SAME LONGING, DIFFERENT ANGLES. Indie artist Pete Yorn has released two new singles titled “Ana Capri” and “Capri.” The two new singles are sister tracks that cover the same topics, but with different perspectives. Although the two are similar, the tracks vary in beat since “Capri” offers a more lively sound. The two singles can currently be listened to on all streaming platforms, however Yorn will also be releasing a 7” limited edition colored vinyl. "It’s a postcard from a place where ancient truth and dreams blur." Pete Yorn Releases Two New Singles “Ana Capri” and “Capri” | MXDWN.COM

JUNE 2025

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN

06012025 Most people reach Anacapri by bus, but if you're fit, consider tackling the 1.7km Scala Fenicia, a 921-step flight of stone stairs. "It's not for everyone," admits Pep Minichino, founder of the Gulf of Naples-based blog, Campanica. Nonetheless, he encourages visitors to "embrace the experience! All you need is a Led Zeppelin anthem [in your head] for the energy to climb the famous zig-zag staircase." Capri has two faces – here's the one you've never seen | BBC Travel
06022025 A special episode to tell not a recipe or an ingredient, but the enterprise of a family that has made buffalo breeding and the processing of its milk a true Italian excellence. The Palmieri family opens the doors of Tenuta Vannulo, a dream place for animals and for men. Everything You Can Do with a Buffalo inside Tenuta Vannulo in Campania Region | ItaliaSquisita
06032025 Jewellery from Campania, will be the protagonist this evening at the Republic Day reception organised in The Hague by the Italian Ambassador to the Netherlands, The reception for 2 June, after Augusto Massari's welcome address, will in fact feature Tarì, the gold jewellery district of Campania, as a special guest. Jewellery from Campania at the Italian Embassy in The Hague for 2 June | ANSA
06042025 At Borgo San Gregorio’s remarkable restaurant, San Gregorio, chef Danilo Uva draws on produce from the estate’s vegetable and aromatic gardens. A stay at Borgo San Gregorio is beyond just a tasting experience. Yes, taste the wines, but appreciate the play of art and wine and architecture, dine at the restaurant, picnic on the property, explore the vegetable garden, and much more. The Best Italian Wineries to Visit Near Naples | Food & Wine
06052025 Superb debut novel follows one young man’s self-realisation in a foreboding juvenile prison on Nisida, an island off the coast of Naples. One inmate, a 15-year-old Zeno, is given a simple task by his Italian teacher: write down what you’re thinking, and you’ll get furlough for Christmas. Francesca Maria Benvenuto is an accomplished criminal lawyer who has defended minors in court. Her book draws from the experiences of her mother who worked as a teacher on Nisida. So People Know It’s Me — an extraordinary tale of crime and punishment in Naples | Financial Times
06062025 The Museo di San Martino. Capodimonte. The Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli. Among niche museums worth a stop is the Museo Nazionale della Ceramica Duca di Martina, in the lush gardens of the Villa Floridiana. And the Gallerie d'Italia. Eager to check a duomo off your list? Naples has one, too. In its San Gennaro chapel's splendid treasury, a new curator is fond of mixing modern art amid the saintly relics. A Savvy Travelers Guide to Italy’s Other Great Art City | The Wall Street Journal
06072025 Marina di Camerota officially opens the season with the Meeting of the Sea. This year too, Castellabate, Acciaroli, and Pioppi for the municipality of Pollica confirm themselves as ideal destinations for the whole family: the three locations have received the prestigious Green Flag, awarded by a jury of pediatricians to the beaches most suitable for children. The Castrocucco has been reopened. A strategic reactivation, making Sapri even more accessible. First Summer Test: June 2nd Long Weekend | Il Mattino
06082025 Nestled in the heart of the Cilento mountains lies Cuccaro Vetere, the small village home to Convento Francescano Experience Hotel. With the eight rooms of the venue centred around an internal cloister which provides the dining setting, it is easy to find yourself settling into the slow-paced rhythm of the Convento. Each menu is prepared daily according to what can be found seasonally, at the local market and from the Convento’s own vegetable garden. Meet the creative duo preserving a slice of history in the Cilento National Park | ICON Magazine
06092025 Travellers on Italy’s Amalfi Coast can reserve a private Uber Copter to take them between Sorrento and Capri. The journey includes door-to-door transportation to and from the helipad and is available for groups of up to six passengers. The American transport company, best known for its taxis, is also launching the Uber Boat in Italy. Uber brings helicopter taxis to the Amalfi Coast | The Independent
06102025 As we did before, we traveled to Vico Equense, a town located on the bay of Naples, a gateway to the Amalfi Coast. I remembered the view, the sea and the omnipresent volcano, Vesuvius. I ordered yogurt gelato rolled in nuts. The milk comes from the nearby Monti Lattari, a.k.a. the Milky Mountains. Gabriele was way better than I remembered. The taste, but also the place. It’s not just a gelato shop. Gabriele is packed with cheeses, jars of marmellata, ice cream sandwiches, mini-tarts, baba cakes. It was the best gelato I’d ever tasted. | The New York Times 
06112025 There’s nothing quite as chic (or Instagramable) as an Italian summer filled with Aperol spritzes, colorful umbrellas, and poolside pasta and pizza. There’s a brand-new spot for travelers seeking the most stylish, luxe experiences: La Piscina, A Caruso Pool Club. The highlight of La Piscina might be the infinity pool—complete with yellow-trimmed parasols and cushioned loungers, reminiscent of the Mediterranean social scene in the 1960s—overlooking the coast and the resort town of Ravello. The First Private Luxury Pool Club On the Amalfi Coast Just Opened—Here’s a Look Inside | Travel + Leisure
06122025 In the heart of Campania, Benevento is a little-known gem that begs to be discovered. The city is often described as an open-air museum, thanks to its outstanding Roman monuments and Longobard World Heritage Site. But it’s also a place where culinary delights tantalise the palate, and the surrounding nature beguiles visitors. Cheer to Benevento at Paradiso 1973, a great family-run enoteca for wine tasting and local cheese and charcuterie platters. ISSIMO’s Travel Guide to Benevento | Issimo
06132025 Hyperpinian, crasis between hyper and Hirpinian. "Financiers love the rich fruitiness of the Super Tuscans. Gourmands sigh over nebbiolo. Gastropubs pour pinot grigio. Prosecco has its own T-shirts." Based in the old region of Irpinia (whose symbol is the grey wolf), Feudi has done a tremendous amount of work exploring what each grape (especially aglianico) can do in different soils and in developing ancient grapes for today’s drinkers. Hip hip hip, Hyperpinian! | Les 5 du Vin
06142025 In order to get more intel, journalist Laura Itzkowitz turned to Ischia habitués Marie Louise Sciò, whose family hospitality group runs the glamorous Mezzatorre Hotel on the island, and Annie Ojile, founder of Scooteroma and Personalized Italy, who visits often and organizes bespoke trips to the island. This Italian Island Has Natural Hot Springs, Fabulous Hotels, and Stunning Beaches—Without the Crowds of Neighboring Capri | Travel + Leisure
96152025 Taurasi DOCG, located in southern Italy’s Campania region, produces complex, age-worthy wines, most famously from Aglianico, a local red grape. “The origin of vineyards in the Taurasi area dates back to the Etruscan period, where the vines were grown at heights with different shapes”. These ancient techniques, colloquially called ‘starseta’ or ‘raggiera’, intersperse vines among cover crops, grains, olive groves, nut trees, and fruit orchards. How ‘promiscuous agriculture’ is driving Taurasi | The Drinks Business
