us to reassemble them from myriad pieces: the robot we use is equipped with two soft humanoid arms, high-definition scanners, cameras and 3D digital-recognition software. I use a robot to restore Pompeii’s shattered frescoes | Nature
06042023 NAPOLI, NAPOLI, NAPOLI captures ’a day in Naples’, a sunrise-to-sunset excursion that meditates on classicism, the cathartic power of the sea, and the unique influence of the ancient landscape. Photographer’s camera does not just hold a mirror to the beauty of Naples, rather, it asks its subjects to see themselves as participating in a process where beauty is continuous with social rhythms that span childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age. 'The book is for the friends I have made over the years in Naples who have generously shared their home with me.’ Brett Lloyd: Special Edition | Morel Books
06052023 Oscar-winning director Gabriele Salvatores is back behind the camera on “Napoli – New York,” a period immigration drama based on a story written for the screen by Federico Fellini. Fellini co-wrote the tale of two Neapolitan kids who embark on a ship to New York to escape Italy’s early postwar poverty with his frequent collaborator Tullio Pinelli. Italian A-lister Pierfrancesco Favino stars as the chief officer of the ship which the two kids, manage to board surreptitiously in the port of Naples, becoming clandestine passengers. The youngsters are on a mission to reach New York. Oscar-Winner Gabriele Salvatores Shooting ‘Napoli – New York’ From a Federico Fellini Treatment – First Look Image (EXCLUSIVE) | Variety
06062023 Last month the first museum dedicated to his artwork opened in Naples, drawing more than 5,000 visitors in one day. Jago says he has remained faithful to the sculptural techniques of Italian Renaissance artists. “First I start from a drawing, which I then transform into a small clay model,” he said. Once he has a shape for his statue he pours in plaster in liquid form. Then he makes a copy in marble. Italy’s ‘new Michelangelo’ bringing sculpture into 21st century | The Guardian
06072023 An unprecedented partnership that will allow dozens of major masterpieces from Naples to be exhibited at the French capital’s most iconic museum over the next seven months. Unique insight into Italian painting from the 15th to the 17th century. Through the collaboration, around 60 masterpieces from the Neapolitan museum will be put on display at three different places in the Louvre. Paris’ Louvre to host masterpieces from Naples museum over next 7 months | La Prensa Latina Media
06082023 After strolling across the seabridge that leads to a rocky islet, you walk through a tunnel to a two-person elevator that slowly inches you 113 metres above the sea. Arriving at Castello Aragonese on the island of Ischia, you locate the private entry to a 21-room hotel with a restaurant, cafe and secluded private gardens. A former convent, Albergo Il Monastero it’s far from austere. Meticulously restored, the albergo features contemporary furniture, lighting and art that bring a chic Mediterranean aesthetic to every space. A fairytale stay in an Italian castle | The Sydney Morning Herald
06092023 The Castello di Rocca Cilento offers enchanting views of the Mediterranean on an especially picturesque stretch of coastline that includes much of Cilento (a mountainous area within the region of Campania) and the Vallo di Diano National Park. The suites, located in the manor house, are refined retreats where antique pieces blend with contemporary luxuries. This charming boutique hotel, immersed in unspoilt nature but at the same time just a few minutes from the coast and the blue sea, offers a stunning setting for a wedding. The restaurant inside the castle provides a world-class gourmet experience. 17 of the most beautiful places to get married in Italy | Architectural Digest
06102023 The Italian island, long in the shadow of its fashionable neighbor is newly chic, but remains deeply authentic, with rocky harbors more likely to dock fishing boats than megayachts. Ischia is one of a trio of islands (known as the Phlegraeans) off Naples that also includes Capri and Procida. With a surface area of almost 18 square miles, the island is home to a number of charming villages to explore like Forio, Ischia Ponte, Sant’Angelo and Casamicciola, among others. Add in natural thermal spas, lush vineyards and deserted coves, and it’s easy to see why Ischia is quickly become one of Italy’s rising destinations. Ischia: The Chic Italian Island Neighboring Capri | The New York Times
06112023 The new issue of Capri the divine Coast magazine is online. "Our cover story is dedicated to the actress Denise Capezza, who talked about her beginnings to her relationships to Naples and Capri. Inside the magazine a walking tour among the wonders of the island, the restaurants not to be missed, the interview with chef Andrea Migliaccio, and much more!" Capri the Divine Coast n. 28 | Gruppo editoriale
06122023 The Di Meo winery is one of the most celebrated Campania estates focusing squarely on native varietals. "We have about 350 hectares of property spread over the various territories, of which a portion are cultivated with specialized vineyards. Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo and Aglianico for the Taurasi. In addition to the three DOCGs, we also worked on the search for historical grapes and vines of the area, to take them later to the tables of consumers and connoisseurs and collectors from all over the world." Roberto Di Meo of Di Meo Winery on the Historical Wines of Campania, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius | Grape Collective
