AMALFI - Azamara · AMALFI ITALY LOCAL CUISINE SHOPPING Explore the style and grace of Amalfi....
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AMALFI ITALY LOCAL CUISINE SHOPPING Explore the style and grace of Amalfi. Wedged into the mouth of a ravine and encircled by sheer cliffs, the town was once a great naval power. Now, terraced hillsides support lemon groves and honey-hued historic buildings. One of Europe’s most amazing journeys, the Amalfi Coast stretches along the azure of the Mediterranean and its gulfs. Balmy breezes, gorgeous skies and dramatic topography have captured hearts and imaginations for hundreds of years. Beachfront towns and historic villages invite relaxation, indulgence and warmth. Step ashore and discover the postcard-perfect reality of the Amalfi Coast. Hearty meals abound along the Amalfi Coast. The locals here eat with gusto — food is warming, substantial and abundant. Pasta is a must. Try orrechiette, a saucer-shaped pasta, with beans. Another favorite is spaghetti served with heaps of pork sausage or onions and anchovy. Penne is delicious with rabbit, tomatoes and lemon. For dessert, order sanguinaccio, a chocolate and pig’s blood pudding, available almost nowhere else in the world. The region has three sub-zones that produce grapes — Ravello, Tramonti and Furore. These wines are a balanced bouquet of sweet and flinty. Sip a little limoncello, too. Known for its bountiful lemon groves, Amalfi produces a delicious lemon liqueur that’s worth taking home. The Amalfi region is renowned for its gorgeous paper, bambagina. Made of cotton, the paper is the official correspondence stationery of the Vatican and used by families for formal events, like weddings or baptisms. Ravello and Positano are full of delightful ceramic goods. Handmade and hand-painted, these one-of-a-kind items are found in artisan boutiques throughout both towns. Most stores will ship goods home for you. Shop for leather shoes here, too. Hand-crafted pumps and sandals are an indulgence, but a worthy one. Crafted in workshops along the coast, the quality, fit and style are superb. Experience stunning views and warm welcomes along the Amalfi Coast. CURRENCY Italy uses the euro. Tipping is appropriate, but not expected. Italian etiquette is to initially decline a tip. Offer it again. Most stores accept major credit cards.
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AMALFIITALY
LOCAL CUISINE SHOPPING
Explore the style and grace of Amalfi. Wedged into the mouth of a ravine and encircled by sheer cliffs, the town was once a great naval power. Now, terraced hillsides support lemon groves and honey-hued historic buildings.
One of Europe’s most amazing journeys, the Amalfi Coast stretches along the azure of the Mediterranean and its gulfs. Balmy breezes, gorgeous skies and dramatic topography have captured hearts and imaginations for hundreds of years.
Beachfront towns and historic villages invite relaxation, indulgence and warmth. Step ashore and discover the postcard-perfect reality of the Amalfi Coast.
Hearty meals abound along the Amalfi Coast. The locals here eat with gusto — food is warming, substantial and abundant.
Pasta is a must. Try orrechiette, a saucer-shaped pasta, with beans. Another favorite is spaghetti served with heaps of pork sausage or onions and anchovy. Penne is
delicious with rabbit, tomatoes and lemon. For dessert, order sanguinaccio, a chocolate and pig’s blood pudding, available almost nowhere else in the world.
The region has three sub-zones that produce grapes — Ravello, Tramonti and Furore. These wines are a balanced bouquet of sweet and flinty.
Sip a little limoncello, too. Known for its bountiful lemon groves, Amalfi produces a delicious lemon liqueur that’s worth taking home.
The Amalfi region is renowned for its gorgeous paper, bambagina. Made of cotton, the paper is the official correspondence stationery of the Vatican and used by families for formal events, like weddings or baptisms.
Ravello and Positano are full of delightful ceramic goods. Handmade and hand-painted, these one-of-a-kind items are found in artisan boutiques throughout both towns. Most stores will ship goods home for you.
Shop for leather shoes here, too. Hand-crafted pumps and sandals are an indulgence, but a worthy one. Crafted in workshops along the coast, the quality, fit and style are superb.
Experience stunning views and warm welcomes along the Amalfi Coast.
CURRENCY Italy uses the euro. Tipping is appropriate, but not expected.
Italian etiquette is to initially decline a tip.
Offer it again.
Most stores accept major credit cards.
PLACES OF INTEREST TOP 3 LAND DISCOVERIES
1. CATHEDRAL OF ST. ANDREWVisit the historic Cathedral from the 9th century where St. Andrew’s remains rest.
2. CLOISTER OF PARADISEWander this open-air museum and cemetery for Amalfi’s noted families since the 1200s.
3. ARSENAL OF THE MARITIME REPUBLICSee artifacts and models of the region’s powerful naval history in this museum.
4. MUSEUM OF HANDMADE PAPERDiscover the history of paper-making in Europe, learned from Arabs in late 1100s.
5. AMALFI BEACHRelax on the peaceful beach along the front of the town in private lounges.
beyond amalfi
POMPEIIExplore the time capsule of Pompeii, frozen in ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted.
RAVELLOStroll the churches and shops of this cliff-top village high above the Gulf of Salerno.
POSITANODelight in this elegant beach town, a favorite relaxation spot of celebrities and artists.
Step back in time at Pompeii. Once a major port, Mount Vesuvius buried the city in ash in 79 A.D. See people, pets, homes, temples and other artifacts, preserved exactly at the moment of impact. After this monumental tour, stop at a local cameo factory to observe artisans at work.
Visit historic Ravello atop a cliff over the beautiful Gulf of Naples. Tour the inspiring Villa Rufolo, before an independent exploration of the town. Relax with an aperitif at the Hotel Caruso and journey onto Amalfi’s Cloister of Paradise, an open-air burial ground and museum.
Explore the time capsule of Pompeii, a bustling port city captured under ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D. Next, travel the Sorrentine Peninsula to the gorgeous Amalfi Coast for lunch at a luxury hotel. Close the day strolling the beach town of Positano.
EXCAVATIONS OF POMPEII
RAVELLO AND AMALFI WITH APERITIF AT HOTEL CARUSO
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