06162025 “We’ve definitely seen a wider mix of nationalities,” says Inès Sellami, owner of the art gallery-cum-guesthouse Atelier Inès. Visitors are also taking more time to see the city. “People used to come for just one or two nights. Now they’re staying 4 or 5 nights, using Naples as a base but also diving deeper into the city itself,” says Sellami. “More guests are interested in local art, cooking experiences, and the stories behind things, not just ticking off monuments.” On its 2,500th anniversary, Naples grapples with the benefits and burdens of a tourism boom | Euronews
06172025 We came to Gesualdo in the Avellino province - the village my great-grandfather immigrated from when he came to the USA in 1904 - and I swear, it was love at first sight with Irpinia. I had goosebumps from head to toe while we were still in the car from the airport when I first saw the castle in Gesualdo. Once I started exploring the hilltop villages, the history, the wine, the food, and getting to know the people - it was game over. This was the Italy I had been dreaming of but hadn’t found until Irpinia. Exploring Irpinia With A Passionate Guide | Forbes
06182025 A garden once flourished in Pompeii. There, alongside a typical row house, olive trees, roses, and vines blossomed, nourished by hand-carved irrigation channels. Now, a new garden is taking root the same spot. The Pompeii Archaeological Park has just unveiled the restored Garden of Hercules. A 2,000-Year-Old Pompeii Garden Springs Back to Life | artnet
06192025 The world’s largest and most influential wine competition celebrates quality, record performances, firsts and emerging trends. Campania won its first-ever Best in Show medal from Taurasi DOCG for Donnachiara Taurasi 2021. Taurasi is a key link in the chain of Italy’s great red wines — standing with Barolo, Barbaresco, Etna and Tuscany’s finest. Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 results revealed | Decanter
06202025 Aglianico “alli-yawn-nico” is a full-bodied red wine. The most critically rated Aglianico wines come from the region of Taurasi. Most collectors of this wine will agree that Taurasi tends to deliver the most floral expression of the wine with brooding aromas of rose and sour cherries. This wine is also likely the least approachable upon release with most needing at least an 8 year cool down period to account for ripping high acidity and grippy tannins. Understanding Aglianico Wine: Italy’s Next Red | Wine Folly
06212025Tucked into the cliffs just outside Positano, Villa Treville, once the private home of Franco Zeffirelli, it still feels like a secret, with just 16 uniquely designed suites spread across several villas. It’s the kind of place where antique tiles meet Moroccan lanterns, where lush gardens and winding paths open onto dramatic sea views. The dining is phenomenal—Maestro’s pulls from the hotel’s own organic garden and the nearby sea—and the cocktails at Bianca Bar. Where to Stay on the Amalfi Coast This Summer | Haute Living
06222025 Did you know that Villa Treville‘s Bianca Bar offers a botanic micro distillery laboratory where herbs and botanicals gathered in Treville Positano’s gardens are used, processed and transformed into exciting, revamped libations based on classic spirits! Recently, there is a new selection of Martini Cocktails and Signature drinks available, with brand new aromatic waters, essential oils and distillates, all homemade. Villa Treville’s Bianca Bar features expands on their incredible botanical micro distillery product range | Lux World Representetive
06232025 From June 28 to July 5 at the Aragonese Castle: Ischia Film Festival. Eight days of feature films, documentaries, and short films will transform Ischia, featuring open-air movie screenings, meetings with filmmakers, and numerous expected guests from around the world. Among them, the British director Christopher Nolan will be honored with the Foreign Award, a recognition given to the best international productions that have chosen Italy as a film location. Discover more information about Ischia Film Festival | Italia.it
06242025 Italy’s Naples is proudly celebrating the 2,500th anniversary of its foundation by the Greeks, a monumental milestone that underscores its rich Hellenic heritage. At the heart of these commemorations on Sunday was a vibrant tribute to Parthenope, the mythical siren whose legend intertwines with the very birth of Neapolis. Naples Celebrates 2,500 Years of Greek Heritage With Lampadedromia | Greek Reporter
06252025 In the shadow of Vesuvius, amidst the remainders of ancient palazzos and symphonies of sirens and scooters — Napoli is a contrast of beauty and grit, tradition and modernity. After an exclusive lunch at the Museo Filangieri featuring a live cooking show by Mimì alla Ferrovia, AW LAB and Nike continue their winning streak in Naples with an in-store event, celebrating the launch of the new Nike Field General. These sneakers add a vibrant touch to any outfit and they are perfect for city life and all the occasions it brings. Nike e AW LAB event in Naples store | nss-gclub
06262025 We made our way to Sorrento’s marina to board our chic Italian Gozzo 35 boat — branded with the “Uber” transportation company logo on the side — and meet our skipper and captain. With a prosecco toast, we were off, cruising along the shoreline and listening to our guides point out hidden swimming caves and mythical landmarks. We gawked at the views of Capri’s iconic faraglioni rock stacks, toy-sized sail boats, and cliffside towns. The 15-minute flight flew by until we landed smoothly in Capri. We Tried It: Uber's Private Helicopter and Boat Ride Service on the Amalfi Coast | PEOPLE
06272025 Flying into Salerno airport, our base was the beautiful town of Paestum, a 45 minute drive away. As I took in the landscape that stretched through seaside towns and olive-covered hills, it became clear there would be plenty to adore about Cilento. The home of the Mediterranean Diet – a fact locals are very proud of – and it’s evident in their plates of fresh salads, grains and oils that cover tables, not to mention local seafood. Cilento: The Amalfi Coast alternative with no crowds | Metro.co.uk
06282025 The wedding was catered by three-Michelin-star chef Fabrizio Mellino of Quattro Passi, a restaurant in Nerano, which Bezos has been known to frequent. The restaurant charges around $1,800 per person, including staff and food transport, to cater weddings of this level, according to former clients. That’s at least $360,000 in food-and-beverage costs for the one night—but it is likely a three-day contract, adding up closer to $1.1 million. Here's How Much The Bezos-Sánchez Wedding Extravaganza Really Cost | Forbes
06292025 Il San Pietro di Positano -- the famous Italian hotel -- is celebrating today its 55th birthday. “We are always at our guests’ disposal. For us, it’s a pleasure to provide everything they need to enjoy their stay,” says Carlo Cinque, 60. Named for his late great uncle, founder of the iconic luxury property, Cinque co-owns the hotel with his brother, Vito, 57. Their mother Virginia, 90, still lives on property, greeting guests during her daily garden walks. Iconic Italian luxury hotel Il San Pietro di Positano celebrates 55 years | New York Post
06302025 On the far side of the island lies Punta Carena, home to Capri’s famous lighthouse. It's a perfect spot for sunset lovers, quiet, scenic and drenched in golden light. You can walk there from Anacapri in about 40 minutes, or drive/scooter over in 10. While you’re there, don’t miss Sunset Maliblu, a relaxed beach club where you can unwind after a day of exploring. Just don’t forget your swimsuit because between the sunset views and the turquoise waters, you’ll want to dive right in. Capri’s 'mad blue': Island’s enchanting sea, scenic wonders  | DAILY SABAH

STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN Most people reach Anacapri by bus, but if you're fit, consider tackling the 1.7km Scala Fenicia, a 921-step flight of stone stairs. "It's not for everyone," admits Pep Minichino, founder of the Gulf of Naples-based blog, Campanica. Nonetheless, he encourages visitors to "embrace the experience! All you need is a Led Zeppelin anthem [in your head] for the energy to climb the famous zig-zag staircase." Capri has two faces – here's the one you've never seen | BBC Travel

HIGHLIGHTING SEA-VIEW SUITES The next chapter of one of Capri’s most storied hotels. Studio Urquiola for Jumeirah Capri Palace articulates a renewed vernacular for the beloved island, following tradition but without being too literal, and experimenting with materials that tread more lightly on the environment.‘The project would not have been possible without the mastery of local crafts, especially the iconic Vietri tiles.’ Five tranquil suites by Patricia Urquiola suspend visitors ‘between sea and sky’ in Capri | Wallpaper*

'ROBA DI TIMBERIO' AND OTHER STUFF Capri, Italy - The sense of otherworldliness grows when you reach the Villa San Michele, built at the turn of the 20th century by Axel Munthe, an eccentric Swedish doctor, writer, art collector and animal lover. Through the tiered gardens, cypress avenue and wisteria-draped pergola, you glimpse the radiant Bay of Naples, the silhouette of Vesuvius looming on the horizon. House museums #82: Villa San Michele, Capri | Financial Times

