SALERNO CONTAINER TERMINAL: THE IDEAL GATEWAY LINKING SOUTHERN ITALY TO THE WORLD Container traffic at the port of Salerno rose 16.4% in 2025. Across the region’s ports, combined container volumes grew 5.1% over the year. Salerno continues to absorb much of the export-driven manufacturing traffic from Central and Southern Italy, while the Port of Naples focuses more on a multipurpose approach and liquid bulk. Banca d’Italia: Salerno container traffic jumps 16.4% as Campania’s ports expand – 2025 | Ports Europe

SALERNO, CITY VIBES. DRIVEN BY SPORT. The city of Salerno is preparing [July 18 - August 1] to become the European capital of sport, promoting the values of inclusion, dialogue and intercultural growth for thousands of university athletes. EUG Salerno 2026 will not only have a positive economic impact but will also highlight the region’s commitment to sustainability and cultural heritage, contributing to a responsible and conscious tourism model. Your Mediterranean Destination, Salerno, Campania | European Universities Games 2026

ORIGINALLY A ROMAN COLONY, SALERNO WAS RESHAPED BY THE NORMANS IN THE 11th CENTURY Salerno is tucked just under the Sorrentine peninsula and about half an hour south of Naples on the fast train. It’s an ideal base for jumping on trains to inland attractions such as Pompeii and Paestum, but also for catching ferries to every destination along the Amalfi coast, as well as Capri. The vibrant port city offers a more relaxed and budget-friendly base for exploring this beautiful coastline by train and ferry. Salerno: the charming and affordable gateway to Italy’s Amalfi coast  | The Guardian

BOTANIST MATTEO SILVATICO RULES Training to methodologies of narratology and literary criticism: how to use sources, data, and critical skills to approach ancient and medieval sources and cultures. How ‘medical schools’ functioned in the Middle Ages, starting with that of Salerno. Issues directly related to the historical knowledge of medicinal plants and the practical and scientific traditions associated with their use, including insights into their application in recent pharmacological developments. "The Memory and Myth of Medical Knowledge in the Premodern Era: The ‘Salerno Medical School’ in the Euro-Mediterranean Context and Beyond” | Centre for Medieval Arts and Rituals

THE UNDER-THE-RADAR AMALFI COAST TOWN THAT'S SURGING IN INTEREST A Skyscanner trend: the seaside charm of Salerno. The town is also home to one of Italy’s largest urban parks, Mercatello Park, which stretches over 24 acres, while four main seafront promenades give residents and visitors a place to stroll while looking over the Gulf. Less than a 25-minute drive from the centre of Salerno is Parco Naturale Diecimare, a 444-hectare park with dozens of hiking trails that capture panoramic views of the city. Italy’s ‘less glitzy’ gateway destination named one of 2026’s best places to visit | Metro.co.uk

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"With Salerno becoming a destination in the Mediterranean basin, we need to implement a strategy for Salerno and its province to intercept more and more flows for the Salerno provincial destinations, which offer authenticity, emotions, and even experiential tourism. We have seen that the city has grown significantly as a cruise hub," confirms the local president of Confesercenti, "and this can represent a formidable injection of confidence for the so-called return tourism and ensure that international guests can return and visit the province far and wide." Shifting Travel Patterns in Salerno | Il Mattino

SALERNO MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS With August on the horizon, the peak of the tourist summer begins. There are expectations of full occupancy, especially during Ferragosto in coastal locations. Positive prospects also for the town of Salerno, where the renewed Giardino della Minerva remains an attraction. 'The forecasts for August,' notes Marco Sansiviero, president of Fenailp Turismo, 'confirm a positive trend for tourism in the province of Salerno, with average occupancy already above 75% in the main coastal locations and peaks close to full occupancy in Cilento. August Tourism Boom in Salerno | Il Mattino

SALERNO COSTA D'AMALFI AIRPORT British Airways is set to launch new flights to a city known as the Gateway to Italy's prettiest region just in time for summer. The flag carrier will operate three weekly flights to Salerno from Gatwick with the first taking off on May 22. 'Those looking to explore the wider Amalfi Coast are drawn in by its dramatic coastline, lush scenery and the charm of its towns, such as Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, which overlook the glistening Mediterranean Sea.' Italy's 'prettiest region' gets new British Airways flights just in time for summer | Daily Mail

THE BRAND-NEW AIRPORT IN THE HEART OF SOUTHERN ITALY 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

WIZZ AIR'S NEW ROUTES FROM CAMPANIA 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

