who works with responsibility for the European Funds to tell a story of success in the use of the European Funds which saw the municipal administration carry out a project that made it possible to recover an abandoned historic building in a university campus with advanced training in the field of food and wine and tourism.  This is the story of the former Colonia Montana ‘Prince of Naples’ which since 1938 has stood on top of a belvedere overlooking the Amalfi coast and with a wide view of the Gulf of Salerno and the island of Capri a building of historical and artistic interest has been returned to the community  giving it new life focusing on the vocation of Agerola for hospitality typical gastronomy and the enhancement of the typical products of the territory Three main rooms on the ground floor: the lobby the reception room and the multipurpose room intended for lessons of a theoretical nature; two training rooms side by side; a tasting and washing room; a sommelier room and a pastry room equipped with the most modern kitchen equipment and each student has a fully equipped station The second and third floors house double rooms and their toilets In total the property has 35 double rooms and 3 suites An industrial kitchen (in the basement) an open-air amphitheater and 23,000 square meters of public park complete the whole The municipality of Agerola has awarded a concession The Montana Colony is now the ‘Prince of Naples’ Campus It offers advanced training courses in food and wine as well as a course of study aimed at obtaining three-year and master's degrees in Economics and Tourism Sciences the Gastronomic University headed by Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck offers an advanced training course to develop the skills necessary for the needs of food and catering professionals through an increasingly strong link between knowledge and processing of raw materials the creative sphere and knowledge of an economic Best in Travel is here! Discover 2025’s destinations The 30 best countries, cities and regions to visit in 2025 Plan your trip with Elsewhere, by Lonely Planet See where a Lonely Planet Membership takes you Subscribe to our weekly newsletters to get the latest travel news, expert advice, and insider recommendations Explore the world with our detailed, insightful guidebooks Stay ahead of the curve with our guidebooks Uncover exciting new ways to explore iconic destinations Every month, we release new books into the wild Search Search Close search menu Explore Best in Travel 2024 Africa Close menu Countries Antarctica Antarctica Close menu Regions Asia Asia Close menu Countries Australia & the Pacific Australia & the Pacific Close menu Countries The Caribbean The Caribbean Close menu Countries Central America Central America Close menu Countries Europe Europe Close menu Countries Middle East Middle East Close menu Countries North America North America Close menu Countries South America South America Close menu Countries Wine-dark seas, lemon groves and stacks of pastel-hued houses perched perilously on a stretch of craggy coastline. It’s not a dream: you’re on Italy’s Amalfi Coast Now your only worry is reaching its most stunning destinations Maybe you love driving overseas; maybe you harbor an Italian dream of whizzing around on a Vespa your Peppa Pig–pink scarf fluttering in the wind The Amalfi Coast is notoriously hard to navigate due to its cliff-top roads hairpin curves and perilous drop-offs toward the surging sea Driving through this hugely popular region can mean dealing with insane traffic and parking is shockingly expensive – if you can even find it but only if you’re already an experienced driver Now here’s the good news: there’s an extensive public transit network in the region that will get you nearly anywhere you want to go the public-transport options can be spotty – but trust me: they’re still better than driving the anarchic razor-narrow SS163 state road in high season Apart from Sorrento and Vietri sul Mare, this mountainous coast is not reached by Italy’s train system. There are frequent buses and an excellent fleet of speedy ferries between cities, as well as from Naples It also became much easier to reach certain towns in July 2024 when a new airport opened near Salerno.  Read on to learn how to navigate the Amalfi Coast’s best places in five steps Balance your time against your Amalfi wish list So much to see, so little time: believe me, I empathize. But if you’re relying on public transport, it’s most wise to limit your itinerary to just a few places, and resisting the urge to program two or more experiences on the same day broadly in order of public-transport-friendliness The towns between Amalfi and Salerno are a breeze to reach by ferry or 5570 SITA bus (barring unforeseen issues). Note that the last ferry from Positano leaves in the late afternoon in the high season with service diminishing in the low season Hilltop Ravello is inland You’ll have to transfer if you’re based elsewhere Catch the 5080 bus from Amalfi to Agerola (Bomerano) this iconic clifftop hike’s starting point The hike finishes in the hamlet of Nocelle where you can reward yourself with a lemon stand slushie then walk down the (1700!) steps to Positano The 5570 SITA bus will get you to the Fiordo di Furore and Conca dei Marini beaches, as well as the Grotta dello Smeraldo a natural cave with phosphorescent green waters I recommend choosing just one – while they’re only a few kilometers apart it can be tricky to coordinate bus schedules This secluded pebble beach’s iconic arched bridge makes for an unforgettable backdrop There are more than 40 trains daily from Naples to Salerno including fast direct trains and slower trains which require a change You’ll need the SITA Nord or EAV buses to reach villages like Nerano the crux of the Baia di Ieranto and Punta Campanella hikes as well as the stop for Marina del Cantone beach Here’s where it gets tricky: Nerano’s main piazzetta is the start of the Baia di Ieranto hike – but it’s a 35-minute upward schlep to Termini and a 20-minute downward walk to Marina del Cantone you may be tempted to do all the Nerano experiences in one day – but if you value your health try these three discrete itineraries instead Itinerary 1: Pack a panino alla caprese, made with tomatoes and juicy mozzarella