Welcome to 2017! It’s a new year, and I hope one that brings you to the Amalfi Coast. I have a lot of exciting projects planned for 2017, but I would love to jump start the year by helping you out. Are you planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast this year or one day soon? Curious about where to stay or how to get around? Thinking of a romantic getaway or family holiday? Maybe you’d like to know the best time of year for chilling at the beach or you have some burning questions about life on the Amalfi Coast. Well now is the perfect time to ask!
What questions do you have about the Amalfi Coast?
Just leave me a comment below with your questions! I’ll answer as many as I can right away and use your questions to build custom features coming up soon on Ciao Amalfi that will help with your Amalfi Coast travel planning. I look forward to reading and answering your questions!
My question…how soon can I come and how long can I stay! Just saying!
Tomorrow too soon? 😉 And forever sounds perfect to me!
Hello,
Looking for a nice hotel with beach access, love Positano but weary of only access around is by stairs. Also reading reviews something was said about sun doesn’t hit certain spouts on Positano Beaches. As for the hotel one room to accomadate Myselfs and three daughters.
Thank you much.
Thanks for your question, Tina! You might want to consider the Hotel Aurora in Amalfi. It is located near a rocky little beach in Amalfi that is very scenic and they have a section of the beach for hotel guests. Just a few steps to reach it!
Is October a good time to visit?
Hi there..my husband and I got married in October and took our honeymoon to the Amalfi Coast. It was perfect!! The weather was amazing and we had a beautiful trip. Hope u enjoy! We went to Amalfi, Positano and Capri.
Sounds like a dream honeymoon, Victoria! Thanks so much for sharing about your beautiful experience on the Amalfi Coast. I agree, October is a wonderful time to visit!
Great question! I will have to write a blog post just on this question since I could go on and on about how much I like October on the Amalfi Coast. Autumn arrives a little later here, and October is when you’ll first start seeing signs of the change of colors. The evenings can be a bit cooler, so you’ll want to pack layers, but on a sunny day the beach is gorgeous (although the water will be getting cooler, too). While September can be a continuation of hot and sticky August weather, October tends to be mild and, yes, sometimes a bit more rain. Like the spring shoulder season, October can be a bit more unpredictable (this year was a case in point – November was nicer than many days in October!), but it’s usually quite lovely!
What are some good locations that are not too expensive to buy property on the Amalfi coast?
I think that might literally be the million dollar question! At least that’s the question all the locals would like to know the answer to as well. 🙂 Property is expensive on the Amalfi Coast, but you will find that it varies a little bit depending on the location. For lower prices you’ll want to look outside of the big name towns – Amalfi, Positano and Ravello. Those are the places everyone knows and the property is higher there. But then, of course, it’s so much more convenient to live RIGHT IN Amalfi that there’s that factor to consider. But if the convenience of being right IN a town for shopping, services, socializing, etc. isn’t such a concern, then you’ll want to check the smaller towns on the coast like Scala, Minori, Maiori, Furore, etc. And then there are also the frazioni (small hamlets of larger towns), like Pogerola, Lone, Vettica – all located just around Amalfi. But the prices there might not be much lower!
As with property buying in all highly-sought after and limited areas, I think the best idea is really getting to know the area – spend time here, understand the locations and what is right for you, and get to know a property agent. Let them know you’re serious and you’ll have a better chance with properties as soon as they come on the market. I have no personal experience with property agents on the Amalfi Coast, but I have friends who have worked with the Tecnocasa office in Amalfi. That might be a good place to start. Good luck finding your home on the Amalfi Coast!
Tentatively planning a Sept visit with long time friend. Nothing romantic! Looking for relatively inexpensive B&B? with easy access to transportation/local sightseeing, and more southern Italy travel. Thank you for your help.
Ciao Laura!! I am dropping off at Salerno and planning to roam around Amalfi, Ravello & Atrani on 1st day – Positano, Praiano on 2nd Day. 3rd Day I will move to Capri (from positano or sorrento) and take a direct ferry to Naples from there in the evening. Now 2 questions I have in my mind. Where to stay for 2 nights in the region according to my itinerary? Is it convenient to carry luggage around in Sita bus and ferries?
Sorry din’t mention, we are 2 couples and travelling in May’17.
We plan on being there the first week of September. What are your recommendations for shopping, food, excursions, and best beach . Also what activities will be going on during that time period.
We plan on being there the first week of September. What are your recommendations for shopping, food, excursions, and best beach . Also what activities will be going on during that time period
Is Mr January’s place still just up the beach and around those rocks..?
La Marinella is what the chairs said when we were there 8 years ago for our honeymoon… He was such a generous and nice soul – and a good cook as well.
Some of our favorite memories are of his place and little stretch of beach.
Our family is visiting the Amalfi coast in June 2017 after spending two days in Rome. What would be the best way to travel from Rome, to Nerano?
Could you recommend a bicycling tour or company? Thanks!!
Hi Laura, my wife and I rented an apartment in POSITANO for a week in mid April. We’re fairly active and in our mid 60’s. So a few questions, please…. Is it reasonable to hike Vesuvius or just bite the bullet and take the bus? Where’s the best place to catch a boat to Capri? Can you send a link to any hiking trails we shouldn’t miss along the coastal mountains. Anything we should not miss?
