La Tonnarella - Sorrento
We thought September would be the perfect time to visit Italy, but have been surprised by the number of tourists. The last of part of our trip is based out of Sorrento and we were sure September would be the perfect off-season for this southern Italian city that is beautiful and near places like the Amalfi coast, Pompeii, and the Isle of Capri.
Unfortunately, our friend here told us this September is high season, so everywhere we visit, there are large crowds.
We are staying at Hotel La Tonnarella which is perched on a cliff about the Mediterranean Sea with great views. For instance, this is the breakfast room that looks out at both the seas and Sorrento below. The windows frame the view.
The patios are also special. From one of the patios, you look across the Bay of Naples at Mount Vesuvius.
Every time we come here, we are amazed at the beauty of the flowers and trees with the sea as a backdrop. I wish I could hire the guy that plants and takes care of the landscaping here.
The staff here including Mattia, Lorenzo, Catia, and others are attentive, friendly, and look out for you when you have problems. It's a wonderful place to stay in so many ways.
As one of our new things to do, we went to an Italian music show to hear traditional Neapolitan songs in a live performance. The singers and dancers were great and very entertaining. The language wasn’t much of barrier other than trying to sing along.
Bob, you must make a huge calendar. Incredibly professional quality shots. As Colin Kapernick is saying now, “Just Do It”
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful images you have provided for us! Thank you! I do not see one tourist in your photographs! My friends in the UK have invited me to join them in Sicily next year - a different location, but can't wait! Have you been there on any of your trips to Italy? Enjoy the last few days of your trip. It has been wonderful following you.
ReplyDeleteWish I could say he had, but, not yet. If the trip has you visiting the bottom of the 'boot', we heard on our trip to visit Lecce. It's on the heel of the boot, and some call it the Florence of the South. When in Sicily, we would love to hear about it!
DeleteWow! Your photos are breathtaking! What a wonderful trip you are having and documenting.
ReplyDeleteTalk about breath taking views. That was the ledge I dropped my camera from.
ReplyDeleteI thought it happened on one of the Greek Islands which also were beautiful. I'm working on Jan to buy you a new camera. So far, it's a hard sell.
DeleteWhat views!
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