"THERE IS NOTHING TO DO IN CASTELLABATE" This is Cilento, an area of southern Campania in the province of Salerno. "Life just passes you by and that’s why it’s so nice. Sit at a bar in Castellabate and the few tourists you’ll see always look lost. Not because they don’t know where to go, but because there’s nowhere to go.” This small village has few attractions beyond a castle, an observation deck, and a small museum of sacred art housed in a church. 'Pass on Positano': A local shares Italian destination dupes away from the Amalfi Coast crowds | Euronews

JUNE 2024

CILENTO, SLOW AND SOCIAL

06012024 Palazzo Belmonte, Santa Maria di Castellabate - The grandest hotel also has the best location, occupying a crumbly old palazzo right on the sea that was originally the summer residence of the noble Granito family. Decor borders on wacky, but with balconies overlooking crystal waters and lush private gardens, not to mention a large pool and easy walk into town, it’s the ideal base in Cilento. This Italian town holds the key to a long life — I found out why | The Sunday Times

06022024 The Sensi Restaurant in Amalfi, located inside the Hotel Residence with an unbeatable view from the terrace. The cuisine of the young chef Alessandro Tormolino, who, after experiences with Vissani, Colagreco, Iaccarino, and Locatelli, decides to highlight the products of the Campania region. Sensi Restaurant: A Talented Chef on One of Amalfi's Most Beautiful Terraces | Reporter Gourmet
06032024 You can find bliss hiking and swimming along the southern edge of Cilento, but the truly unforgettable experience is La Lamparata: witnessing the nighttime anchovy fishing tradition. Italian hospitality says, “Let me share with you the best of how we do it here.” La Lamparata [The ancient technique of fishing of the Cilento] is the perfect illustration. Part 2: La Lamparata: A Night to Remember in Cilento's Coastal Paradise | Tante Belle Cose
06042024 Expert Rick Steves — well known for his exceptional travel tips — has a suggestion. On his website, Steves lists his favorite beach hideaways, including the town of Sorrento, which he recommends as an Amalfi Coast gateway. He says that Sorrento "has an unspoiled old quarter and a lively shopping street. A handy springboard for regional sightseeing and an ideal home base for the region." One Of Italy's Best Beach Hideaways Is A Gateway To The Beautiful Amalfi Coast, Per Rick Steves | Islands
06052024 Torre Quattro Venti in Capri. This picturesque villa overlooking the Bay of Naples was built by American Painter Elihu Vedder in the typical Moorish style. The villa comprises of 70 square meters of inside area and a large terrace of 200 square meters - for al fresco meals - equipped with sun beds. The Best Airbnbs in Italy, From Puglia to the Dolomites | Vogue
06062024 The hillside Conca dei Marini was first settled by the Etruscans. Retaining its identity as a fishing hamlet, it is one of the best places on the Amalfi Coast for seafood restaurants, including the Michelin-starred restaurant Il Refettorio. It is also the birthplace of the sfogliatella Santa Rosa, a shell-shaped flaky pastry. What to Expect From Each of Amalfi’s 13 Towns | Fodor's Travel
06072024 Even though most Italians need subtitles for its music videos, Naples has given birth to a hugely popular style of hip-hop. Geolier the Neapolitan rapper storms Italy in his native tongue | The Times
06082024 Welcome on board American Airlines! The new route Naples-Philadelphia, the first ever connection of the US major airline with Southern Italy. Find the best day to fly from Philadelphia to Naples. Cheap American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Naples (PHL to NAP) | Travelocity
06092024 Scala is an excellent choice for those who enjoy nature and hiking. I recommend spending time hiking along the pathways leading to the Torre dello Ziro watchtower and the Valle delle Ferriere nature reserve. Scala is also the oldest town along the Amalfi Coast. Skip the crowds in Positano and stay in one of these 5 Amalfi Coast towns instead | Business Insider
06102024 This 5-star luxury hotel places nature and human touch at its core. Inside, you'll find the only 1 Michelin star restaurant in Capri. Young chef Antonio Pedana: local excellence with techniques from around the world. Punta Tragara, the iconic hotel with Capri's only Michelin-starred restaurant: Le Monzù balancing tradition and future | Reporter Gourmet