Many thanks…
Which gardens or nature areas in the Amalfi Coast do you recommend to visit? – Apart from the two major in Ravello and the private gardens on Capri island.
Hi, I am planning on travelling to Europe in April and deciding on which countries and villages to visit. I am more interested in the hiking than going and sitting on the beach. As it is off season is everything is still open and operating
Sounds like you’re planning a wonderful holiday! If you’re interesting in hiking, April is a great time to visit the Amalfi Coast. It’s not hot like the summer. I would recommend hitting the area from mid April on, since Easter falls on April 16th this year. That’s usually the official kick off to the season on the Amalfi Coast, which means that you’ll find everything open. Just keep in mind that Easter holiday can be a very busy time! You might look in the Ravello or Scala area, since it’s up in the mountains and there are great hikes in every direction. Happy travel planning!
I am visiting the Amalfi coast this July and staying Positano. How far in advance should I reserve a beach club? I am also trying to decide on another city to visit. I am trying to decide between Ravello and Sorrento. What would you suggest? Thank you in advance!
Hello!
Any recommendations for a nice hotel or airbnb in Positano on a moderate budget? Or is there anywhere would you recommend staying?
Thanks!
Hello,
Great website by the way!!!
I will be visiting the amalfi coast in June for 5 days, one night we are booked to stay in Capri the others we will be staying in Amalfi town.
Is it easy getting around from Amalfi in the evenings? We would like to visit Positano and other places in the evening and also a few clubs like Africana and Music on the rocks so I am just wondering how easy it would be to get taxis etc.
I also plan to propose to my girlfriend whilst we are there, my question is what is a nice restaurant with sea view that we could view the sunset? I am keen to book a table ASAP to avoid dissapointment. Any other proposal recommendations welcome, thanks in advance for your help!!!
The Amalfi Coast is beautiful. Are there any advantages to visiting in the fall? Also, would it be better to stay in one of the villages or Salerno/Sorrento and “commute” in?
Current plan is to be in Amalfi/Positano Sep 2017…does “high” season end 1 Sep or 30 Sep??
Will prob use AIRBNB weekly or something better….
It was either Sept. Or May…May was to wet.
Have you ever stayed at Hotel Fontana in Amalfi? What is your opinion of it?
Do the restaurants along the Amalfi Coast accept credit cards? Are there extra fees?
Is the end of February a good time to visit?
Hi Bruce, the very first time I visited the Amalfi Coast ten years ago was at the end of February and it was gorgeous. So beautiful, in fact, that I fell in love with the place! That being said, as I write this it is storming outside. It really is a transition season now, so it’s good to be prepared for rain. It’s also best to bring layers as it can be quite warm in the sun during the day, but very cool in the evenings.
Which town is a good place to base yourself to explore the Amalfi Coast? Have a car or not a car which is the best? How is local transport from Rome, what do you suggest?
Jo
Hello Laura, love your blog and gorgeous pictures. We will be in Positano for a week in June this year. Our daughter is getting married there, having the reception at the Marincanto. We would love to travel around the amalfi by local bus and experience it all rather than go on touristy trips with a million other folks. We like kyaking, swimming, snorkeling, markets and we hope to do the the Walk of the Gods, and most of all enjoy the local food and coffee in the area. Would you know if any Suit Hire is available in the area? We like to travel light and don’t relish the thought of extra baggage. Hope to chat soon. Cheers Sandy and Andrew
Hi Laura, we will be traveling to Amalfi coast in october 2017. we will stay in Maiori in an apartment. I am reading market information from 2011. Will you update me regarding which market is in which village on which day please- thank you Lori
I am thinking of coming in mid-May! What is the easiest way to come if we arrive in Rome early in the morning? We will be getting off a very long flight but I want to come straight there instead of resting up in Rome first (because we will end the trip a few days in Rome).
Thanks!
We arrive in Naples airport in May 2017 at 10.40 am. What is the best way by public transport to reach Amalfi?
Hi, we are Flying into Naples at 9:30am from canada and we see a variety of transfers to Amalfi. We have Three adults in our group, do you have any recommendations and cost. We are travailing in May.
Thanks Mick.
Ciao! I love your blog.
We are traveling to Amalfi coast and we are staying in Maiori and travelling to the other
villages via bus or boat. I can’t wait!
We are staying at the Residence Due Torri.
We hoped to purchase some local foods at the markets and cook often at the apartment.
Thank you for the information on the village markets.
I wanted to know where there are some local cafes or trattorias or osterias that are yummy but considered”cheap eats”. For my birthday I wanted to go to a beach club. )Dinner and drinks and fun on secluded beach.) Where do you suggest? I also wanted to go on a boat to Capri but they seem sooo expensive – do you any advice please. Thank you. Lori and Daniel Canada.
We are hiking the coast with a guide (Italian) and I wondered about bugs? Do I need to pack bug spray? Also, is it true that it is not necessary to tip?
-Lori from Ohio
Hi Lori, I would go ahead and pack bug spray for while you’re here. Especially in the summer there can be mosquitoes. Although they tend to bite more in the evenings and not during the day while hiking. But I’m of the “best to be prepared” school of travelers. No, it’s definitely not true that you don’t need to tip. This is an area where so many people make a living based on tourism – and it’s seasonal work. A tip is always very much appreciated when you enjoy the service. 🙂