"MERENDA NELL'OLIVETA" A study of the ancient olive trees on Capri has led to the discovery of previously unknown olive varieties. The research followed more than a decade of restoration work done by L’Oro di Capri in the abandoned olive groves on the western part of the Italian island. Ancient Olive Groves on Capri Are Reservoirs of Biodiversity | Olive Oil Times

AT CAPRI PALACE, MIXOLOGY IS AN ART SAVORED WITH EVERY SIP Anacapri, Italy - The palatial surroundings feature a medical spa, a restaurant with two Michelin stars and, down at the shore, Il Riccio beach club, with an incredible array of seafood to choose from. One of the most luxurious hotels on the island, Capri Palace, now a part of the Jumeirah collection, has enough to keep guests entertained for days. The luxury edit of Capri's chic hotels | Harper's Bazaar

IS TIME TO DOWN SHIFT TO ISLAND TIME! Choosing the right location for your accommodation in Capri is crucial to ensure a memorable and enjoyable trip. Capri Town is perfect if you’re looking for luxury shopping, fine dining, and vibrant nightlife. Anacapri offers a more relaxed atmosphere with scenic views of nature, ideal for those who want to unwind and enjoy beautiful surroundings. Meanwhile, Marina Grande and Marina Piccola are great locations if you want to indulge in water sports activities or spend time at the beach. Your Key To Capri: Choosing The Perfect Accommodation | Not Your Mama’s Italy

GOOGLE MAPS : "THE PLACE YOU [CAMPANICA] ADDED IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE The Red House was built next to an ancient Aragonese tower, erected by the eccentric Colonel John Clay MacKowen. Soon it was enriched by the same colonel with archaeological finds. Some finds, moreover, come from his numerous travels. The house passed to his heirs and then to other owners, when the Superintendence for Architectural Heritage and Landscape of Naples acquired the building and, after careful restoration, used it as an exhibition space, granting its use to the City of Anacapri. Museum History | Museo Casa Rossa di Anacapri

THE FESTIVAL TO GREET THE END OF THE SUMMER SEASON The last week of August, in Anacapri, the Settembrata, the famous festival of grapes and ancient peasant practices, kicks off.This event was born in 1923 thanks to a group of artists who wanted to pay homage to the Anacapri population for the hospitality received. Settembrata Anacaprese | Guide Of Capri

'BE LIKE A BUTTERFLY. BEAUTIFUL TO LOOK AT. HARD TO CATCH.✨✨' Beautiful day in Capri. Paris Hilton shared images at Il Riccio Restaurant & Beach Club, a well-known celebrity spot. While rocking a plunging dress with spaghetti straps and colorful butterflies printed all over it, the socialite, 41, oozed glamour with a pair of oversized white shades and her blonde tresses. Paris Hilton stuns in a white butterfly-print dress and oversized white shades at the Dior Beach Club in Capri | DailyMail.com

ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE OLD CENTER OF ANACAPRI VILLA ORLANDI, AN UNESPECTED GATE ON THE ART WORLD The home of Pasquale and Lucia Trisorio was a cultural mansion where you could admire works of art on the walls, meet face to face with the artists. Where Kounellis, Mediterranean nomad, would appeared covered with dust, where you could meet Twombly dressed in a creases shirt, or Joseph Beuys with his head covered, and then... Villa Orlandi A MEMORY | Capri Life

THE MOST EXCLUSIVE GALA DINNER OF THIS SUMMER Andrea Bocelli, the famous Italian tenor, performed an unforgettable evening in Capri. Homebond Properties recently sponsored the extraordinary event, the ‘Big Art Festival’ at the Capri Palace Jumeirah Italy, the best and most exclusive five-star hotel on the most enchanting island in the Mediterranean. Homebond Properties Highlights Dubai Real Estate Opportunities at Big Art Festival in Capri Italy | Khaleej Times