06132023 Her deep knowledge and understanding of her tradition, and the originality of the arrangements. Hiram Salsano’s focus is the traditional music of southern Italy, in particular that of her home region, the mountain areas of Cilento in Campania. This isn’t a taranta/pizzica album. Salsano’s sources and music are much more varied. The singing is wonderful; liberatingly gutsy and uninhibited while very much in control. She makes smart use of vocal looping to create rhythms and drones. The songs are in Campania’s Cilentano and Napoletano dialects. Hiram Salsano - Bucolica | RootsWorld
06142023 Doctors are generally held in high regard today, but Romans of the first century were skeptical, even scornful, of medical practitioners. In his “Natural History,” Pliny the Elder endeavored to speak out against the medical profession. Scalpels, needles, tweezers, probes, hooks, chisels and drills are as much part of today’s standard medical tool kit as they were during Rome’s imperial era. The most renowned set turned up in the 1770s at Pompei's so-called House of the Surgeon, which was buried under a layer of ash and pumice during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Scalpel, Forceps, Bone Drill: Modern Medicine in Ancient Rome | The New York Times
06152023 While the 40-year-old family-run restaurant and accommodation here is nothing less than amazing, it’s the boozy cooking class with views of the Galli Isles, Capri and of course, the magical town of Positano below, that reigns supreme. You’ll be privy to making a typical Italian long lunch from scratch featuring bruschetta, potato gnocchi, cherry tomato sauce, eggplant parmigiana and some finger-licking good tiramisu. You’ll get to tour the resident farm, visit the cellar door and even harvest your very own veggies - based on the seasonal produce available - from the on-site garden to cook later. Inside La Tagliata, The Boozy Cooking Class In Positano With Views Of The Galli Islands | Urban List
06162023 What will it take for Campania to receive the respect it deserves? For nearly two decades, I've followed these wines and watched as the region slowly continues to improve. When was the last time an international marketing campaign promoted the wines of Irpinia? This region encompasses Taurasi, Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo, arguably Campania's most important categories. Many producers lack a clear understanding of Campania’s wines in the world market and what the end consumer expects from them. Campania: Change Is Imminent…Or Is It? | Vinous
06172023 Four sea turtles were released off Ischia on World Sea Turtle Day on Friday following treatment and rehabilitation at the Turtle Point in Portici. "Fortunately, sea turtles have shown that they can survive well with only three flippers, so we are confident that Rainbow will return happily to all her activities," said Andrea Affuso, coordinator of the Turtle Point in Portici. The turtles were released with the support of staff from the Kingdom of Neptune marine protected area, at a point far from the busiest shipping routes in the Bay of Naples. Four turtles released off Ischia for World Sea Turtle Day | ANSA
06182023 Ravello, Italy - Seventy-first edition of Ravello Festival, the traditional and long-awaited musical event that takes place every year in the summer. From 2 July to 30 August 2023, once again it will be the wonderful Villa Rufolo in the Amalfi Coast to welcome the rich program of this new edition. This new edition will open with a concert dedicated to Richard Wagner and a complete performance of an opera 26 years after that memorable Parsifal directed by Gergiev with Placido Domingo. Ravello Festival 2023: the concert program at Villa Rufolo | Napolike
06192023 Important documents that form part of the private archive of the d’Avalos family will give life to the exhibition in Naples from 19 June to 29 September. For five centuries, the d’Avalos had prominent roles with the sovereigns of the Kingdom of Naples. Over forty pieces of historical interest will be exhibited to bear witness to their territorial and military power. In Naples documentary exhibition ‘i d’Avalos. In the sign of power’ – Campania | Italy 24 Press News
06202023 Naples, Italy - Speaking to L’Équipe this weekend, Bompard describes his long-time colleague as a meticulous worker, who values his relationship with the players and looks to play possession-based football with a high press and a fast players on the wings. He argues that despite seeing his reputation in France tumble after his time at Marseille, the head coach deserves to be at the top. Garcia can even take Napoli to success on the continental stage: “Rudi dreams of winning the Champions League, and I think he can do it there, his time has come. Something tells me he’s going to win it with Napoli.” Rudi Garcia's Former Assistant: "He Can Win The Champions League With Napoli." | Get Football Group
06212023 Directed by Jean-Luc Godard, pioneer of the French New Wave film movement, Le Mépris (Contempt) was released in 1963. To mark its 60th anniversary, the French film production and distribution company StudioCanal will release a brand new 4K restoration of the film. Set largely in and around the spectacular Villa Malaparte on Capri in Italy’s Bay of Naples, the island is brought to even more vivid life by the masterful cinematography of Raoul Coutard and enhanced further by the deep clarity of the film’s colours that have been extracted by this excellent restoration. Le Mépris (1963) | God Is In The TV