di bufala. Take the bus to Nerano, then hike to the Baia di Ieranto, a stunning cliff beach with views of Capri Itinerary 2: Catch the bus to Nerano and up to Termini to hike to Punta Campanella, the Sorrento Peninsula’s southernmost point reward yourself with some cheesy spaghetti alla Nerano at Ristorante Eughenes Itinerary 3: Head to Nerano on the bus and down to Marina del Cantone where you’ll share the bay with majestic sailboats Sit down for lunch at Mary’s Beach or Ostello le Sirene For more-involved experiences on the Sorrentine peninsula or inland on the Amalfi Coast most strategic regional base for non-drivers as it has direct connections to every point of interest on the coast and the Sorrento Peninsula France and other parts of Italy in July 2024 Shuttle buses connect from the airport to bring passengers to nearby towns a village within walking distance of Sorrento; Atrani a village between Amalfi and Vietri sul Mare with good ferry service It’s a sucker’s game: if you visit the Amalfi Coast during high season (Easter to August) you’ll fight (yes yet if you come during off or shoulder season public transit service – especially ferries – will be drastically reduced study up on transit times to avoid unwelcome surprises leave enough time in your itinerary to allow for buses falling behind schedule due to insane summer traffic or the chance that the bus you’ve been waiting for under the hot sun is full and just zips past as you gawp helplessly Always have water and a charged phone so you can track buses and – if all else fails – call a cab Bus or ferry? The SITA bus runs late at night and can take you to mountain villages and the coast’s natural wonders. Taking the SITA is an unforgettable experience: you’ll taste agony and ecstasy as the bus squeezes past cars and careening scooters while drivers honk their horns furiously, or in warning to other vehicles. If you’re just moving along the coast, take the ferry, since they’re less crowded and often quicker, even in high season. And just think of the views from the sea as that magical coastline comes into focus. I’d master driving a Vespa. Just kidding! (Or am I?) The best advice – apart from not traveling to this region during high season – is to not pack too many experiences in one day, as I did in Nerano. Just take it slow: pick a spot, sip a spritz and savor the pink sun sinking into the Gulf of Naples. After all, isn’t that why you came? The European Commission’s communication campaign which highlights the projects co-financed by the EU that are among the most significant for local populations stopped in Campania at the Colonia Montana Principe di Napoli” in the hamlet of San Lazzaro di Agerola A day of celebration that opened the doors of the structure Middle school students took part in an exhibition of drawings on the subject of land reclamation while students from the Raffaele Viviani Hotel Institute in Castellammare di Stabia revisited famous recipes from the various EU Member States using typical local products The day continued with a meeting on the recovery path of the Cologne in the presence of representatives of the European Commission and local institutions including DG Regional & Urban Policy  Matteo Salvai Press and Social Media and Campaign Coordinator Olivia BRUYAS the Mayor of Ageola Thomas Naclerius (disambiguation) e Queen Milo (disambiguation) Councillor with responsibility for NRRPs and European Funds After a guided tour of the Prince of Naples Campus Marisa Laurito artist and cultrist of the Neapolitan culinary tradition and Antonio Villani sous chef of the ‘San Pietro’ Restaurant in Positano (Naples) gave rise to a nice ‘cooking challenge’ that saw two different ways of interpreting the typical products of the area The Spring Festival ended with a musical performance by the folk group city of Agerola The urban recovery and regeneration project carried out with the European Funds of the Campania Region is the subject of communication measures for a whole month as part of the campaign #EUinmyRegion with intensive programming both on-line and off-line (posting and radio) with particular reference to the metropolitan areas of Naples and Salerno The restoration project of the former Colonia Montana ‘Principe di Napoli’ in Agerola (Naples) completed in 2019 a structural recovery financed by the European Union with ERDF funds of 4.7 million euro out of a total of 6.3 million euro on the 2014-2020 Campania ROP The building is now home to the Principe di Napoli Campus the Gastronomic University headed by Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck which offers advanced training to develop the skills needed by catering professionals The former Colonia Montana ‘Principe di Napoli’ also hosts an accommodation facility generating further development opportunities for the economy of the Lattari mountains 23,000 square metres of parkland overlooking the Amalfi Coast and an astronomical observatory with a planetarium complete the complex The true history of the Agerola-Quisisana aqueduct near Pompeii and Sorrento may soon be revealed according to local historian Angelo Acampora and two enthusiasts from ArcheoClub d’Italia As reported in Italian news agency AGI (Agenzia Giornalistica Italiana) the Bourbon-era aqueduct supplying the town of Castellamare di Stabia in the Bay of Naples has been claimed over the 2021 new year holiday to be of ancient Roman origin The aqueduct runs from a source in Agerola 1000 metres above sea level through the Franche di Pimonte to Mt Coppola and the Quisisana woods to King Carlo III‘s Palace called the Reggia of Quisisana and down to the port of Castellammare di Stabia Unfortunately I have not yet been able to independently verify the evidence for the new date “There’s no life without water,” said Massimo Santaniello, President of the Stabiae section of ArchaeoClub d’Italia.  “An aqueduct is not always a monument with an imposing architectural aspect, but the work of hydraulic engineering and the public use render it important.”