AN ULTRA-STYLISH DESTINATION FOR A YOUNG AND GLAMOROUS CROWD The historic Palazzo Avino makes for an ultra-romantic place to stay. The hotel itself is impeccably picture-perfect, with its pink walls echoed in the pink and white striped parasols and canopies dotting the terraces that descend down the steep hillside. The interiors are almost as pleasing as the exteriors, with colourful mid-century-inspired rooms by Giuliano Andrea Dell’Uva, one of Italy's most sought-after architects and interior designers. Why Ravello's ‘Pink Palace’ is the perfect Amalfi Coast destination | House & Garden

EMBRACING THE ITALIAN IDEA OF VILLEGGIATURA 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

APRIL 2025

TOMMASO'S LIMONCELLO CLASS

04012025  Aperitivo is a beloved ritual all over Italy, but it’s especially enjoyable here, whether you cozy up in one of the leather club chairs at Bar Caruso — Ravello — or a wicker chair in the Loggiato, the bar’s open-air extension. The limoncello class with Tommaso Mansi, the bar manager, whose family has been cultivating Amalfi’s sfusato lemons on their own farm for generations. Tommaso will explain how the farmers plant the special regional lemons prized for their thick, fragrant skin. Caruso, A Belmond Hotel: A Hilltop Hideaway Far From the Amalfi Coast Crowds | Chase Bank
04022025 Some creative "solutions" from the land of creativity. The real value of any luxury liquid—from water to perfume to whiskey to wine—is not the liquid itself but the label applied to it. How much is a generic, no-label bottle of wine worth? Wine as a commodity generates far less than a buck (or a euro) for the volume equivalent to one bottle. What gives wine value is the story around it: from its appellation, history and production methods to its current reputation and accolades. And conveying that story to the consumer starts with the label. How to Beat Wine Tariffs | Wine Spectator
04032025 Life will return to the ancient city of Pompeii almost two millennia after it was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius thanks to a new viticultural project. The winery is the result of a partnership between Tenute Capaldo Group and Pompeii Archaeological Park: the vineyard itself will cover six hectares. The two grapes which will be initially planted are varieties which Feudi di San Gregorio has championed in Campania: Greco and Aglianico. Plans for Pompeii winery announced | The Drinks Business
04042025 A 350kg Easter egg has been unveiled in Naples as a tribute to the city's rich history and renowned chocolate-making tradition. The colossal creation forms part of the "Napoli Millenaria" cultural project, commemorating 2,500 years of the southern Italian city. Displayed in the Chiaia district, the very location where Gay-Odin first opened its doors, the egg represents a fusion of past and present. The surprising and delicious way Naples celebrated its 2,500th year | The Independent
04052025 The museum is adjacent to their restaurant in Gragnano, Italy. According to researchers, the Cuomos are the oldest pasta-making family in the world. Their pasta is prized worldwide today for its quality and taste enhanced by the hilltop town’s spring water, climate and the use of bronze die in extruding the dough. That dedication can be experienced at Pastificio Cuomo Traditional Trattoria, which features pasta made on-site and used in a variety of traditional southern Italian dishes sourced with local ingredients and prepared by community chefs. Trattoria near Naples a testament to spirit of a timeless pasta-making clan | Stars and Stripes
04062025 The Martyrdom of St. Ursula (1610) painting was made just a month before Caravaggio’s death and had been commissioned by Prince Marcantonio Doria. Its authenticity in a letter from the archive that had been written to the prince by his procurator in Naples. The work has been held in the Intesa Sanpaolo collection: usually on display at the bank’s museum in Naples. An initial restoration brought much greater clarity to the composition, suggesting that the scene takes place within the Hun king Attila’s tent. Restoration of Caravaggio’s Final Work Reveals Shocking Hidden Details | artnet