06220223 San Michele is a stunning boutique hotel set in the colourful fishing village of Procida. The hotel offers a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea from each of its 12 contemporary bohemian accommodations. Its sister hotel, La Suite with 21 modern rooms, an outdoor pool and a garden for an ambient outdoor experience. Providing a complete glamping experience, Procida Camp & Resort offers guests modern and luxurious accommodations ranging from glamping tents, lodges, airstreams, and even suites. Lesser known gems to visit in Italy | Luxebook
06232023 Explore the many beaches, charming towns like Forio, full of lively restaurants, bars, and boutiques, and wineries, and attractions like La Mortella and the Giardini Ravino botanical gardens. You can enjoy the benefits of the island’s mineral-rich waters at thermal parks. In Ischia, the Regina Isabella Resort was created by publisher and filmmaker Angelo Rizzoli in the 1950s; staying there feels like stepping back into that era, thanks to the hand-painted tile floors and original furnishings. 7 Places in Italy You Should Visit in 2023 | AFAR
06242023 Back to his hometown for another movie steeped in the lore of his native southern port city. The still untitled film is about a woman named Parthenope “who bears the name of her city but is neither siren nor myth,” the Oscar-winning auteur has revealed. “Her long life embodies the full repertoire of human existence: youth’s lightheartedness and its demise, classical beauty and its inexorable permutations." Shooting on Sorrentino’s new film is set to start “at the end of June” and will take place in Naples and on the island of Capri. Paolo Sorrentino’s New Movie Heads Back to Naples, For Love Letter to His Native City | Variety
06252023 A serpentine road that can only be passed on foot, which, seen from the Augustus Gardens in the south of the island of Capri,  framed by lush macchia green and pine trees, the lower straight path flanked by a row of limestone boulders and the turquoise blue sea. A concession company will take care of the maintenance of the Via Krupp in the future. The Municipality remains the owner, the panorama slope will be open day and night from June to September and over Christmas, free of charge. Italy: Capri finally reopens the legendary Via Krupp | Time News
06262023 The 58-year-old musician Robert Del Naja, artist and Napoli supporter went to document the incredible sights and sounds of a city losing itself in joyous convulsions as the team won their first Scudetto. Unusually for a European city of its size — a population of 920,000 — all the love and pride fixates on a single club. “In Naples, people wear blue to say, ‘We are all the same, we are all one’. That makes it such a unique environment for a football team." Robert Del Naja: Napoli title win was ‘validation of more than 30 years of misery’ | The Atletic
06272023 Walking into a Roman cave. This is Campania, filled with hidden gems, stratified with tradition, and teeming with profound viticulture. I was visiting La Sibilla, a winery named after the homonymous oracle who was believed to reside just a few miles away. The estate lies in the Procida promontory where the Campi Flegrei appellation shines for its personality due to old, ungrafted vines on volcanic soils facing the sea. Even the faint Falanghina, emerges here with quality thanks to tart citrus fruit, vibrancy and chalky minerality. 30 wines from Campania to try in 2023 | Decanter
06282023 Deerns was appointed by GESAC SpA for design of the terminal, parking bay and runway. Situated approximately 20 kilometres from Salerno, the airport will undergo three key developments: the construction of a new terminal spanning approximately 16,000 square meters across two above-ground floors with completion planned in stages; lengthening the runway to 2,200 meters; and the creation of a parking area and airport access. Alfonso Femia of the architectural firm behind the project commented, “The terminal should be an integral part of  the passengers' journey and exploration of the region.” Salerno’s Costa d’Amalfi Airport. A new terminal and a longer runway | Italy Absolutely
06292023 The charm offensive starts in historical Hotel Palazzo Murat, home to a former King of Naples. If Positano is New York, its expansive grounds with pool (and stellar restaurant) are the location equivalent of Manhattan, featuring vegetable gardens, walls dripping with jasmine, roses, grapefruit and Meyer lemons. You could dine at bustling beach front Chez Black, but for the best pizza head to Lo Guarracino tucked above neighboring Fornillo Beach. The hidden treasures of Italy’s Amalfi Coast | The CEO Magazine Global
06302023 The title ‘The Villa of Mysteries’ alludes to the ruins of an ancient Roman house found in the excavation of Pompeii. The charm of the past, of a city like Pompeii - their lavish decorations - its history, places and traditions: all of this lives on, reinterpreted in a contemporary way and with an eye on the future, in the Nuova Pompei collection of wallpapers by the designer Vito Nesta for Misha. The collection contains four different patterns, sharing skillful use of warm, welcoming colors: Architetture Grottesche, Paradiso, Mosaico and Sannita. Misha | Nuova Pompei | IFDM