OCTOBER 2013

SEVEN-BEDROOM PROPERTY

10012013 Our roving New York contributor, Robyn Lea went on a sojourn to the isle of Capri to shoot a stunning villa frequented by the likes of Beyonce and Jay Z (shh… don’t tell them we told you!)… Capri the land of milk and honey | Est magazine
10022013 We’re on our way: Beyonce and Jay-Z make their way to Blue Grotto, a popular tourist destination on the island of Capri, on Friday. Beyonce and Jay-Z trade their luxury yacht for a humble rowing boat as they set off for Capri | BBB-News
10032013 The love of the sea is a family passion. Since the 1950's Cassiopea has been renting boats, offering excursions, and providing transfers from the beach of Positano to a treasure trove of the most enchanting locations along the Amalfi Coast, the Sorrentine Peninsula, and the bay of Naples. Cassiopea is located in the beautiful town of Positano, on the main beach, "Spiaggia Grande". Just look out for our distinctive orange umbrella. About Us & Positano | Cassiopea
10042013 Vietri sul Mare ("Vietri on the Sea") is a popular tourist destination because it is a convenient place to start the Amalfi Coast drive. This town it is the last or first town on the Amalfi Coast and inhabitants like to call it “The First Pearl of the Amalfi,” claiming that the Amalfi begins at Vietri, which is just west of Salerno. Pictures of the day | L'Italo-Americano Newspaper
10052013 Little did I know, however, that nearly fifteen years later, those memories of poignant Pompeii, the astonishingly stunning Amalfi Coast and the beautiful, edgy chaos of Naples would provide the backdrop for another very special story; my first self-published short story. After writing fiction for an audience of one (me) for most of my life I decided to make 2013 the year I self-publish a collection of fictional short stories inspired by travel. See the Amalfi Coast: A Short Story (free download) | Travelettes
10062013 Getting to our hotel was epic (hotels on streets called Sopramontagna (over the mountain) should be avoided by cyclists, but the centre of the town of Capri is in the middle of the island, and that means on a high saddle between the two sides. The centre of town itself had "streets" so narrow that they only allow pedestrians or special narrow electric cars along them. The police even want cyclists to walk through the centre of the town. Kate and Greg bike from Rome to Naples and South. | Orthogonal Endeavours Ltd.
10072013 We quickly fell into a vacation routine. During the day, we would hike down the cliffs to a beach club (either Da Luigi or La Fontelina), where you can rent a chair and umbrella for the day. Here's a photo of Da Luigi. How gorgeous is that?! Vacation photos: Capri | A Cup of Jo
10082013 The cliff-top pool views are hard to beat in Capri, Italy. World's Best Islands | Travel + Leisure
10092013 Toni Servillo, who was born in Naples in 1959, has forgone Rome and Hollywood to live in the gritty Neapolitan suburb of Caserta, where he runs a theater company called Teatri Uniti, which, over the years, has served as an incubator for some of the best actors on the national stage. The Chicago Sun-Times called Servillo a “sublime leading actor and director,” and the Chicago Tribune described him as an “extraordinary actor” and a “cross between Beckett, Chaplin, and Peter Sellers.” Servillo is said to be the quintessential Neapolitan. And some even believe that this geography accounts for his charm and theatrical talents. The Italian Idol | Newsweek
10102013 I adored the beautiful gallery in Naples with its 19th century architecture but it was an added bonus an elegant man decided to read the newspaper in front of a beautiful detail. Travel Means People | Carla Loves Photography
10112013 Layer upon layer of history… Napoli – Italy | Tales and Travels of the Tin Man
10122013 Teatro di San Carlo, Naples. Beauty and Grandeur of Opera Houses (12 total) | My Modern Metropolis
10132013 Climbing higher, the terrain became tougher underfoot but the views even more spectacular. Upon reaching the highest point of the trek, the secluded coves below were an inviting sight to my exhausted, heavily perspiring body! On the welcome descent we walked through rural splendour; through lush lemon groves where air was still and heavy with scents and the local loggers used mules rather than tractors. The walk culminated in Positano, a quaint seaside town with shady winding streets crammed with elegant shops. Heavens above! | Exodus Travels
10142013 As a guest here, you soon appreciate what Casa Privata stands for – cultivated privacy – elegantly alluding to the privilege of having this breathtaking piece of Amalfi coastline all to yourself. Accessed by a series of limestone steps at the bottom of the garden, the stunning cliff-face has been calved out to facilitate several sun bed platforms, enticing you to dive into the twinkling aqua water below. Ca’P’a – Casa Privata | Trendland
10152013 The phrase of this leg of our vacation was – “no seriously – people actually live here!” It blew our mind that this is normal. This is a normal, every day sight for the people that live on the Amalfi Coast. I can’t imagine growing up with this kind of natural, breathtaking beauty in my backyard. The houses and villages in this area are literally perched and built into the cliffs of the coast. Life On the Mediterranean Coast! | Iowa Girl Eats
10162013 I came back home the day before yesterday from a wonderful week spent on the Amalfi Coast. Everything was even better than I expected, I saw wonderful places to take your breath away. My country is rich in beauty and every time I think it I feel proud to be Italian. But in addition to admire the natural beauty that these places in southern Italy have to offer, what I really learned from this trip is the ability to smile and enjoy life. I saw people from all over the world gathered in the towns of the Amalfi Coast, get there with the spirit of fun, enjoy good meals, the beautiful sea and the sun. I've seen so many smiles from everyone I talked to and so many people have given me happiness and joy of living. # Campaniatour photo diary part 1 | lost in Daydreams