06112024 Part of the newly renovated Albergo dei Poveri in Naples will be used as a new space for the National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN) in what promises to be a bright spot in the city’s ongoing heritage renaissance. With more than 100,000 sq. m of floor space, it remains one of Europe’s biggest historic buildings. Mega museum planned for vast former hospital in Naples | The Art Newspaper
06122024 Walk towards the Duomo di Napoli, which houses the revered relic of San Gennaro. Across the street you’ll find Januarius, a trattoria that recently earned its first Michelin star. It’s noted for its traditional Campania-style cuisine, including zito spezzato alla genovese and baccalà con scarola. Before you leave, stock up on charcuterie and cheese at the restaurant’s delicatessen. City Break Napled | National Geographic Traveler 
06132024 The launch of their beachwear collection Napoli Vista Mare (Napoli Sea View). The festivities took place in a spectacular villa in Posillipo built on turf rocks overlooking the sea. Legend has it that Naples was born from a siren, not surprisingly, the sinuous mermaid shape is often referenced in The Attico’s voluptuous dresses. The collection played on sharp oppositions between the slinky and the tailored. The Attico FALL 2024 READY-TO-WEAR | VogueRunway
06142024 While waiting to announce The Campania Theater 2024, viewers can revisit the most significant moments of an event that has hosted in Naples and throughout the region. The Nadia Baldi's docu-film - broadcast on Rai 5 - is a visual account of 31 days full of extraordinary events, where theater is the only 'Elsewhere'. Campania Theater Festival: A Journey of Art and Culture | Il Mattino
06152024 Le Sirenuse unveils its latest site-specific commission, a breathtaking swimming pool completely reimaged by figurative artist Nicolas Party. The artwork, a lively aquascape made of mosaics - a choice instructed per the wishes of the hotel’s co-owners - is a joyful reinterpretation of the pool’s distinctive view of the sea and mountains. Dive into Nicolas Party’s otherworldly art at Le Sirenuse swimming pool in Positano | Wallpaper*
06162024 You’d expect someone like Giuseppe Manilia to be in one of the grand patisseries of Paris, but his 'atelier' is in a small town in Cilento. By appointment, an exclusive dessert tasting experience. The Maison Manilia desserts, displayed like jewels are inspired by high-end French patisserie but also feature local flavours. The hidden patisserie in the Cilento Mountains making surprising macarons | Gambero Rosso International
06172024 A capsule collection devoted to tennis clothing with 1970s whiffs reinterpreted through the brands’ luxurious lens of Kiton and its brother label KNT. 'A Grand Journey' through the most iconic tennis venues in Europe, it showcases the brand's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design. Kiton Unveils KNT (Kiton New Textures) at Pitti Uomo: A Luxurious Tennis Tour of Europe | rain
06182024 The Jacquemus défilé is an exception to the “no-visitors-allowed” rule of Villa Malaparte. Jacquemus’ collection matched the aesthetic of its location. The Capri show was rich in clean lines, nude and see-through looks, with a minimal palette that matched the Mediterranean one of the Gulf of Naples, which functioned as the show’s background. The other Capri: keeping it rough at the Jacquemus fashion show | Lampoon Magazine
06192024 After spending the night at anchor, we crossed the Gulf of Naples on a ­sunny, breezy easterly to Torre del Greco, a blue-collar town in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. The working port of Torre del Greco is a gateway to the World Heritage Site of Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast and Naples. Its lighthouse dates back to the 16th century. Cruising Italy: A Voyage Through Time | Cruising World
06202024 The beach at Herculaneum archaeological park, once a popular resort town for many of Rome’s patrician families, has now been restored and officially reopened to the public. Artefacts, including human remains, were discovered in the years-long restoration effort in southern Italy. This Ancient Beach Has Just Reopened After Nearly 2,000 Years | The Daily Beast