[1] Castellamare is a castle-town south of Pompeii in the bay of Naples In ancient times it was known as Stabiae and it was a peripheral point to the region’s ancient water supply Serino Aqueduct (LINK) or the Aqua Augusta Campaniæ which had branches each side of Mt Vesuvius supplying Pompeii to the south and finally filling vast tanks to supply Baiae and the Piscina Mirabilis (Porto Miseno) to the north of the bay where the Roman fleet was based   In more modern times the port of Castellammare was developed by the House of Bourbon into the largest shipyard in Italy with 1,800 workers and the same Bourbons built the Agerola-Pimonte-Quisiana aqueduct to service that shipyard Clearly Castellammare residents are extremely enthusiastic about their potential new Roman Aqueduct and over the New Year weekend, I had the opportunity to interview some very passionate historians with vastly different theories about why the Castellammare aqueduct might be ancient.  However when we spoke to SAIC Professor Pappalardo, he immediately made the startling admission: “I’ve never seen it. I can’t judge.”[2]   We can now reveal the following:  the principle evidence comes from Massimo Santaniello the president of ArchaeoClub Italia Stabiae branch and German tour-guide Wolf Murmann Santaniello and Murmann have recently made detailed measurements of the Aqueduct channel known as the specus and photographed its building materials although these photographs have not yet been made available to us Santaniello and Murmann believe they have photographs of Roman masonry in the aqueduct and particularly of waterproof cocciopesto with shards or ‘cocci’ of terracotta* We would particularly like to see those photographs At the same time, local historian Angelo Acampora has proposed an interesting theory.  Acampora noticed whilst translating a work by Giovanni Boccaccio, contemporary of Geoffrey Chaucer, that Boccaccio seems to describe an aqueduct running 45,000 paces (equivalent to 66km) from the ‘castle of Sarno’ to Miseno[3] the closest castle to the river Sarno is 61km from Capo Miseno taking the most direct route through central Naples It is not clear that we can rule out the possibility that Giovanni Boccaccio is writing about the Serino Aqueduct* Vesuvius’ eruption in 79AD but was buried by the subsequent eruption in 472 by a process of elimination it is likely to refer to the Castellammare aqueduct and could suggest it has older origins than the Bourbon era Santaniello and Murmann have followed and investigated a stretch of 3km of the aqueduct channel known as the ‘specus’ between Quisisana forest and Pimonte For long stretches the conduit is concealed in the rock They report having seen cocciopesto lining on the inside of the specus and brick arches constructed with straw-yellow bricks like no-other brick used nearby archaeological filmmaker and private researcher His research focuses on Roman water sources including the Aqueducts of Rome and Leonardo da Vinci’s canal system in northern Italy “Searching for the springwater sources of the Aqua Traiana,” summarizing ten years of field and archive research was supervised by David Mattingly at University of Leicester in 2018 O’Neill’s publications include “L’acquedotto di Traiano tra il Ninfeo di S Fiora e il Lago di Bracciano” published by Lorenzo Quilici (in ATTA 24 [Rome 2014]) NOTES [1] “L’acquedotto non sempre è un monumento dall’aspetto architettonico imponente ma è l’opera di ingegneria idraulica e la pubblica utilità che lo rendono importante” – Massimo Santaniello President of the Stabiae section of ArchaeoClub d’Italia – Whatsapp interview with EJON 02/01/2021 [2] “Non l’ho mai visto Non posso giudicare” – Telephone interview with EJON 31/12/2020 [3] FIUME SARNO: “Molesta molto con le nebbie gli abitanti   Ultimamente dalle paludi nel suo letto ridottosi sotto il monte Vesuvio bagna il contado Pompeiano non lungi da Stabbia entra nel mar Toscano in pochi giorni le ricopre d’intorno di scorza di pietra di questa dà cagione agli abitanti di fabbricare case E di questo per comandamento di Cesare Nerone e altri sostenimenti di pietra cotta fatti e esso acquidotto stesso insino Miseno […] avente (come giudico) XLV mille passi di lunghezza Quivi era fondato l’acquidotto in piscina di smisurata grandezza dell’acque di bagno potabili gran penuria patisce e con l’abbondanza di quello ristorava il mancamento di tutta la riviera fiume di Firenze.”  Boccaccio (1313-1375) “Dizionario geografico de montibus [4] Telephone interview of Wolfgang “Wolf” Murmann with EJON 02/01/2021 [5] “Non dimentichiamo che Castellammare di Stabia è l’unica Città al mondo ad avere 28 diverse sorgenti di acque minerali tutte localizzate ai piedi del Monte Faito Una Città che ha un rapporto con l’acqua molto speciale.”  – Massimo Santaniello – Whatsapp interview with EJON 02/01/2021 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Tartufata (Truffle cream, mozzarella (fiordilatte di agerola), prosciutto di parma 24 months cured and truffle oil). Photo by @signormarcolino “From traditional brick oven pizzas to homemade gnocchi to hearty pastas every dish is made with care for our customers to savor,” reads the restaurant’s Facebook page Song’ E Napule has become a popular NYC destination for its Neapolitan pizza; the menu states that their “pizzas [are] always are made with fresh products and imported from Italy.” Diavola (Tomato sauce (san Marzano DOP eccellenze nolane), mozzarella (fiordilatte di agerola), spicy imported salame from Napoli, basil and extra Virgin olive oil). Photo by @lyssyinthecity.eats Prosciutto E Funghi (tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, basil and extra virgin olive oil). Photo by @manhattans_finest The menu also features antipasti including eggplant parmigiana homemade meatballs and caprese salad; deep fried pizza and calzones; pastas and two chicken entrees; and a generous dessert menu with options including tiramisu “deep fried pizza dough balls with sugar topped with warm Nutella,” gelatos and cannolis you are agreeing to receive occasional messages from our sponsors Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel has just been launched and welcomes guests to its terraces with panoramic views of the Mediterranean It is the second Anantara establishment in Italy joining the recently opened Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel A magnificent location that further enhances the already majestic and unique Amalfi Coast has carefully preserved its historical features including the cloisters and the Baroque church complete with a marble altar and maiolica flooring But gourmet