10172013 Tiffany and Mike were married in a very romantic ceremony on the Amalfi coast. Wedding in Amalfi | Kelly Hayes Wedding Design
10182013 Tracy is just so lively and interesting in person, I just knew she'd have some amazing summer vacation planned. I mean, look at her chillaxing on the gorgeous Amalfi Coast with some hot young thing ferrying her around. That's the life! Tracy Reese's Summer Travel Wardrobe Staples | Glamour
10192013 The cloister, among the most spacious in Europe, is about 12,000 square meters and is encircled by a tiara of 84 columns; the kitchen is where, according to legend, a giant omelette of over one thousand eggs was prepared for Charles V, on whose vast empire “the sun never set”; the cellars were full of huge barrels of the wine produced by the monks; and finally the library, accessed by climbing an expansive spiral staircase… The Padula Charterhouse | Italian Ways
10202013 It is easy to imagine that this fresco, made of charming and clashing shapes and colours would be the home of a very special place...Tenuta Seliano... the former home of Baroness Cecilia Baratta and her family. Seliano is only 5 kilometres from the archaeological site of Paestum and the sea and has been converted into one of the best agritourismos in the country. We travelled along increasingly narrow roads that snaked through olive groves and over streams in the flatlands of the Sele and Alento rivers, which are a natural habitat for water buffalo that thrive in this temperate climate. The Great Mozzarella in Carrozza Experiment While Visiting a Buffalo Mozzarella Farm in the Cilento | More Than Burnt Toast
10212013 Lunch on the terrace of Relais Blu. A lunch prepared by Chef Allocca and his staff who had two options. They could prepare a menu that would try its hardest to compete with the scenery. A wine list full of Campania, particularly rich in Fiano di Avellino that pair wonderfully with the seafood dishes that exit from the kitchen. I had a glass or two Apianum Fiano di Avellino 2011 from Salvatore Molletieri. Into the Blu - Relais Blu, Massa Lubrense (Na) | andiamotrips
10222013 Tenuta San Francesco Costa d’Amalfi Rosso “Tramonti” 2010. Magenta-tinted deep garnet color. Big and sensual nose of smoky black cherry fruit closely backed by strong notes of blood orange juice and strawberry preserves supported by aromas of woody spices, lilies and roses, toasted grain, and barnyard. Very long and dry plum butter finish. A wine that defines “elegant rusticity”. Costa D'Amalfi A wine from a mediterranean paradise | Tom Ciocco
10232013 I was ever happier when i’ve found the wines made by “Azienda San Salvatore 1988″… it’s a quite small and interesting wine producer from Giungano in Campania (south of Italy); i’ve met the owner a couple of months ago during a wine fair (a man deeply in love with his land, his wine and in charge of every single details connected to his wine, from the production to the label design). Wine Shopping of the day with Aglianico by San Salvatore | Followmu
10242013 Rural Southern Italian society is inextricably connected to the land and Riccio masterfully catches the majesty of the landscape with his lens. One of my favorites is his shot of Monte Taburno, in Campania. With a cloud casting an ominous shadow on the mountain's peak, the artist captured a moment virtually out of local lore. A Look at Anthony Riccio's 'From Italy to America' | Magna Grece
10252013 Sausages, typical cheese like mozzarella and caciocavallo silano, but also truffles and mushrooms directly raised in the nearby woods, and then sheep and pork meats, vegetables and desserts such as the “bombe” with nuts, torrone, frittelle with nuts and the migliaccio, a traditional farmers cake, all these are the perfect ingredients of the culinary offer of the village restaurant. All accompanied with the excellent wines of the area, like Greco di Tufo, Taurasi and the Fiano di Avellino. Simple and poor ingredients, but rich in taste. Albergo Diffuso #45: Castelvetere sul Calore | BoBos
10262013 A few days into our tour we arrived in Sorrento; the city of lemons. Our first visit was to a farm where we learnt how olive oil is made and saw a cheese-making demonstration by a lady, nicknamed Maria Mozzarella. It was interesting learning how to make ricotta and mozzarella (there are two forms; the dried one which lasts for a few weeks and the fresh one which lasts for a few days). Reminiscing: Limoncello in the City of Lemons (Sorrento) | Phuoc'n Delicious
10272013 This is the best Gelateria in Sorrento, without a doubt! The shop is run by a family and has been in operation since 1860! The staff at the shop were very friendly indeed, especially Mama, who is 71, and her son who is very cheeky! As you pass for the first time they offer you a free sample, and thats how it starts, after that, you're hooked! Gelateria Zini, il Gelato Artigianale-Sorrento | Davlynm Italy
10282013 We ended up going to Brandi, the oldest pizzeria in Naples, aka, the oldest pizzeria in the world! The best part? Since we got our pizza's to go, they were only 3.50 Euros each, plus, we got to stand and watch them make the pizzas right in front of us! Definitely the best deal I've gotten in Italy! I just got the margherita pizza, but it was to die for. The crust had that perfect balance of being a little crispy but still doughy and fluffy, being thin on the inside and thick on the outside, and there was just enough cheese. Naples | Eat Well, Travel Often.
10292013 Try the Pizza Al Metro restaurant in Vico Equense who claim to make the biggest pizzas in the world! An active volcano, crystal sea and the world's biggest pizza: 10 reasons to visit Naples | Daily Express
10302013 The famous scholar Jake Barnes said that the Ristorante Sigilgaida in Ravello "has the best ambiance in the world" -- piano playing (itself) quietly in the background, host with white dinner jacket, subservient wait staff, and a great view from a shaded terrace. And these are all guys who have been around! Ah, Ravello | Venturing Forth
10312013 Nearby are the gardens of the Villa Rufolo in Ravello. Richard Wagner once said he would never have composed Parsifal had he not been inspired by its beauty. Spa baths and sonatas on Italy's Amalfi coast | The Australian