06212024 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
06222024 Jennifer Lopez is flying solo—or at least, on her latest European trip anyway.The Mother star was spotted without her hubby Ben Affleck or any family in footage, where the actress seemed to be enjoying an outing at a hotel in Positano, Italy. In a video published by TMZ, the Selena star can be seen with a few friends walking down a flight of stairs and eventually boarding a small watercraft. Jennifer Lopez Spotted on Solo Trip in Italy Amid Rumored Ben Affleck Marital Woes | Parade
06232024 The city of Castellammare di Stabia and its marina are becoming increasingly popular as locations for boaters. This is due to its strategic geographical position to the Gulf of Naples. Marina di Stabia tourist port is one of the best equipped and organized in the entire Neapolitan archipelago. It boasts 871 berths for yachts up to 100 meters in length and depths on the quay up to 6 meters deep. Why is the Castellammare di Stabia Marina the Best Choice if you Desire to Sail and Discover the Gulf of Naples? | Your Boat Holiday
06242024 The ornate room would have been used for ritual activities or storing sacred objects, according to the Archaeological Parks of Pompeii. The pigment of the room is particularly significant, according to experts, who noted "the color blue found in this room rarely occurs in Pompeian frescoes and was generally used for elaborately decorated rooms." Pompeii excavation unveils rare 'blue room' believed to be an ancient shrine | Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
06252024 92 years old but no wrinkles, almost a century of undisputed beauty, sailed out for the World tour, combining the traditional training activity of officer cadets and the promotion of ‘Made in Italy’ excellence in the countries and ports covered by the campaign. Built at the Castellammare di Stabia (near Naples) royal naval shipyard and launched on 22 February 1931, the Amerigo Vespucci is the oldest vessel in service with the Italian Navy. Italian Navy’s Amerigo Vespucci Tall Ship Began Its 20-Month World Tour | Naval News
06262024 Palagrello Bianco is found in the province of Caserta. Quite rich on the palate, typical aromas include lemon peel, orange zest and grapefruit, and in warmer years, notes of papaya and golden apples. Some examples, such as the Morrone from Alois winery are vinified in wood for a few months; these offer beautiful white and yellow spice notes, and display lovely texture. Head To Campania For Italy’s Most Distinctive White Wines | Forbes
06272024 Chosen by our local Naples correspondents, the more than 70 spots featured in the book represent the best of the city’s local and neighborhood food scene, from old-school pizzerias to out-of-the-way trattorias and specialty shops where you can load up on cheese and coffee. Naples: An Eater’s Guide to the City | Culinary Backstreet
06282024The colors of the sky and the sea in the Blu Ponti Collection that Gio Ponti realized between 1960 and 1962 to cover the floor of the lobby and of the hundred rooms at the Hotel Parco dei Principi in Sorrento, the first design hotel in the world. 33 decorations with geometric and naturalistic motifs signed for Ceramica Francesco De Maio that represent the emblem of the Made in Italy in the world. Blu Ponti Collection of Ceramica Francesco De Maio | Cersaie
06292024 «Tradition and respect for the raw material trying to excite not only the palate but also the heart !» Chef Emanuele Petrosino, of Campania origins, will reorganize and enhance the kitchens of the entire hotel structure. «Vesuvius for me means home having grown up on its slopes. My "new growth" pushed me to new slopes: those of the Grand Hotel Vesuvio, an institution of history and hospitality. The new Executive Chef Emanuele Petrosino arrives at the Grand Hotel Vesuvio | Holidaycoast
06302024 The spaces of the Madre Museum are rich in references that range from Baroque to minimalism. Together with Gucci, they welcome into the cultural heart of Naples a collective. The exhibition figuratively explores the themes addressed in the book, which, between subjectivity and history, investigates the possibility of social and anthropological transformations in a time of profound change for the city of Naples. The Remains of Nothing | MUSE Magazine