travelers "not only" seek beauty and history they also crave a gastronomic experience that matches the magnificence there's the restaurant "Dei Cappucini," led by executive chef Claudio Lanuto who introduces a unique culinary concept focused on using fresh seasonal ingredients cultivated in the convent's garden with preparations sometimes designed in collaboration with local monks The culinary offerings are diverse and rich in line with the celebration of the Campania region they strike a perfect balance in flavor and quantity a testament to Chef Lanuto's skilled and pleasant touch the much-anticipated appearance of Gino Sorbillo and his pizza creations: the "Locanda della Canonica Pizzeria di Gino Sorbillo," reachable through the charming "monks' walkway," offers artisanal pizzas crafted by a world-renowned pizza master creating a gastronomic journey through Campania Gino Sorbillo's Pizzas: As a media-savvy and sensitive master of pizza with international fame Gino invites diners to taste the flavors of the region from the anchovies of Cetara and the locally produced Provolone del Monaco to the mozzarella and ricotta from Agerola At the Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel Sorbillo showcases his authentic passion for pizza prepared with meticulous artistry and a preference for fresh The menu pays true homage to the typical flavors of Amalfi and its surrounding areas Alongside a selection of appetizers and desserts each highlighting the genuine products of the region and the aromatic herbs from the convent's garden guests can opt for the "A Journey through Campania" tasting menu which starts in the Monti Lattari in Agerola the home of the flavorful Provolone featured in the Margherita del Monaco The journey continues with the Pizza del Casaro where Licosa red mullets infuse their flavors into the Favorita del Priore or the Montanara Amalfitana with Cetara anchovies there was the discovery of a Pompeian fresco depicting a pizza I seized the moment to reproduce this 'Pizza Pompei' in both my pizzerias and here at Anantara I arrived here with great attention to cooking (using a high-end Neapolis 6 oven produced in Italy by Moretti Forni) and with a reduced number of servings as expected in a five-star setting where excellence is paramount placing a pizza on a much higher level than usual I want to convey that despite our origins as humble pizzaioli we can reach these high levels while remaining free And I believe we have achieved that goal," says a confident Sorbillo One more reason to savor the ever-fulfilling Amalfi Coast experience Tel: 089 873 6711 Website Do you want to discover the latest news and recipes of the most renowned chefs and restaurants in the world La nostra società utilizza inoltre cookie funzionali per registrare informazioni sulle scelte dell’utente e per consentire una personalizzazione del Sito; ad esempio Questi cookie possono essere installati dalla nostra società o da Terze parti In caso di disabilitazione di questi cookie la qualità e l’esperienza di navigazione potrebbe non essere soddisfacente Questi cookie sono installati da social media per consentire la condivisione dei contenuti del presente Sito Essi sono in grado di monitorare la navigazione compiuta anche in altri siti e creano un profilo dell’utente sulla base dei suoi interessi Ciò potrebbe avere un impatto sul contenuto e messaggi visualizzati sugli altri siti visitati non sarà possibile utilizzare o visualizzare questi strumenti di condivisione per l’installazione e l’uso di tali cookie occorre il consenso dell’utente Per maggiori informazioni consulta la pagna cookies policy These top tips on transport and places to eat can help you save some euros on the expensive Amalfi Coast © SimonSkafar / Getty Images The Amalfi Coast – where glamorous yachts crowd coastal inlets and nights at its bloom-draped hotels can start at €350 – is Italy at its most luxe It’s hard to believe that before the 20th century this 50km (31-mile) stretch of dramatic cliffs and lemon groves was just a string of poor fishing villages Thanks to the writers and filmmakers who immortalized its beauty palatial seaside hotels cropped up seemingly overnight celebrities flocked to its shores and the Amalfi Coast-as-influencer was born In addition to super expensive accommodations expect bloated tourist prices at restaurants and cafes where meals will run you €50 on average and an espresso can cost upwards of €5 (compared to €1 in most of Italy) Here are our tips on stretching your humble euro so you can enjoy this stunning when you're not part of the glitterati Self-catering apartment (including Airbnb): €50 and way Three-course restaurant dinner for two: from €100 ...if you’re already in Italy, that is. Take a high speed Frecciarossa train to Naples, then a ferry (€30 and up) or bus (from €1.30) to your chosen Amalfi Coast town Summer is undoubtedly the most popular time to visit – and the most expensive every square meter crawls with tourists and the heat soars upwards of 32°C (90°F) turning the region into a sweaty hellscape when vacationing Italians join the fray and many businesses and tourist sites will be closed The madness reaches its miserable peak at Ferragosto – the Italian summer solstice festival plan your trip for the shoulder season (September and October when most tourists are gone and the weather is glorious and you'll be rubbing shoulders mostly with locals You can also find good deals during the off-season (November to March) but the Amalfi Coast's villages and hikes are still exceptionally beautiful during this time that the region goes into hibernation in colder months with public transit and restaurant service greatly reduced so while you'll find cheaper stays (with prices around 30% less than peak season) just 5 and 10 minutes away from Amalfi by ferry and bus And if you truly have your heart set on visiting the Amalfi Coast's historic luxury hotels, simply drop in for an aperitivo at their bars and terraces. A sunset Aperol Spritz at Positano's Hotel Le Sirenuse costs way less than a room Sorrento may technically be part of the Sorrento Peninsula but it’s close enough to the Amalfi Coast to be a viable hub and be far enough away to offer some good deals Sorrento is also a major ferry and bus crossroads getting you to Positano and other coastal cities