SEPTEMBER 2013

MED COLORS, SCENTS, AND SOUNDS

09012013 The most beautiful part of Capri is Anacapri, which is located at the top of the island and looks like a village straight out of a fairytale. You can get to Anacapri through a number of ways. The island has been built mainly for pedestrians so you can walk for a few hours as you soak in the views. You can also take a funicular chairlift, bus or taxi. Take a boat tour to the Isle of Capri and take a walk around the charming village of Anacapri. | Part of my World
09022013 The footpath, which hugs the precipitous coastline, offers at every turn a succession of quite amazing views of the sea, the Sorrentine peninsula and another of the island’s iconic natural wonders – the Faraglioni. I met only the occasional walker as I made my way along the spectacular path, taking in views of the sea and cliffs, and absorbing the scents of pine and wild flowers and birdsong in near solitude. Walking Capri: ‘a tiny morsel of an island but exquisite’ | That's How The Light Gets In
09032013 Images of Italy taken by ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano from the International Space Station, June 2013. One of the most famous coastlines in the world and one of the most infamous volcanoes, Vesuvius | European Space Agency
09042013 Formed as a result of the collision between the African and Eurasian tectonic plates, Mount Vesuvius is featured just inland from the bay overlooking the city of Naples. Further signs of volcanism can be seen at the western end of the bay where the Phlegraean Fields lie. This complex structure, most of which is below sea level, is constantly on the move due to subsidence and uplift. Earth from Space: Bay of Naples | European Space Agency
09052013 The Cervati mountain, covered by perennial snows for at least six months a year, world patrimony of humanity and reserve of Biosphere recognized by UNESCO, as well as highest peak of Campania, represents a site of biodiversity of extraordinary value in Europe; the floristic beauty, the fields of lavender and a breathtaking landscape make it an absolutely unique place, where it is possible to visit the most important Karst hollow of southern Italy, "the Affunnaturo king of Vaddivona". Sanza | Seguendo Ulisse
09062013 But I was in Pisciotta on an anchovy mission, looking for the town’s specialty, alici di menaica, caught in a special net, decapitated, cleaned and then salted. Everyone told me to look for Donatella, the only official producer. Her husband Vittorio is a fisherman and supplies her with fresh anchovies. I Love Campania, Part 2 | La Cucina Italiana
09072013 The wine has a clear connection to our trip as we have visiting southern Italy's top wine producer Mastroberardino from the village Atripalda. This rosé is made of 100% of Aglianico grape from Campania IGT and grown in chalky-clay soil which is based on average 400 meters above sea level. This means that the grapes get the best conditions, with warm days and slightly cooler nights. The scent is deliciously fruity with hints of lavender, peach, red currant and minerals. The taste is just soooooo good with delicious fresh flavors of grapefruit, strawberries, rowan-berries, delicate minerals and a slight touch of spiciness. Best rosé wine this year by a true maestro! | Wineblogg
09082013 Nusco is a town and comune in the province of Avellino east of Naples situated in the mountains between the valleys of the Calore lucano and Ofanto Rivers. Nusco | Made in south italy
09092013  The buildings you can see today include a flour mill (which dates back to the 10th century), a saw mill, and a public washhouse. The area was deeemed unsuitable for living and working in the late 1800s, after the construction of the Piazza Tasso up above cut off the main access point for people (as well as the sea) to and from the valley, and so the mills were eventually abandoned. Because of the damp conditions that soon developed when the valley no longer had an outlet to the sea, the buildings were rapidly overtaken by plant life, giving them the appearance of having been unused for centuries rather than decades. The Valley of the Mills in Sorrento | Naples and the Amalfi Coast Things to Do - Viator
09102013 Although Positano had numerous sites to check out, for the love of water, I spent most of the day on the black sand beach, Spiaggia Grande. With cold on my feet sending chills up my body, I kept inching my way into the water. The tiny black pebbles on the shoreline massaged my feet as I slowly sunk into the sand. One step at a time I tiptoed until the pebbles got bigger and turned into stones. Water now at my waist, I submerged myself, rose, and inhaled the freshest air. Student's visit to Amalfi Coast helps her realize goals | themonitor.com
09112013 100% dried oregano from Alburni Mountains, also known as the Dolomites bells, cultivated according to peasant tradition. Oregano from Alburni mountain | Nifeislife.com
09122013 Mozzarella is one of the world’s favorite cheeses, but unlike many others, its name has not been adequately protected. The first thing you need to do is look for the protected name: Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP from Italy. In order to use this name, producers need to be in the Campania region and follow strict procedures, for example, they are not allowed to have any cows on their farm to avoid potential addition of cow milk. Buying Mozzarella: Tips and Tricks | Slow Food International
09132013 San Marzano tomatoes are grown on the rich volcanic soil of the Campania region of Italy and are prized for their superb flavor and low acidity. The choice of which San Marzano tomatoes to buy can be fraught. There are San Marzano tomatoes grown in this country, there are Italian plum tomatoes in juice and in purée, there are “certified” San Marzano tomatoes and even “D.O.P.” or Denominazione d’Origine Protetta San Marzano tomatoes. My advice is to try a couple and see which one speaks to you most clearly of the essence of Italian sunshine. Grab a can of tomatoes and you’re on your way to dinner | Clare's Kitchen
09142013 Her name was Amica, and her name and footprint are embedded in a terra cotta tile belonging to an ancient Roman temple. The signed tile is a rare find because Amica was a Roman slave, and her footprint survives. For the most part, the slaves of the well-preserved city of Pompeii still remain largely "invisible" in history, according to the University of Delaware's Lauren Hackworth Petersen. Who were these slaves? Roman slaveholders got them from many places. Some were Greeks, some were Africans, some were bred in the country specifically for the role, according to Petersen. A Slave's Life in Ancient Pompeii | ScienceDaily
09152013 Scaturchio. Lovely pastry shop with table service and gelato. Naples food guide: Where to find the best local dishes | CNN Travel