04072025 Is a question I often ask myself as a food writer. The answer I always come back to is, quite simply, its produce. Nowhere is this more true than in Campania, known by the Romans as Campania Felix, or ‘happy Campania’, because of the fertility of its land. Few places boast such perfect conditions for food production with its climate and volcanic soil. As The Talented Mr Ripley gets a reboot and a new airport opens in Salerno—author of 'Italian Coastal'—explores the wonders of the Amalfi Coast and a lesser known area of Cilento. Where would Dickie Greenleaf have lunch? Amber Guinness on the Amalfi Coast | A Rabbit's Foot
04082025Naples boasts an impressive collection of starred restaurants, each offering unique interpretations of Campanian cuisine. Leading the pack with two coveted Michelin stars is George Restaurant, where Chef Domenico Candela masterfully blends local traditions with innovative techniques. Perched on Corso Vittorio Emanuele, diners enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf while savoring meticulously crafted tasting menus. This Italian city rivals Europe’s food capitals with 5 Michelin stars (locals say the secret lies beneath Mount Vesuvius) | World Day
04092025 “Vinitaly is a key event for Campania’s wine sector,” stated Nicola Caputo, Campania Region’s Minister of Agriculture. “It is a strategic space for visibility and engagement, allowing us to showcase the quality and identity of our regional wine heritage. Our companies take part as leading players, backed by unique biodiversity and a deep-rooted connection to the land. A special thanks goes to President Vincenzo De Luca, who has provided clear strategic direction and ongoing support in enhancing regional agri-food excellence. Campania’s Wine Showcases Its Excellence at Vinitaly with International Masterclasses, Initiatives and Tastings | Wine Industry Network
04102025 Sitting astride cliffs that plunge down to the brilliant-blue Bay of Naples and at the gateway to the fabled Amalfi Coast, Sorrento has got it all going on–a historic center brimming with pastel-painted palazzi, flower-wreathed villas, and roads twisting vertiginously down to a marina where the irresistible tang of freshly grilled seafood hangs on the sea breeze. Gardens bloom and mild, bright days bring highs of around 25°C (77°F), making this a cracking time for exploring and coastal hiking. Most places open in time for Easter. A first-time guide to Sorrento | Lonely Planet
04112025 The Tre Golfi Sailing Week includes the historic Tre Golfi Regatta, one of Mediterranean oldest offshore races. This iconic 156-nautical-mile course weaves through the three renowned gulfs of Naples, Salerno, and Gaeta, rounding their iconic islands. This year's edition continues to attract top international competitors as well as family and friends teams, combining stunning Mediterranean landscapes with challenging competition. Save the date. May 7-22, 2025. Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2025 | Sail-World
04122025 Campania guides you through Italy’s culinary heartland, from the city streets of Naples to the quiet olive groves of Cilento, so you can capture a sense of it all in each dish. You’ll find 21 classic dishes from Campania (including many taken from Armando Aristarco, Naples-native and executive chef at Belmond’s hotel Caruso) and three guest recipes by renowned chefs. Eat Your Way Through Campania | Belmond
04132025 A new crime drama on Amazon Prime, which starts screening later this year, is going to allow a few more people to see inside Treville by streaming it. Treville Positano stars as a luxurious hotel, which is not exactly a stretch. Jesse Williams plays Daniel, a former US Marine who joins a hotel staff to investigate the kidnapping of the owner’s daughter. I think we can assume that, like The White Lotus, this will be a show about bad things happening in a beautiful place. Inside the luxury Amalfi coast stay that stars in a new crime drama | The Times
04142025 Naples, Italy -The big championship moves: Napoli manager Antonio Conte has decided. He wants to stay. And at 19.45, up against Empoli to return to three points off the lead. Conte makes decision on Napoli future amidst Juventus and Milan links | Football Italia