for glorious day trips Scrimping on food while in Italy is sacrilege which offers an incredibly rich traditional cuisine as well as world-class restaurants Balance your food budget by alternating gut-busting meals with lighter fare and remember: you don’t have to pig out to eat well Pizza – the quintessential Italian cheap eat – was invented just a few dozen kilometers away in Naples fried snacks like arancini or crochette di patate (potato croquettes) some of the best culinary experiences can be held in one hand salumeria (salami shop) or paninoteca (sandwich shop) to get a gut-busting panino to go made with rustic breads and heaped with local salume A fat panino alla caprese – a sandwich with tomato basil and succulent mozzarella – is a regional specialty you can’t pass up Do as the locals when you're hungry but can't blow your budget: head to apericena. Apericena – a portmanteau of aperitivo (aperitif) and cena (dinner) – is a glorious mega happy hour spread, featuring quality taglieri boards heaped with hearty goodies like local charcuterie, cheeses, pizza and fritti (fried treats) like montanara, fried dough topped with tomato sauce, basil and cheese. Wash it all down with a stiff Negroni. Sit-down dining options in Italy range from pricey ristoranti (restaurants) to humble trattorie, which is where you'll find traditional home cooking with prices to match. Typical trattoria dishes in this region include gnocchi alla sorrentina, spaghetti alle vongole and parmigiana di melanzane. Bar food may be the last thing on your mind in Italy but Italian gastropubs help people eat for cheap, serving burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pizza and giant plates of pasta. The quality might not be elite, but you'll often catch live music and get to feel like part of the local zeitgeist. Don't forget, the Amalfi Coast is expensive for Italians, too. Visiting one of Italy’s most beautiful destinations doesn’t have to break the bank and Naples have long been known as playgrounds for the rich and famous but there are still a slew of free things to do in Italy’s most glamorous region The Path of the Gods is the Amalfi Coast’s most popular and visually stunning hiking trail The 4.8-mile route links the hilltop towns of Agerola to Nocelle and Sorrento’s main cultural event of the year, the Incontri Musicali Sorrentini features outstanding concerts and theatrical entertainment from the last week of August to the end of September Though events can be found throughout the city many take place in the acoustically dramatic church of San Francesco’s Moorish-style cloister Ancients believed Lago d’Averno was the doorway to the underworld The lake’s black water emits a pervasive sulfuric smell ominous forested hills press in on three sides and the menacing cone of Monte Nuovo looms over it all Erected in the 1200s, the Duomo is essentially a story of the city’s tumultuous architectural history: ancient pagan columns share its interior with the 350-year-old richly decorated false wood ceiling which in turn hides the original Gothic ceiling behind it The best things in life are free, but not always easily accessible. The beach at Marina di Furore is a steep 944 steps down (and then back up) Hike down and enjoy one of the most private and pristine beaches in Italy From here there are lots of hiking options The “Mad Bats’ Path” is 3,000 steps of panoramic views that will keep you busy for a couple of hours Mt. Vesuvius is not the towering threat it was when it erupted in AD 79 so feel free to gaze deep into its smoking crater A shuttle drops you at a point on the mountain where well-marked signs direct you up a steep 30-minute hike to the summit Originally constructed as a palace, the 16th-century church of Gesù Nuovo is a striking contrast to the plain Romanesque facades of other nearby churches faceted stones engraved with musical notes that together produce a 45-minute-long musical The interior is resplendent with the Baroque sculptures of Naccherino and Finelli The fine frescoes adorning its main nave were the work of Massimo Stanzione What began in the 1950s as a quiet cultural gathering in the stunning mountain town of Ravello is today one of the most vibrant musical experiences that Italy has to offer. The annual festivities take place in the gardens of the ancient Villa Rufolo where German opera composer Richard Wagner fell in love with the landscape and where his music is celebrated to this day Positano’s Spiaggia di Fornillo is adored for its crystal clear waters the beach’s backdrops are the majestic pastel villas of Positano and water-sports equipment rentals are all within walking distance Though still a little rough around the edges, Piazza Garibaldi has been completely revamped in recent years The streets here are always lively and the city’s largest Chinese population lives nearby in case you’re craving something other than Italian food Home » #MyPOVSorrento » The Path of the Gods: an enchanting and breathtaking journey the Path of the Gods hike (Sentiero degli Dei in italian) was nothing short of magnificent Il Sentiero degli Dei is a renowned hiking trail that snakes along the Amalfi Coast According to the mythology within The Odyssey the gods took this path to save Odysseus from Sirens that lived in the nearby archipelago called Li Galli the trail derives from the stunning views of the Tyrrhenian Sea the commute to the trail is about an hour from Sorrento making Il Sentiero degli Dei the perfect daytime activity This trail is so unique because of its vast range of scenery sky-scraping cliffs of the Lattari Mountains I could say that there are very few other places that can match Il Sentiero degli Dei’s beauty I found hiking Il Sentiero degli Dei to be a fantastic change of pace from all the beautiful beaches I have seen so far This was a great way to spend time outdoors my friends and I started at the point in Bomerano (a small town inside of Agerola) which is the most popular starting point to start the hike there are plenty of options for transportation to the start of the trail my friends and I elected to take a taxi from the Sorrento Train Station to right outside of the Bomerano trail start The taxi was very convenient because the drive was about one hour long The busride would include taking the bus to Amalfi the commute by