CILENTO, SLOW AND SOCIAL Palazzo Belmonte, Santa Maria di Castellabate - The grandest hotel also has the best location, occupying a crumbly old palazzo right on the sea that was originally the summer residence of the noble Granito family. Decor borders on wacky, but with balconies overlooking crystal waters and lush private gardens, not to mention a large pool and easy walk into town, it’s the ideal base in Cilento. This Italian town holds the key to a long life — I found out why | The Sunday Times

BEACH HOLIDAYS AT THE HOTEL GARDEN RIVIERA The Cilento coast is studded with small seaside towns, overlooking the blue flag beaches. Santa Maria di Castellabate is just such a place: fishing boats return early in the morning to supply the town’s restaurants. Days can be spent lazing on the sands or following hiking trails into the Cilento national park, with the nearby archaeological sites of Paestum and Velia. 10 of the best beach towns in Europe, with places to stay | The Guardian

CILENTO GIVES YOU A CHANCE TO TIME TRAVEL There are a number of coastal towns to choose from, like Agropoli; Castellabate, where you’ll find the grand Palazzo Belmonte hotel, originally built in the 17th century; Palinuro; and Marina di Camerota. But Cilento is more than its beaches. Unesco World Heritage describes Cilento as “an outstanding cultural landscape.” The Cilento is also renowned for its robust Mediterranean cooking and for having a high percentage of centenarians. 5 Alternative Ways To Experience Italy In 2024 | Forbes

HOLIDAYS APARTMENTS WITH VIEW OF THE GULF OF SALERNO The spacious estate A' Cràpa Mangia, carefully restored and surrounded by fruit and olive trees, lies in the middle of the Cilento National Park. The hillside estate dates back to the 17th century and comprises the Casa Grande and four other natural stone buildings such as former stables, tool sheds, bakehouse and storerooms, housing nine vacation apartments. New green pearl in the south of Italy: A' Cràpa Mangia | TravelDailyNews