04152025 Did you really think a twenty-year prison sentence for double murder was going to keep these two frenemies apart? "How are you here?” “I’m getting married,” she responds. “Will you be my maid of honor? Did I mention it’s in Capri?” The Simple Favor series is the closest thing moviegoers have to a true daytime soap opera. Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick Head to Capri in ‘Another Simple Favor’ Trailer | Rolling Stone
04162025 The volcanic outcrop of Ischia is the most developed and largest of the islands in the Bay of Naples. An early colony of Magna Graecia, first settled in the 8th century BC, Ischia today is famed for its thermal spas, manicured gardens, striking Aragonese castle and unshowy, straightforward Italian airs – a feature also reflected in its food. Ischia travel - Lonely Planet | Italy, Europe
04172025 Naples: soul, instinct, and passion. We take you into the vibrant world of Napoli through the eyes of Scott McTominay. Explore the city's unique culture, the incredible energy of the fans, and the deep connection between the team and its people. McTominay reveals his love for the game, his tactical insights, and his burning desire to achieve greatness with Napoli. Living the Dream in Naples | Champions of #MadeinItaly with Scott McTominay | Serie A 2024/25
04182025 Today [April 17, 2025], at the Stellantis “Giambattista Vico” plant in Pomigliano d’Arco (Naples), flagship of the Italian industrial system, the 100,000th Alfa Romeo Tonale was produced. The car model is a Sprint version in Rosso Alfa, intended for the Italian market. The production milestone certifies the success of the global model, which marked the entry of the Alfa Romeo brand into the new era of electrification, while remaining faithful to its sporty DNA. 100,000th Alfa Romeo Tonale produced at Pomigliano d’Arco plant | Automotive World
04192025 An alternative way to enjoy the coast’s unmissable views without the crowds. “We stopped offering the classic cycling experience along the busy Amalfi Drive, especially during the summer,” Peter Hoogstaden tells me in a strong Neapolitan accent. A Dutch engineer who moved here over 25 years ago, Peter is one of the pioneers of Italy’s active and sustainable tourism, and my guide for today’s nearly 25-mile cycling tour. I escaped Amalfi’s infamous traffic by travelling by bike – this is what it’s like to cycle one of the most beautiful coasts in Europe | The Independent
04202025 Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Archaeological Park of Paestum, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the hotel hosted countless intimate conversations, impromptu lectures, and artistic musings between Dorfles and the hotel’s owners of Pagano family, with whom he shared a profound friendship. Dorfles found in Paestum—and in the warm embrace of the Savoy Hotel —a spiritual connection between ancient culture and contemporary aesthetics. UNESCO World Art Day 2025 in Cilento Coast | London Daily News
04212025 The development will increase Wizz Air’s weekly flights from Naples and Salerno to 45, further strengthening its presence in the region and Italy. Beyond offering more travel options, Wizz Air’s growth in Naples will generate over 50 direct new jobs with the airline and contribute to the creation of over 300 local jobs in associated industries, stimulating the regional economy. Wizz Air announces major expansion in Campania | TravelDailyNews Media Network
04222025 ParTec AG and the Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II are planning a collaboration for the development, construction and operation of a supercomputer in Naples designed specifically to run cutting-edge, advanced artificial intelligence models. The projected supercomputer leverages the company’s comprehensive expertise in designing and building supercomputer installations. Representing a significant step towards European digital sovereignty and data ownership. ParTec and University of Naples Federico II plan to build the AI supercomputer “VESUVIO” for AI-as-a-Service | MarketScreener
04232025 Discovering Madrid together with the community of Neapolitans living in the Spanish capital. It is an unconventional journey organized by the association Campania Felix, following the traces of the great works carried out by King Charles III of Bourbon, who ascended the Spanish throne after leaving the Kingdom of Naples. A group of Neapolitans, in love with their city of origin but also passionate about the Spanish capital where they have decided to move, has created an event tour, to Madrilenians and anyone who wishes to join. Exploring Madrid Through Neapolitan Eyes | Il Mattino