bus can range from an hour and a half to three hours depending on bus schedules and delays While researching alternative transportation routes we learned that a shorter SITA bus can be taken to a different starting point in Praiano but the incline is a bit steeper at the beginning of this point (about 30 minutes uphill) than the starting point in Bomerano If you are an experienced or professional hiker who is looking for a challenge you will most likely immediately understand the name ‘Il Sentiero degli Dei’ we had wonderful aerial views of the ocean for a majority of the hike and you can see entire towns as you pass by we saw not only the beautiful scenery but also wildlife we spotted sheep grazing on the cliffside and passed a local man walking a donkey on the trail I would say this hike is certainly achievable for many beginner and intermediate hikers There are slight inclines at places and the pathway is made up of rocks that may shift or need to be stepped around which can make the hike a bit more challenging I did find the rocks to be slippery at times from being worn down and smoothed by so much foot traffic so I would recommend keeping trees or the man-made railings nearby for stability if needed the pathway easy to follow and clearly marked with directions All you have to do is follow the signs for which town you are hiking towards so we followed the signs that had ‘Nocelle’ written on them I was surprised by the amount of covered portions of the trail so there are patches of shade along the way one of which my friends and I took advantage of to eat a few snacks and rehydrate There was access to water fountains at the beginning and end of the trail in case you may run out of water while hiking As we continued on and reached a little past the halfway point of the hike the colorful buildings of Positano came into view you’ll find yourself at an open platform with an amazing seaside view there was a small stand selling much-needed lemon goodies lemon-flavored dessert) to help cool down after a long hike my friends and I decided to take the ferry leaving from the port of Positano much of the walk to Positano is downhill stairs (about 1,500 stairs) If you would rather not have to walk into Positano’s center SITA bus stops are available closer to the trail’s end I would recommend buying bus tickets before starting you hike because there is not a tabaccherie or other small shop that sells tickets nearby we started the hike at 10:00 and finished the trek down the stairs around 14:00 Including the entire trail and the walk into Positano This time and distance will vary greatly depending on your pace and where you decide to end I hiked Il Sentiero degli Dei with about a week left in my time here in Sorrento and I am so grateful I was able to find the time to complete this hike before returning home but the mix of sceneries and views of the sea from the trail could not be seen anywhere else making the magic of the trail and its mythological lore feel very real Funeral services have been announced for the woman killed in the crash on Interstate 80 near Bartonsville Tuesday morning. Concetta Terlizzi, 77, of Long Pond, was killed when the 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe her husband was driving veered into a tractor-trailer driven by Baldev Singh, 46. When the SUV hit the truck, it lost control and rolled several times before coming to rest on its roof facing east on the westbound right shoulder. Concetta Terlizzi, 77, was pronounced dead at the scene. Born in Agerola, Italy she was the daughter of the late Raffaele and Jennie (Amendola) Staiano and the wife of the wife of Giuseppe Terlizzi. She was of the Catholic faith and spent most of her years caring for and spending time with her loving family. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters: Antoinette Terlizzi-Manzoni and her husband Leonardo of Long Valley, NJ. Alessandra Terlizzi-Gomez and her husband Joe of Newark; two grandchildren: Catarina and Daniele Gomez and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sisters; Marie Lelinho, Antoinette Bascotti , JoAnn Steinfels; and a brother; Enrico Staiano. A viewing will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road in Cresco. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 17 at St. Mary of the Mount Church, 27 Fairview Avenue, Mount Pocono. Interment will follow at Prospect Cemetery in East Stroudsburg. The Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. of Cresco is in charge of arrangements. Picture: ShutterstockBy Donna PageUpdated April 8 movie stars and photographers for centuries Once a collection of humble fishing villages dotting the coastline the region has evolved into a clutch of glamorous cliff-perched resort towns All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueWeaving along the hairpin twists and turns of the narrow serpentine coastline to our farmstay it's easy to see why the Amalfi Coast is one of the world's most photogenic places And when I step out of the airport transfer van in Agerola it's to views of a wide-green plateau nestled in the Lattari Mountains which is known to the locals as Little Switzerland The fresh mountain air hits me straightaway This is a place where phone reception is non-existent which is a radically different way to experience life on the Amalfi Coast During an eight-day Explore Worldwide walking trip we stay at Luna d'Agerola It's a small working farm that doubles as accommodation under the "agriturismo" system introduced in the 1980s as a way of saving Italy's struggling farming sector Agriturismos have become increasingly popular for those on a budget and ours is just a three-minute walk to the sleepy Picture: Donna PageThe farmstay itself is small and intimate with just 11 rooms each with a bathroom but no internet access The farm is run by brothers Ferdinando and Valentino and their sister Giovanna whose passion for baking cakes comes in handy when it comes to taking snacks to enjoy along the trails The family's dog Veha is also great company and unofficially joins us on an afternoon forest walk one day Agerola is crossed with 60 kilometres of trails that make for memorable walks and hikes; the most famous is the aptly named Sentiero degli Dei which is considered one of the best coastal day walks in the world which makes