CONSIDER SALERNO AS BASE A map shows two bays along the Tyrrhenian Sea—the Gulf of Naples to the north and the Gulf of Salerno further south. The city, where the first medical school in the world was founded in the ninth century, also includes a strong sense of community. Locals gather to amble along the coast and ports on Sunday afternoons. Café service is not harried and cappuccino and croissants can be surreally delicious at excellent prices. Travel For Three Days To Pompeii, Paestum And Positano In Italy | Forbes

SALERNO (QSR), A GATEWAY BETWEEN THE AMALFI & CILENTO COAST The UK's flagship airline has announced an exciting new route that may dictate your Summer plans for 2025. Salerno, situated on the Amalfi Coast, this picturesque Italian gem is set to become more accessible than ever, thanks to British Airways’ flights from London Gatwick. Salerno is well worth the visit: its charming old town is filled with cobblestone streets, bustling piazzas, and fascinating historical landmarks. On Your Radar: Discover the Charm of Salerno on the Stunning Amalfi Coast | Travel Radar

CITY LIGHTS Italy, a perennial favorite among European travel destinations, captivates visitors with its stunning coastal views, rich architecture, culinary delights, and sunny weather. The Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site attracting nearly five million visitors annually. However, its charm has often been overshadowed by its challenging accessibility. This is set to change with the Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport. Located approximately 45 kilometers from Amalfi and 21 kilometers from Salerno. Amalfi Coast to Gain New Airport, Simplifying Travel to Italy’s Iconic Destination | Travel And Tour World

BRUTALIST SACRA FAMIGLIA TURNS 50 Photographer Ste Murray spotlights the Sacra Famiglia Church in Salerno, Italy. His visual essay takes a look at the sunlit stillness of six interlocking circular elements — three of which represent the Holy Trinity — which form this sacred space built by Paolo Portoghesi. Situated beside a school, and within a residential neighbourhood, it is backdropped by scenic, tranquil mountains. Ste Murray captures concrete curves and rings of Sacra Famiglia Church in Italy as it turns 50 | designboom

TODAY! DESTINATION SALERNO The Amalfi Coast welcomes some five million tourists every year and for a good reason: it is one of the most beautiful areas across the whole Italian peninsula. The Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is 27 miles away from Amalfi and 31 from Salerno, which has several bus connections to the Amalfi Coast. The beautiful European holiday hotspot getting its own airport after £253m revamp | Daily Express

DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM SWITZERLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, THE UK, AND OTHER ITALIAN CITIES With the opening of the airport to commercial flights this summer, planning a trip to Salerno has never been easier. A brand-new airport built to be one of the most eco-friendly airports in Europe thanks to its high energy efficiency and reduced emissions standards, Aeroporto Salerno-Costa d’Amalfi will be located just south of Salerno. Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Salerno, the Often Overlooked Gateway to the Amalfi Coast | Condé Nast Traveler

FLIGHTS TO AND FROM THE AMALFI COAST IN ITALY A new terminal (Aeroporto di Salerno Costa d'Amalfi) will begin serving a popular European holiday destination next summer, making it much easier to visit. That's all set to change next summer when the first planes will take off and arrive at the newly revamped Pontecagnano (Salerno) Airport. They include the extension of the Salerno metro to the airport, with 9km of new metro that will flank the Salerno Battipaglia railway line with 5 new stops. New European airport launching next summer after renovation costing more than £400m – with flights to holiday hotspots | The Sun

WHY SALERNO BOAT SHOW? Yacht dealers will wait at Salerno for you! Marina d’Arechi will become the stars of the nautical market. In one of the most advanced facilities on the Italian coast, the Salerno Boat Show, the nautical event that attracts more and more enthusiasts each year, returns-for its seventh edition. Salerno Boat Show 2023 | 1-5 November | Marina d'Arechi | Bénéteau

WORD OF THE FEMINE WORLD: CARE As a prominent journalist for Sky tg24 and host of Buongiorno, Sky’s leading morning news program, Tonia Cartolano is one of Italy’s most widely celebrated anchors and journalists. The Salerno born multi-award-winning journalist and author has covered major national and international news events as a correspondent, providing close-up coverage of global crisis contexts in different foreign theaters. In 2022, Cartolano wrote LeadHers: Women and Stories of Extraordinary Normality, "on the work and career possibilities from the perspective of a southern woman." Tonia Cartolano | Lost & Found Italy

HYPERREAL PHOTOGRAPHIC RENDERINGS INTO A DRAMATIC MODERN LANDSCAPE The creation of a futuristic Zaha Hadid architecture to launch Polestar 3, the first SUV designed from the ground up to be pure electric. The team admits it has manipulated the Napoli Afragola railway station and the Salerno Maritime Terminal around the car to create the otherworldly feel. Final post-production elements were later added, including blending surreal shadows and reflections with sharp curves. Polestar 3 launches with a campaign shaped by Benedict Redgrove and INK | Wallpaper