Romantic Italian Summer

Our honeymoon along the Amalfi Coast was one of the most unforgettable experiences we’ve ever had. We arrived in Rome and took a train to Naples before meeting our driver at the station. From there he drove us to Amalfi where we met the owner of the apartment we rented. Then we took an exhilarating and lovely boat ride to our holiday apartment at Conca Dei Marini, a small town nestled in the along cliffs of the Emerald Grotto. We wanted to stay away from the crowded provinces so Conca Dei Marini, with its lovely quiet beach was perfect! There were a few quaint restaurants along the beach serving fresh seafood and pasta so it was not hard for us, food wise even though we were a boat ride away from all the action. It was a little piece of heaven and our apartment overlooked the beach and the sea which was so amazing. This beautiful paradise was our base while we explored the coast and it was convenient to get a boat from Conca to Amalfi, where you can get ferry tickets to other popular spots like Positano and Sorrento. The Italian summer is blazing hot so wear light clothing and comfortable shoes because these cobblestoned hilly paths and steps can be quite a challenge to city folks like us. Maybe this is also why the Italian senior citizens we saw looked so fit and healthy! It was really good exercise especially after consuming all the delicious pasta and pizzas. We did however hire a private driver for a day trip to Pompeii as we know that it would be a physically draining day. It cost us a pretty penny but it was worth it as we could get a lovely glimpse of the other coastal towns on our drive back to our apartment. We ate so much during our stay because everything was so fresh and delicious. The anchovies we had were one of the highlights of our culinary experience, as well as the pizza at Naples, of course. It can really get crowded with tourists so it was good that we get to return to the peace and quiet of our little apartment after a day out. #europetrip #travel #couplestrip #beachlife #seascapes