Headed out of Rome early this morning to beat the traffic – down the coast past Mount Vesuvius and the city of Pompeii which was buried when the mountain erupted in 79 AD. Guided tour around the ruins which are awe inspiring and restored so can see how the streets, houses and shops etc were laid out. Sweltering hot and dusty! On down the coast to Sorrento where we had lunch in the shade on a mozzarella farm. Then into mini buses to drive along the Amalfi Coast to the town of Postitano – amazing narrow winding streets clinging to the cliffs bustling with cars and scooters – on 3 turns the mini bus had to back up – in one case twice! – to negotiate tight corners. Inspected the beach – pebbles with deck chairs laid on every square metre and warm Mediterranean water. Cocktails at a beach front bar before walk back up the hill to the bus. Overnight in Sorrento.
The next morning went by fast ferry to the Isle of Capri – 5 km at the closest point off Naples – where we spent a delightful morning – admired the stunning cliffs and crystal clear water below, houses of the rich and famous and boutiques along the steep alley ways. Would not like to live or holiday here though as many of the properties only have walking access and it is a loooong way down to the beach and any boat moored there- luxury or otherwise. Again super hot day, about 35degrees so a long cool drink and pizza on the deck in the shade overlooking the sea was luxury for us.
Drove to Assisi this afternoon and explored the village of St Francis. A cute little hotel here tonight where you can stand with your arms outstretched and touch all the walls. More news when better internet available. …Penny we going to check out Florence tomorrow before confirming bookings for you and Roger. Brownie have checked out some real estate in this general area and its not a goer yet!!
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Comment by Brownie on 2008-09-05 20:47:12 -0700
Got the postcards today which was impressive!