04242025 Pitched between mighty Mount Vesuvius and the volcanic calderas of Phlegraean Fields, history is revealed around every corner of Naples. Baroque churches, Italian-Renaissance palazzi and Neoclassical opera houses leave you breathless, so ride the funicular up to the top of Castel Sant’Elmo for dreamy views of the Bay of Naples and Sorrento Peninsula beyond, gateway to the spectacular Amalfi Coast. Linger longer to visit the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum or hop over to the idyllic Island of Capri. Naples: Cradle of Italian Culture | Explora Journeys
04252025 “Everything we find is a surprise,” said Federica Nicolardi, a papyrologist from the University of Naples Federico II. Nicolardi selected the scrolls for the Vesuvius Challenge project, and delivered to the Diamond Light Source facility near Oxford. There, researchers used high-powered X-rays to peer inside the tightly wound scrolls without unrolling them. The scans are reconstructed into 3D models and digitally “unrolled” into flat images. Dozens of Ancient Herculaneum Scrolls on Brink of Being Revealed in Landmark Project | Greek Reporter
04262025 Situated in an iconic 200-year-old property, the hotel offers 50 beautifully appointed rooms, including 18 suites with stunning island views. 2025 season features prestigious collaborations with Valextra, E. Marinella, and Isaia, celebrating Italian craftsmanship. Guests can enjoy curated tastings from Bellavista Winery, elevating the dining experience. Exclusive events, like Venerdì Italiano and Dolce Vita Sundays, promise a lively celebration of Capri’s timeless elegance and vibrant atmosphere. Hotel La Palma reopens for a spectacular 2025 season in Capri | Business Traveller
04272025 The latest artistic project by Maurizio Galimberti, dedicated to Il Riccio restaurant in Capri. With his unmistakable Polaroid language, Galimberti has created a photographic portrait that captures the essence of Il Riccio. A work that blends art, gastronomy, and territory into a vibrant and poetic visual narrative. This project stems from Jumeirah Capri Palace’s ongoing commitment to promoting Capri as a place of cultural inspiration—where hospitality becomes an aesthetic experience, and art serves as a powerful storytelling tool.📍 Il Riccio – Capri 📸 Maurizio Galimberti, 2025 | Ermanno Zanini
04282025 The football team U.S. Avellino 1912 has made a triumphant return to Serie B. The new club had a remarkable journey, having started from the amateur leagues before quickly ascending to Serie C. After spending six seasons in Lega Pro, the team has now fulfilled its goal of returning to the second tier of Italian football. Following the match, the celebrations erupted in Avellino, where thousands of fans gathered in the city center to welcome their heroes back. Avellino Celebrates Return To Serie B After Seven Years | The Pinnacle Gazette
04292025 Salerno-Costa d’Amalfi Airport is the second largest airport in the region, located between the municipalities of Pontecagnano Faiano and Bellizzi, about 20 km from Salerno. This airport has a more recent history, is mainly used for private flights and general aviation. However, expansion plans are underway to make it a more important hub for commercial and tourist traffic. Thanks to its strategic location near the Amalfi Coast, Cilento and tourist destinations such as Paestum and Agropoli. How many airports are there in Campania? | Immobiliare.it
04302025 Scott McTominay and team-mate Billy Gilmour have been a hit with the Italian football club, leaving Taste of Scotland with an open goal to promote another Scottish export. In a canny act of national marketing, Scottish food and drink stalls draped in Royal Stewart tartan will be set up in the heart of Naples. A roving offering of goodies, has offered all Napoli season-ticket holders a beer for €2 (£1.70). The deal has gone viral among fans. Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour seen in a promotional cartoon ahead of The Taste of Scotland Tour this week | The Times

