Discover the best places to visit in Campania beyond Naples, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, and get plenty of tips that will help you plan a wonderful trip.
Traveling from Rome to the Amalfi Coast sounds like a dreamy thing to do on your Italian vacation. However, the two destinations are further away from one another than you might think. The journey is a little long for a quick, spontaneous day trip. However, with some careful planning (and leaving very early in the … Read more
No trip to Naples or the Campania region is complete without a visit to the mighty Mount Vesuvius, that peak that towers over the bay of Naples. That peak is actually a volcano that is famously known for its violent eruption in AD 79 that destroyed several towns nearby including Pompeii and Herculaneum. Today, Mount … Read more
While Pompeii is best seen on a day trip from Naples, it is actually close enough to the Italian capital and you can indeed go on a Pompeii day trip from Rome. It will take you about two hours to get there by train – which is what I recommend. The site is massive and … Read more
While Rome has its fair share of attractions stretching back to antiquity, there’s much more to see across the country – and one of the big-hitter ancient sites is Pompeii. If you’re in Rome and you feel like making your way to this amazingly well-preserved hub of historic intrigue, luckily for you it can be … Read more
Europe is full of palaces but none are quite as beautiful and grand as Caserta Royal Palace. Situated in the town of Caserta in southern Italy, this huge property cost $300 billion to build and its construction took more than 50 years. Today, the palace it’s the largest in the world. It’s also one of … Read more
Are you looking for where to stay in Sorrento? You are on the right place! This lovely small town close to Naples is packed with excellent accommodation options, and no matter what your travel style is and what budget you have in mind, you are bound to find a good place to stay. In this … Read more
The main town on the Sorrentine Peninsula, Sorrento is little over 48 km (less than 30 miles) from Naples – a mere hour drive. This colorful coastal town is packed with interesting sights, lots of shops and swimming areas, and there are many restaurants to try too. If you are planning a trip to the … Read more
There are many fantastic things to do in Sorrento. Easy to reach from Naples, this coastal town perched on the Peninsula Sorrentina offers plenty of beautiful sights – what with its narrow alleys, the many beautiful churches, the great vistas and nice beaches. But there’s more! Sorrento is very well connected to the ruins of … Read more