APRIL 2018

OUR PRISTINE SEA

04012018 One of the most beautiful places in Italy, but it hasn't sacrificed its local culture to the giant tour busses. The only American who seems to have visited is Vice President Joe Biden who vacationed in Santa Maria Castellabate in June 2011. He and his wife Jill stayed right on the beach at the elegant, but unpretentious, Palazzo Belmonte. Both professed foodies, they loved the local dishes, especially a plate of homemade ravioli. Castellabate: Italy's Most Beautiful Village | Feast on History
04022018 Capri was our destination which people kept telling me was famous for Gracie Fields living there. I was however  more interested in Swedish-born physician Axel Munthe; born 1857 and died  1949, author of the book ‘The Story of San Michele’ published in 1926 and a best seller in numerous languages, reprinted constantly over the years. Over The Sea to Capri … And The Villa San Michele | Images Publishing
04032018 Being largely washed by the Tyrrhenian sea, many leisure tourism destinations were developed over the years in Campania, such as Capri, Ischia, Procida, Amalfi, Positano and Sorrento; besides Naples, which is the regional capital. HVS In Focus: Capri Island, Italy | Hospitality Net
04042018 Its ash and pumice form the soils in Irpinia, 30 miles away. Bottle to try: 2009 Mastroberardino Naturalis Historia Taurasi comes from a top wine estate making several fine reds from aglianico grapes; this dark, intense, mineral-inflected example from 40-year-old vines is concentrated and deep. Boom: Rare volcanic wines are getting poured around the globe | The Malay Mail
04052018 Flights are available from New York to Naples, Italy for as little as the high-$300s. This price is so good that it might be worth booking a connection to New York so that you can take advantage. This incredible flight deal to Italy is going fast — book now to save hundreds or you'll miss out | Business Insider
04062018 Planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast and flying into the Naples Airport? Then I have some good news for you! There’s a new bus service that goes direct from the Naples Capodichino Airport to multiple destinations on the Amalfi Coast. New Bus Service from Naples Airport to the Amalfi Coast | Ciao Amalfi
04072018 It is best to arrange a private transfer from Naples to the Amalfi Coast in advance. When you are travelling in groups larger than four, it is also often cheaper to travel by private transfer. Reserve cars and vans ahead of time with drivers who speak English and are knowledgable about the region. How to Get to the Amalfi Coast (and not go completely crazy...) | Sauced & Found
04082018 LaRaia aims to use ingredients that many Americans have never heard of or tried, like Colatura di Alici, an anchovy sauce native to the Amalfi Coast. "It's an expensive ingredient, but you only need to use a tiny bit of it," she says, noting that that's how it's used in Italy. The biggest things Americans get wrong about Italian food, according to a chef | INSIDER
04092018 Join Aum Lotus Tribe for an unforgettable and transformational yoga retreat into an oasis of peace, situated right in the heart of nature on one of the world’s most stunning and beautiful coastlines. Retreat for a week of relaxation and wellbeing in Positano’s unspoiled natural surroundings. 7 Days Oasis of Peace Yoga Retreat Amalfi Coast, Italy | Bookyogaretreats.com
04102018 When I asked my family how they would describe Il San Pietro Hotel, these were their answers: “totally over the top,” “stunning,” “views to die for,” and “heavenly.” I think I can safely say that this is the most spectacular place we’ve ever stayed in (and I‘ve loved so many of the places we’ve stayed in over the years while traveling). Travel Diary: Positano | I Believe in Pink
04112018 The Irpinia district of Avellino has three DOCG appellations named for its respective commune - Taurasi, Fiano di Avellino, and Greco di Tufo. There are also 14 protected designations of origin, DOCs. There are also 14 protected designations of origin, DOCs. The Wines of Avellino in Campania | Chigazola Merchants
04122018 Fiano wines are fairly weighty with aromas and flavours of honey and spice. From a good vintage, Fiano di Avellino has potential to age beautifully in bottle, developing complex nutty and spicy notes. Italy's New Noble Grape - Aglianico | Caro's Wines Blog
04132018 Located in the Campania region, the Lonardo family farms five hectares of vines with organic methods, particularly Aglianico in Irpinia’s Taurasi zone. Vineyards are planted at an elevation of 1300 feet on volcanic slopes, which are typical of the zone. Contrade di Taurasi, Villa Dora Winery & La Sibilla | Celebrations Wine Club
04142018 Neapolitan pizza, San Marzano tomatoes, Mozzarella di bufala and espresso ... just a few of the delicious reasons that make it impossible not to fall in love with Southern Italian food, which has attracted such an ardent following worldwide. Naples and the Amalfi Coast in 50 Iconic Recipes | Fine Dining Lovers
04152018 Famed for its fresh, local Mediterranean dishes, Belvedere Restaurant offers diners an unforgettable experience. Chef Mimmo di Raffaeli takes guests on a tantalizing journey of discovery where traditional Italian specialties inspire innovative dishes. 5 Restaurants Worth Traveling For | Luxury Travel Magazine
