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Our trip north meant a trip through the French Alps. We originally planned to travel through Torino and then north to the Mount Blanc Tunnel but this route was closed the day we were travelling. We travelled to Torino and … Continue reading
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We arrived in Rome late in the afternoon and were welcomed by Hotel Barocco with a cheerful smile – nice – and a room upgrade which was even nicer. The room included a terrazzo which only dog owners will understand is … Continue reading
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In July we spent a leisurely day on Arienzo Beach in balmy temperatures and with crystal clear blue seas. Six months later and the beach looks a bit different. Today a 2 – 3 metre swell rolled into Positano and … Continue reading
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Last week we were in Sorrento watching the Christmas lights and tree being installed. Last night the Christmas lights were officially turned on and tonight we went to have a look. Like all good locals we doned our winter clothes … Continue reading
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When you drive along the Amalfi Peninsular towards Termini you come to a crossroads. Up the hill to the right is Termini. Down the hill to the left is Marina del Cantone. If you head down the hill you wind … Continue reading
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That was the way the view of the island of Capri from the town of Termini was described to us. “You have to go and see it, yes you do” our favourite restaurant manager Carlo had said thoughtfully when we … Continue reading
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… time for a rest. After two days out and about, Thursday we are going to go nowhere. It’s a day to spend with the girls so what better time to write about something that’s right on our doorstep but … Continue reading
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We have a confession to make. After 8 years of visiting the Amalfi coast in general and Positano in particular, we have never been to Sorrento. It has always been “that place on the other side of the hill” and … Continue reading
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This week we are getting out a bit more than usual. With only two weeks until we leave Positano there is still a long list of things we want to do and see but time is running out. Today we … Continue reading
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Last night I drove about 2 kms from the villa to a point overlooking the bay to capture some sunset photos – yes, again. I wasn’t the only one with this idea as the spot was packed with cars and … Continue reading
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Friday is shopping day. The day we head into Positano with the single-minded purpose of refilling the cupboards for another week. Although the village is only a 10 minute walk, on Friday we take the car. The thought of walking … Continue reading
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Just a quick post of a few photos taken out and about in Positano recently. No real story, just bits and pieces.
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We have a Madonna. Just down the road from the villa is a short set of steps leading up to a statue of Mary set into the cliff. She is behind glass to protect her from the elements and is … Continue reading
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When we were travelling back from Amalfi last weekend we passed a spot high on the hill about 2kms outside of Positano which had a fantastic view of the village. Today I drove back to that spot and took some … Continue reading
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In mid summer there are no sunsets in Positano. I don’t mean the sun doesn’t go down, I mean it happens behind the hills that ring the village. But in autumn the sun has moved far enough south for the … Continue reading
La dolce far niente 