If you are planning to spend your holiday in Italy, then you must not miss visiting one of the most popular holiday destinations in Italy-the Amalfi Coast. It is stunning coast that is around 50 kilometers long and it’s found at the south of the Italian Sorrentine Peninsula. Its picturesque villages, stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea, great domestic food at its high-end restaurants, beautiful beaches, walking trails through stunning nature is all that will make anyone fall in love with this magical place.
Amalfi Coast has managed to preserve most of its historic architecture, so the history lovers will enjoy holidays at the Amalfi Coast. The old colorful homes, old cathedrals and churches, historic Amalfi coast luxury villas will tell you all about the history of this place. And, not to forget, that all of the Amalfi Coast is named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. When you visit the Amalfi Coast you will see why.
The best time to visit Amalfi Coast?
Amalfi Coast is primarily a summer holiday destination, so to experience Amalfi Coast in all its glory you should visit it from April to September. The best time to visit it is during the high season which is June, July or August. The visit of the Amalfi Coast during these months will give you opportunity to meet people from all over the world, but also locals that are more then welcoming for all of the visitors. During these months you can enjoy stunning beaches of the Amalfi Coast, rent a boat that will take you on a tour around the Amalfi Coast which is a great activity if you wish to see the magical coast from the sea while you are drinking one of the fantastic cocktails offered during the boat ride.
How to get to the Amalfi coast?
Amalfi Coast can be reached from Naples, Sorrento and Salerno, then you will find the public transportation in the form of Sita buses or you can use the more popular means of transportation which are the ferries. If you are reaching the Amalfi Coast from the north side first town you will see is Positano. After you pass Positano, next stop is the Praiano, then Furore, Amalfi and all the other magical towns and villages at the Amalfi Coast. If you are coming to Amalfi Coast with a car, be careful, because the roads on the Amalfi Coast are probably narrower and winding then you are used to. So, driving on these roads is not something for beginner drivers. If you not using public transportation it is better to use a taxi.
What to do on the Amalfi Coast?
· Beaches
Amalfi coast is full of beautiful beaches. One of the hidden beaches ones is Fiordo di Furore. Fiordo di Furore is a stunning beach located near the town Furore between two rocks and beneath a bridge that offers a great view and that from time-to-time cliff divers use to satisfy their adrenalin rush. If you are lucky you can catch some of them. Simply a must see for all visitors of Amalfi coast!
Duoglio beach is located in the village of Lone, between Amalfi and Positano (Closer to Amalfi if you go from Positano). To reach it you will have to walk 400 steps, which is not hard at all since the walk will be through beautiful nature and it offers a stunning view on the crystal and blue water of the sea. Some of the bays that you surely wish to see can only be reached by boat. From the Duoglio beach you can rent out a boat and those bays can be easily reached this way. Generally, this beach is more suitable for young people and the once that plan to do some sports while on the beach.
· Clubs
If you like hidden places outside of the urban area with not much crowd where you can relax and enjoy the sun, drinks and excellent food, then Arienzo Beach Club is the place for you. Not crowdy does not mean that there are no people there, but that you need to book your spot in advance. You can reach it eighter by boat from the Marina of Positano or by a long stairway. When you are there you can book a place at the private beach or you can enjoy the open beach right beside the private beach which is free of charge. If you decide to use the stairway you will see and enjoy seeing several Italian style villas along the way that host lots of artists, actor and other celebrities. You will find the stairs in the Arienzo District, beside the Villa tre Ville. You can’t miss it.
· Hiking
If you have not walked at the Path of Gods you have not been at the Amalfi Coast. It is the Amalfi’s Coast most famous hiking road that will leave you speechless with its stunning views of the see, nature and the historic heritage of this part of Italy. This hiking trail starts in Bomerano to Nocelle and ultimately ends at the iconic Positano. It is between 7 and 8 kilometeres long, so it should take you areound 3 hourse to complete the hike.
Accomodation at the Amalfi Coast
When you decide to spend your vacation on the Amalfi Coast, it is also important what type of accommodation you choose. The Amalfi Coast offers many different types of accommodation for its guests. There are high-class hotels and motels, but if you want to feel the real Italy and the Amalfi Coast with all its beauty, then rent a luxury villa that you will find in all parts of the Amalfi Coast, in whatever town on the Amalfi Coast you decide to spend your vacation.
Some of the luxury villas are in the cities themselves, while some others are a little outside the cities. The villas are of different sizes and offer you private pools, large gardens with beautiful views of the coast and beaches and are suitable for families with children who can safely spend their time playing in the beautiful gardens of the luxury villas while you relax with your friends or family drinking a cocktail enjoying in the beautiful views of the coasts and nature that the Amalfi Coast offers.
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