04162018 At the heart of Avellino is an ancient district known as Irpinia, one of the most fertile wine-growing regions in Italy, which some say is a wine paradise back to the ancient Greeks. Irpinia in Campania – Italy's Next Hot Spot? |  Never Stop Traveling
04172018 Your place in the sun, and shade: one of the bathing spots along the rocky shoreline of the Amalfi Coast. Siren Song: How Italy's Amalfi Coast seduced the world | The Telegraph
04182018 While in Naples during their trip to Italy, an overconfident Jordan Schlansky mansplained to a rather manic Conan O’Brien the proper way to order an espresso, particularly how ask for it, his erroneous reason why people stand while drinking espresso and the perfect amount of ingredients to make a proper espresso. Jordan Schlansky Mansplains How to Order an Espresso to a Caffeinated Conan in Naples, Italy | Laughing Squid
04192018 Fabio Petani has just sent in some flicks of his work for 7th mural of Parco dei Murales project in Naples. Mural named “O Sciore Cchiù Felice” (also a name of a suggestive song by the Almamegretta ska/rap/dub/world/reggae group from Naples) is dedicated to the worth and knowledge of the local areas and was inspired by the work of Mr. Aldo Merola, the botanist who was one of the most relevant directors of the Royal Botanical Garden in Naples. “O Sciore Cchiù Felice” by Fabio Petani in Naples, Italy | StreetArtNews.net.
04202018 There was a city in Italy, the ill-famed Baiae, where the rich built luxurious mansions for indulging in wild wine parties and top-class hedonism. 1700-year-old city of sin Baiae discovered under deep sea waters surrounding Gulf of Naples | HappyTrips
04212018 Archaeologists have already identified an open area that they believe was a garden whose function will be better investigated through palaeobotanical analysis. The south-eastern corner of the 'garden' has already revealed several amphorae, whose type and contents are now being studied. New Pompeii excavations a revelation | ANSA.it
04222018 The place where wine processing and tasting still takes place is a typical example of Ischia’s architectural tradition. In this green tuff cave we still find, unchanged, the old rooms and tools for the production of wine: the millstone, the store-room, the so-called “pietra torcia” (the most ancient pressing system) and the basin for the collection of rainwater. The hotel wine cellar: since 1823 vintage wines and ancient tastes of Ischia | Hotel Il Gattopardo Terme
04232018 One of the first medical spas in Europe, the Capri Beauty Farm is renowned for its 'Leg School' treatment. Synonymous with improving circulation, lymphatic drainage and reducing water retention; all of which contribute towards the dreaded cellulite. Capri Palace – the spa and foodie dream destination | HELLO!
04242018 Italian national holidays include April 25, Liberation Day, marking the end of WWII; May 1, International Labor Day; and June 2, Republic Day. From June to September, the towns of the Amalfi Coast celebrate their patron saints with festivals that include processions, parades, music and fireworks. Exploring the Amalfi Coast in 2018: Where to go, what to see, where to stay | Luxury Travel Magazine
04252018 Archeologists in Pompeii have discovered the skeleton of a child who tried in vain to hide from the cataclysmic eruption of Mt Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. The child, believed to be seven or eight years old, apparently took refuge in a public baths complex after the volcano erupted and started spewing ash and pumice into the air. Skeleton of child trying to shelter from Vesuvius eruption uncovered in Pompeii | The Telegraph
04262018 Our guide was a Vesuvius expert who’d been working on the volcano for 15 years, and as we headed up over stacks of rock and high above the people on the path below, he pointed out signs of the monitoring that goes on to keep the residents of the Bay of Naples safe. Inside the volcano: Climbing Vesuvius' crater | On the Luce travel blog
04272018 Positano in Italy has won as the most hash tagged beach on Instagram. This stunning Italian pebble beach is next to a cliff side village made up of multi-coloured houses – and you can instantly see why it’s an Instagram winner. Europe’s most Instagrammed beaches | The Sun
04282018 The famous Glass Bottomed Boat “Cymba” of which so many have enquired, sails from Baia Port (Sat and Sun only). It looks fantastic with seating options of deck or inside the glass hull (life jackets provided). Bay of Naples – New Hotels, TWO Glass Bottomed Boats and a new Site – Pausylipon (Seiano Grotto)! | HelleneTravel
04292018 Let’s get a little adventurous this week. Trust me on this one. One sip and you’ll be hooked. I discovered the falanghina grape while in Italy visiting my family’s olive oil business in the Campania region. Falanghina (pronounced fal-un-GEE-nuh) is my favorite white varietal. Pulse Drinking: White wine lovers need to experience Terredora Dipaolo Falanghina | Ohio.com
04302018 Falanghina has been one of Italy’s biggest wine success stories of the last 30 years. It is yet another of the almost countless examples of once-forgotten native grapes that had approached extinction in the ‘70s and are now instead the source of highly popular wines that are sold everywhere in Italy and abroad. In this case, credit must go to Leonardo Mustilli for having brought Falanghina back to the public’s attention. The Wines of Campania: Getting Better and Better | Vinous