TOMMASO'S LIMONCELLO CLASS Aperitivo is a beloved ritual all over Italy, but it’s especially enjoyable here, whether you cozy up in one of the leather club chairs at Bar Caruso — Ravello — or a wicker chair in the Loggiato, the bar’s open-air extension. The limoncello class with Tommaso Mansi, the bar manager, whose family has been cultivating Amalfi’s sfusato lemons on their own farm for generations. Tommaso will explain how the farmers plant the special regional lemons prized for their thick, fragrant skin. Caruso, A Belmond Hotel: A Hilltop Hideaway Far From the Amalfi Coast Crowds | Chase Bank

"FRANCIS NEVILE REID - L'ACQUA DELL'INGLESE" All 10 trails are dedicated to artists and intellectuals who have visited Ravello during their lives and connected with the town in some way. These are Forster, Wagner, Pasolini, Reid, Gide, Woolf, Vidal, Escher, Lawrence, and Pasquale Palumbo, a Ravello citizen who was very involved in the community and loved walking the trails in the area. A new tool to get to know lesser-known places, but also to get the Ravellians themselves more involved and entice them to explore more of their own territory. Ravello Digital Grand Tour | Travel Amalfi Coast by Travelmar

A MUSICAL HAVEN Perched high above the Amalfi Coast, Ravello has long been a muse for artists and musicians. The annual Ravello Festival transforms the town into a symphony of classical music, with performances set against breathtaking coastal backdrops.“In Ravello, the music of the waves blends with the notes of our instruments.” Discover 9 enchanting Italian villages where time stands still (and tourists rarely go) | Catalan News

"FROM THE SLOPES OF VESUVIUS TO THE PLAIN OF CILENTO" For an Italian culinary residency will showcase the talent of the Executive Chef from Caruso, A Belmond Hotel. The Amalfi menu honors the region with traditional recipes centered on seasonal ingredients and slow cooking. It blends flavors from the coast, Lattari Mountains, Sele Plain, and volcanic slopes, reflecting Campania’s heritage and modern culinary vision. The vegetarian option highlights regional fruits and vegetables in a four-course celebration. A Taste of the Amalfi Coast with Ristorante Belvedere’s Chef Armando Aristarco | AUGUSTMAN

STEEP SLOPES, TERRACED GARDENS, SHEER CLIFFS, AND COUNTLESS SHADES OF BLUE There’s a reason droves of tourists flock to the Amalfi Coast. Of the many charming villages along the well-trodden strip of coastline, Ravello takes the cake for captivating beauty. It’s renowned for having gorgeous gardens with far-reaching views out to the sea. And the romantic atmosphere makes it all the more alluring. 9 of the Most Beautiful Places in Italy | Veranda Magazine

PERCHED ON A PROMONTORY OVERLOOKING THE TYRRHENIAN SEA A design destination, Palazzo Avino is like a beautiful fortress, offering the good life with stepped terraces dripping down the rockface, manicured gardens and high class hospitality. Affectionately known as the pink palace of Ravello, from the strawberry-hue, candy-striped parasols and crisp rosé wine to the blush of the horizon as sky and water become one, life here is rosy. Hush Hush Haven On The Amalfi Coast: Palazzo Avino | Country & Town House

ALFRESCO RESTAURANT BRINGS TRADITIONAL, LOCALLY-SOURCED INGREDIENTS TO LIFE More than a meal plan, the Mediterranean Diet is an art of living – an experience to indulge in, for instance, at the legendary Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast. The first rule of the Mediterranean diet’s handbook? Think local and sustainable. Learn to grow your own produce; on the family-owned sustainable farm, rare and long-forgotten vegetables are grown and cooked with passion. The Mediterranean Diet Rulebook | Belmond

NICKNAMED THE PINK PALACE Sisters Mariella and Attilia Avino, the hoteliers behind Palazzo Avino in Ravello, Italy, share the ways their hotel showcases Italian hospitality and design. This year they’ve just revealed a renovation of the on-site Michelin-starred restaurant, and one of the deluxe sea view rooms, while adding new collaborations with Italian designers and artisans for their on-site boutique. Two Women Hoteliers on The Amalfi Coast Turned This Hotel Into a Design Haven | AFAR

