Alot of people just do a day trip to Amalfi, but you need to see the place at night. When it becomes illuminated, it gives off a pink glow. Some of the best Limoncello in Italy is coming out of Amalfi, and some places will even take you into the basements of their shops and see how it is made. The beach is not as great for swimming as you would expect from such a beautiful coastline, but it is swimmable -- when you are in the water be sure to turn around and look at the coast and the town behind you. And although this seems a little shady, there will be women walking on the beach offering massages, but its harmless and worth it. For a reasonable price, my friend and I each got a massage for about half an hour. Just make sure they go easy on the massage oil.
I loved Naples -- it's a very beautiful city. There are some of the most handsome guys in Europe.
I have visited Sorrento twice. I absolutely love it there, it is one of my favourite places in the whole world. I would strongly reccomend anyone to visit Sorrento and the surrounding area, as it is beautiful and the culture is fantastic! I can't wait to go back!
Don't believe those who say Naples is not worth seeing -- it' s one of the most charming cities in Europe. Don't miss it!
Naples is dirty, it is seedy, and the men are relentless! I would not recommend Napels, especially if you have limited travel time. AND BE CAREFUL OF THIEVES.
This is my new favorite place in Europe. Everything you've read about how beautiful Positano is is completely true. I loved walking down to the sea and stopping at the bar at the bottom and having a glass of wine and fresh green olives. Never mind that famous people like Howie Mandel are eating two tables away. It's the town itself and the views that are the real stars.
I met up with a load of guys who were going down to Willys Pub in Amalfi. We had a fantastic night people there from all over the world and the drinks were reasoably priced. I would recommend the pub to anyone who likes a good night out and a drink.
Salerno is definitely less dangerous than Naples. I duly recommend it to use it as a base for touring around the area (1 day in Pompei, 1 day on the Amalfi Coast, 1 day in Capri). Salerno has nothing really special to offer, but is quieter than Naples and from the train station to the hostel is a nice walk. From Salerno Harbour leaves boats to the Amalfi coast and Capri (2 different boats leaving from 2 different parts of the harbour). The train to Pompei is a 20 minute journey.
Naples was very seedy and dirty. If you're going to stay on the Amalfi Coast, pick a different city. It was expensive and I did not feel very safe there. When I return to Italy I do not plan on going back here.
Sorrento is class! Had the best holiday ever there. Food is really nice too!
Positano is glamorous -- just as it is in the movies.
Go there for the experience of seeing a different side of Italy. But it's not for tourists looking for relaxation and glamour. It is a good place for basing yourself to see Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. I wouldn't suggest Naples for single women travellers with little travelling experience.
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