09162013 Naples is a whore with a heart of gold. This glorious, flamboyant city is the real deal: the deep, dark heart of Italy. Italia verace; Italy DOC. It's the Auntie Mame of Italian capitals; a bohemian rhapsody set in the most gorgeous bay on earth, watched over by a killer volcano as inscrutable as a reclining Buddha. I died and went to Naples | Letters from Florence
09172013 From Ischia’s harbour, it was only a short bus ride to the two-hectare garden that occupies a ravine. The garden is considered one of the most enchanting in Italy. The Waltons began on the garden in 1956 and quickly looked for help from esteemed gardening designer, Russell Page. His instructions, written out in three days, were to keep the Waltons busy for the next 10 years. La Mortella: Ischia’s tropical garden paradise | The Vancouver Sun
09182013 These pictures have been taken at the “La Mortella” gardens in Forio, Ischia. It is a huge botanical oasis created by an English couple, who brought there thousands of plants and flowers from all over the world. Could I miss this opportunity and not take pictures to post here? Of course not. Talking about the outfit, I chose to wear exclusively silk, since I love its feeling on the skin during the summer days: it almost feels like sea breeze. Brushing Silk – outfit from “La Mortella” gardens, Ischia | Nymphashion
09192013 Negombo is a spa and thermal pool park with botanical gardens set on the beautiful island of Ischia. It’s set on a beautiful sandy beach with brilliant blue water. The thermal pools (heated by volcanic activity) are all of varying temperatures. Some are very cold on one side and very hot on the other. You definitely get a tingling sensation in your legs and feet when going from one to the other. The gardens are lush and fragrant. Their full service spa offers many beauty treatments and massages to choose from. I got the “Envy of the Gods Green Tea Oil Relaxing Massage” and my friend got the “Anti-Stress Massage”. Negombo | Have Tote Will Travel
09202013 The gardens at La Mortella as we see them today were a labour of love for the charismatic Susana Walton who opened their doors to the public in 1991. By now, the gardens represent more than 50 years of passion, dedication and care given to her life’s work and creation. With La Mortella split into various levels, it is on the highest part of the garden that the open-air Greek theatre resides. Throughout the summer, audiences are able to enjoy the Youth Orchestra concerts while surrounded by China roses and aromatic herbs, and the visual backdrop of the bay of Forio behind the performers. La Mortella Garden | Ischia Review
09212013 One of Italy's most historic opera companies is taking some of the country's most beloved operas – as well as some Italian culture – to the Middle East, Russia and the United States. The Teatro di San Carlo, which was founded in Naples in 1737 and is Europe's oldest, continuously active venue for public opera, begins its worldwide tour in the Sultanate of Oman, one of the first times the opera company has travelled to the Middle East. From there, San Carlo will travel to the Russian city of St. Petersburg before flying on to the West Coast of the United States for performances in San Francisco. Naples' San Carlo Theatre Co. embarks on world tour | Gazzetta del Sud Online
09222013 There is a lively discussion about household dogs in Roman society. An amazing mosaic from the entry floor of a home in Pompeii is juxtaposed in the exhibition with one of the mummified dog casts that can also be seen when visiting the archeological site that is Pompeii. The museum experts point out in grim detail how you can see the way this dog was tethered, and hence unable to escape the blanket of volcanic ash that entombed the city in just 24 hours. 'Pompeii From the British Museum' to Show One Night Only | The Hollywood Reporter
09232013 Gorgeous location filming on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Kate Bosworth is a blocked writer whose marriage to an uptight British viola player (Iddo Goldberg) is on the skids after a miscarriage. While he’s preoccupied with rehearsals and complaining about Italian food, she flees to a picturesque island where an affair with a hunky, free-spirited American teenager (Jamie Blackley) chases the blues away. Scenery highlights ‘And While We Were Here’ | New York Post
09242013 After dinner, we were invited on a tour of the wine cellar. The staircase, I'm told, is an old Etruscan passageway carved from tufo, the rock that is the foundation of the Campania region. The stairs are smooth and strong, and I instantly imagine toga-clad proto-Italians carrying anfora filled with proto-falanghina thousands of years earlier. The deeper we descend, the more valuable the wines in Don Alfonso's impressive collection. There are 25,000 bottles down here, each carefully documented and wrapped in cellophane to protect the labels. I Left My Heart at Don Alfonso | Fathom
09252013 We decided to save a few euros by buying the Campania Artecard. This card is available in many Italian cities and combines public transit with entry fees for a fixed price. It allowed us to use Naples' handy metro and funicular system for a period of three consecutive days from the day of validation and access to two sites, with discounts to the rest. You can pick up the card from any participating site; we got ours from the Royal Palace in the Piazza del Plebiscito and used it to get a discount on our bus tour. Beyond pizza and pompeii | China Daily
09262013 Did someone say holidays? Aaaah, just dreaming of the Amalfi Coast... Perfect Time For A Holiday... Amalfi Coast | The Style Schedule
09272013 Our next stop was Praiano, a 20 minute car ride from Positano. In this little village is the Church of San Luca Evangelista, with its dome decorated with the local Vietri multicolored Majolica tiles and an elaborate painted tile floor. An Esthetic Feast | love quimper
09282013 There was a small tower that resembled a lighthouse down near the water. We would later learn from a girl in Positano that these were actually military forts in the old days to protect from attackers by sea. This particular fort, or Torre a Mare, now housed an artist named Paolo Sandulli, who was a very kind gentleman we spent some time chatting with as we browsed his work. His art was very fun and had a strong local theme to it. Day Four - Praiano | Vince Hanks
09292013 Discover a stunning coastline and lounge on a private beach or sun deck against a backdrop of dramatic cliff sides and verdant green mountain peaks at Il San Pietro Di Positano. Top 5 Most Popular Things to do in the Amalfi Coast | Hauteoc Traveler
09302013 Located in Italy's Campania region, the Amalfi Coast begins some thirty miles south of Naples, on the southern side of the Sorrentine peninsula. This is a place where land, sea and sky strike such a note of such otherworldly perfection that the region is best approached by boat in order to take in the panorama. Seven Days in Italy's Seaside Paradise | The Leading Hotels of the World