THE SOUTHERN PENINSULA'S SUPERSIZE CITRUS FRUIT AND ITS STYLISH STAYS Ravello, and its terraced gardens and historic villas; the lesser-visited former fishing village of Praiano; and Positano, whose heritage hotels and other colourful buildings tumble down the cliffs. Discover Amalfi’s history as a maritime republic, and the namesake town's medieval architecture and Byzantine cathedral, and call in at limoncello-homeland Sorrento (technically on a different peninsula). The most stylish Amalfi Coast hotels for 2024 | Harper's Bazaar

PALAZZO AVINO RECOGNIZED BY CN TRAVELLER AND INCLUDED IN THEIR GOLD LIST Palazzo Avino has a fairy-tale vista across the Monte Avvocata valley and the yacht-speckled Bay of Salerno. Known as the “pink palace of Ravello”, it is run by sisters Mariella and Attilia Avino, who have infused the place with buckets of personality and style. Baroque terraces bursting with bubblegum-pink dipladenias lead down to the pool. The hotel’s beach club, 20 minutes away, is a sprawling cliffside hang-out. The best hotels and resorts in the world: the Gold List 2024 | CN Traveller

KATHY & SEBASTIAN On one of the first few trips the couple took together, they stumbled upon their future wedding venue, Villa Cimbrone in Ravello, Italy. The ocean views from the clifftop sealed the deal. Once they were engaged, the couple reached out to a local planner, to help them pull off all the details, making sure to highlight the venue’s architectural character and stunning setting. The Bride Stepped Out in 4 Stunning Looks During Her Wedding Weekend in Italy—And We Can't Choose a Favorite | Brides

BETWEEN LEMON AND OLIVE GROVES, VINEYARDS, FARMS, AND VILLAGES I’ll be honest, the stairs to Ravello are steep. This hike is a lot more difficult than the Path of the Gods. But it was totally worth it! I began the hike from Atrani’s cathedral, but since these paths form a network, you can start from other towns like Amalfi. Expect to climb around 1,700 ancient steps to the romantic medieval town of Ravello. Let yourself be enchanted (and distracted) by stunning views and the scent of lemons and olives all around you. You Fall-Focused Guide to Ballin’ on a Budget Along The Amalfi Coast | GoneTrending

A PLACE WHERE THE AMALFI CULTURE IS ALIVE AND NEW IDEAS ARE FORMED An immersive retreat, April 22-25, 2024 at Caruso, a Belmond Hotel in Ravello, Italy. Focused on strengthening meaningful connections between like-minded luxury event industry leaders. Through next-level engagement at this exclusive 5-star hotel, our focus will be on personal development and professional growth, featuring outside-the-industry experts, peer-facilitated discussions, and unique experiences. Announcing Engage!24 Amalfi Coast Retreat | Engage! Summits

IT WON'T BE HARD TO SPOT THE RED DOTS OVER THE CLIFFS Where the Tyrrhenian Sea meets the mountains, a pink paradise looks out over the medieval village of Ravello. This year, Italian fashion house Valentino partnered with Palazzo Avino to open up an extensive summertime pop-up for the season, dedicated to the Escape 2023 capsule collection and reimagining the hotel's Clubhouse by the Sea, a 15-minute drive from the main property. Try 100 Different Martinis at a Valentino-Designed Beach Club on the Amalfi Coast | CULTURED Magazine

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

A YEARLY SERIES OF CONCERTS AT THE ITALIAN TOWN OF RAVELLO 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

A MAGNIFICENT 12th-CENTURY PROPERTY AT THE TOP OF RAVELLO Now a five-star luxury hotel run by the Avino sisters. The very private boutique hotel has 43 guest rooms and suites. There is an outdoor heated pool and spa, a Michelin-star restaurant, and a rare beach club on the sea. The sisters took over Palazzo Avino from their father and transformed the property into one of the finest retreats along the coast. The girls grew up learning the hotel business and now act as managing director and director of sales and marketing, with a remarkable sense of detail and style. How Two Sisters Transformed An Italian Palazzo Into A Luxury Hotel On The Amalfi Coast | Forbes