me think that we are onto something one of the best ways to experience the Amalfi Coast my husband and I are among the youngest in the group of 15 Many of the others have hiking poles and boots which prove great for the steep terraces and terrain that can be rough as we discover on a series of walks that range from five to 13 kilometres Our first morning walk takes us through sleepy San Lazzaro across the Agerola Plateau to the neighbouring village of Bomerano Tackling the uphill is enough to raise the heart rate but the pace is steady and the views are even more breathtaking combined with expanses of blue sky and cliffs creating a kaleidoscope of colourful scenery Picture: Donna PageAs we hike across a small waterway and I ask him if the views are still impressive after years of working in the area "Now I just look because that's how you really get to see." Especially in a time of social media oversharing too many people are seeking the perfect photo and miss what's around them I look over at a woman flicking through images on her camera and I slip my phone into my back pocket and thank Peter for the advice The next day we catch a public bus to the bustling tourist port of Amalfi and head uphill to the town of Ravello We walk past the awe-inspiring Sant'Andrea cathedral and up hundreds of stairs high into the hinterland where Ravello's mediaeval cobblestone streets and fragrant gardens make for a leisurely lunchtime stroll compared to the crowds associated with the nearby towns of Positano and Amalfi More than five million tourists visit the Amalfi Coast each year most during the busy season that runs from March until the end of October In the afternoon we stop for a well-deserved swim at Amalfi's main beach where rental lounges stretch to the high-tide line While diving into the water is a welcome relief the pebbles are hard going on the feet and the steep drop-off requires some in our group to use a well-placed rope to pull themselves from the surf to avoid the shore dump Picture: Donna PageThere are seafood restaurants behind the beach and plenty of drinks on offer but a hearty home-cooked Italian meal at the agriturismo is calling our group That night the dining room buzzes with the excited energy of strangers bonding over a shared physical challenge and getting to know each other An early start the next day sees us back in Amalfi for a day trip to the small glamorous isle of Capri which begins by ferry We stop along the way at the picture-perfect port of Positano Approaching from the sea provides a stunning view of the colourful resort town with hotels and cafe terraces clinging to cliffs Popular with daytrippers and jet-setter types who holiday here Capri is packed with bustling crowds of tourists high-end stores and a huge array of restaurants with uninterrupted coastal views we climb through the steep medieval town to the highest point to the ruins of Villa Jovis Picture: Donna PagePeter has been keeping a close eye on the weather and tells us on the way back to the mainland that he is rearranging the days' walks accordingly He's aiming for the clearest day for the highlight of the trip The ancient trail winds its way through the hills between the villages of Bomerano and Nocelle "Oh my God," says fellow Aussie Mandy as we reach the coastline to behold a view of scalloped bays and water that appears to be twinkling beneath a vast blue sky "I think that may be the most beautiful thing I've ever seen." Explore Worldwide's eight-day Amalfi Coast Walking - Agriturismo tour includes activities, a tour leader, accommodation, select meals and some transfers from $2890 per person. exploreworldwide.com.au The writer was a guest of Explore Worldwide ShareTravel's Top PicksHungry TravellerThe West Hollywood power move isn't booze - it's a healthy breakfast by the poolCelebrities are flocking to it in big numbers. ReviewTucked away in Byron Bay, this stylish stay offers more than just good looksYou'll experience a sense of calm from the moment you arrive. A new cruise ship has scored pole position at the famous Monaco Grand PrixThe glamorous vessel will be used as a floating hotel. Ditch airport dramas in the UK by travelling by train - here's a guideTurn up the bliss factor by swapping flights with rail journeys. In southern Spain time slows down - and the tapas keeps comingSlow travel is on the rise; here's where to experience it Hackney's getting a new pizzeria and it's from two Napoli-born siblings so we should be getting something pretty authentic with this opening.  Unlock comes from Arianna and Giovanni Izzo who previously worked as a pastry chef at Tarallificio Leopoldo in Naples and she's joined by her brother Giovanni.  made from traditional 30-hour fermented dough and split into classic and artisanal pizzas So while the classic pizzas feature a Margherita DOP topped with Fior di latte the artisanal pizzas feature the following: There are more dishes on the menu like meatballs with fries and cheddar sauce and they'll also have a special set menu which pairs slices of the artisanal pizzas with cocktails. Speaking of cocktails with cocktails like a twist on the classic Aperol featuring white vermouth And there's more to the space than the food as the restaurant will be showcasing art from both Italian and local Hackney artists with the featured artwork changing every two months That's all against the backdrop of an eclectic design using furniture from the 60s and 70s with no two chairs or tables alike They'll also have two semi-private dining rooms and towards the summer months will have a terrace overlooking the canal Find out more: Follow them on Instagram @unlock_pizza Subscribe to be the first to get the news from Hot Dinners Please enable the javascript to submit this form By signing up you agree to our privacy policy View on Google maps About us  |  Contact Us  |  RSS Feed  |  Site directory  |  Privacy policy  |  Log in/out Join 50,000 other Londoners getting exclusive news and restaurant offers from Hot Dinners. Please enable the javascript to submit this form By signing up you agree to our privacy policy See our previous newsletters here In a nutshell: Top Neapolitan pizza in Soho Summing it all up: L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele are opening their second London restaurant in Soho - and you can expect the same huge (and hugely popular) Neapolitan pizzas from the original Plus fried pizzas if carbs just aren't enough.. googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1552389887453-2');}); As spotted by the eagle-eyed Rambla's Victor Garvey, the hugely popular Neapolitan L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele is about to get a second site in London. They're taking over one of the Patisserie Valerie cafes (which has gone through some turbulent times of late) on Old Compton Street That was the last of their outposts in Soho where they first started out on Frith Street in 1926 The new Pizzeria will be serving up the same pizzas that you can currently find in Marylebone (there was one in Stoke Newington but that changed after a legal battle over the name) with the plain Marinara and Margheritas being the main events We'll update as soon as we know more. In the meantime, check out the Best Pizzas in London.   More about L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele Soho Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @anticapizzeriadamicheleuk View on Google maps From July 25th to August 31st 2020 the ninth edition of Agerola on the Paths of the Gods the Festival of the High Amalfi Coast.  theater and readings performances and will see the participation of great artists such as Max Gazzè although due to the health emergency it has been reduced with 27 events which will take place in two main locations the beautiful one Acampora Palace dating from the eighteenth century and the Colonia Montana Park overlooking the sea All the events are free but you will need to do the booking.  NEAPOLITAN MANDOLINISTIC ACADEMY in SERENATA LUNTANA CAPITAN CAPITONE - Unplugged DANIELE SEPE AND THE BROTHERS OF THE COSTA CAT AND TOPO - Unplugged FRANCESCO BACCINI AND MARIO PORFITO "SALVATORE DI GIACOMO" MAX GAZZE 'AWARD in #SCENDOINPALCO TOUR 2020 HHT ONLUS BASTARDI DENTRO AWARD - Unplugged MAURIZIO DE GIOVANNI AND ALESSANDRO INCERTO MARCO ZURZOLO 6 August 19.30 pm Church of the Madonna di Loreto YOU ARE MORE PRECIOUS IN MY EYES BY LUISA AMATRUDA AND LUCA FAGARI Book presentation Bookable by sending an email to info@proagerola.it MAURIZIO CASAGRANDE AND SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRA OF THE SPANISH NEIGHBORHOODS OF NAPLES Fables in memory of a quarantine by GIUSEPPE RISPOLI “SPECIAL FESTIVAL AGEROLA” AWARD TO PAOLO ASCIERTO UOMINI E MITI - Unplugged NELLO DANIELE in ACOUSTIC QUARTET PROJECT .. 12 August h 20.00 Salvatore Di Giacomo Astronomical Observatory THE NIGHT OF DESIRES by the AstroCampania Association “AGEROLA ALLA CARRIERA” AWARD TOSCA in the MORABEZA DIRECTION 19.00 departure with guide for Monte TRE CALLI Dionysian rites and dance of bacchantes on the Tre Calli path L'ALBA MAGICA BANDISTIC GROUP "CITTA 'DI AGEROLA" in concert LILLO & GREG WITH MILK AND ITS DERIVATIVES ENRICO RUGGERI in concert: A STORY TO SING "ROBERTO BRACCO" AWARD BORN TO UNITE (THE RADIO) - Unplugged EUGENIO FINARDI AND EZIO GUAITALMACCHI PLAYING WITH WORDS with PINO IMPERATORE AND EDGARDO BELLINI CHIARA TAIGI in ON THE WINGS OF SONG… MEETING WITH THE GODS A MATHEMATICAL BY THE CASE OF FERDINANDO CASOLARO QB STORIES OF LOVE AND TASTE FROM THE AMAFI COAST BY GABRIELE CAVALIERE Bookable by sending an email to info@proagerola.it WE PASS IN FERRARI ON THE PATHS OF THE GODS we earn a commission from qualifying purchases through ticketing links This commission does not entail any additional price for the user From 25 at 29 July 2016 at Agerola there will be four shows on the Bus Theater on the occasion of the fifth edition of the Festival of the High Amalfi Coast entitled "On the Paths of the Gods" The Bus Theater is a real double-decker bus a traveling structure that is transformed on occasion into a big theater on eight wheels The upper floor consists of a room equipped for 25 seats while the lower floor has a side panel and cleaner open space which is turned over to allow outdoor shows where you can receive a larger number of participants and appreciate the evening coolness the famous chain of Neapolitan pizzerias with its own high-level concept that now has dozens of locations throughout Italy and which in our city is located at Vomero in Via Luca Giordano and can accommodate numerous customers thanks to its large spaces in fact it contains 67 covered and a dehors considered globally the cradle and home of pizza the place where there are the masters of this culinary art Pizzium is having great success all over the country thanks to the high quality of the ingredients used and the menu it offers as regional pizza specialties made with local PDO and PGI products it must be considered that the ideas for pizzas and their realization are carried out by Neapolitan master pizza maker Nanni Arbellini who has great experience and who combines the ingredients of traditional Neapolitan pizza with regional gastronomic excellences A pizza is used to make this place's pizza flour type "0" developed specifically for Pizzium by the Maestro fi Farine Eduardo Ore of Colombo Mill a company to which the leavening masters have been turning for more than 140 years It is a very special flour because it is obtained with the diagram of 24-pass grinding and gives the dough an original and unique scent It is also very digestible because it has the right amount of gluten Pizzium could not fail to offer a rich and particular menu The complete menu can be found on Pizzium site It can be seen that there is a nice balance between originality and tradition Pizzium's premises are unmistakable and are recognized for their original and unique style The environment is a lot welcoming and informal the chandeliers in cloth and all the materials are colorful recreating a nice warm atmosphere that makes us feel at home where you can buy regional PGI and PDO products at retail so that the pizzeria is also a kind of neighborhood and trusted minimarket Do not miss the delivery, the home service means Glovo or on the website at page Order The most loyal and passionate customers can also download the Pizzium Lovers Card a digital loyalty card with which to accumulate pizza points and obtain benefits and surprises from 12.30 to 14.30 and from 19.30 to 23.00 approximately Official site | Facebook page This commission does not entail any additional price for the user.