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If you were to hand God a blank canvas and ask him to paint the Italian idyll, you would get something like Sorrento. Sitting astride cliffs that plunge down to the brilliant-blue Bay of Naples and at the gateway to the fabled Amalfi Coast, this glam coastal town has got it all going on–a historic center brimming with pastel-painted palazzi, flower...

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Six months after an American man whisked his infant son out of Italy against the mother’s wishes and deliberately withheld the child’s whereabouts, a federal judge ruled this week that the mother can return with the child to her native Italy. The plight of the mother, 46-year-old Claudia Ciampa, has attracted widespread sympathy in Italy, as well a...

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Overlooking the glistening waters of the Bay of Naples, Sorrento offers visitors a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking both relaxation and exploration. One of the first things you'll notice in Sorrento is the imposing silhouette of Mount Vesuvius, overlooking the region. This...

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A Sister Cities ceremony between Dana Point, California, and Sorrento was held last June 10 in the beautiful town in Campania, Italy. Signing the agreement were Mayors Jamey M. Federico and Massimo Coppola, formalizing a relationship initiated in 2022 and followed in the following months by a mutual exchange of visits and meetings, to develop a cal...

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Some days we want to have lunch in Rome and dinner in Milan, for that we’re grateful for the three-hour Alta Velocità. But then there are other days we want to slow down, peel our eyes from our screens, and really just enjoy the ride. These three train lines call attention to bygone eras of travel, and they’re more about the journey than the destin...

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Sorrento, Italy, packs over 2,600 years of history. It sits on the Sorrentine Peninsula, eyes on the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Famous for citrus groves and history, it's always pulled crowds. Its story starts in the 8th century BC with local tribes, catching Etruscan attention. The Osci took over next, leaving 600 BC ruins behind. Before Ro...

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Many people confuse Sorrento with the Amalfi Coast because they are neighboring areas. However, Sorrento, which sits on its own peninsula a bit to the north of the coast, is unique – particularly when it comes to its landscape and geology. The town sits high on a cliff edge and is renowned for its sea views, sunny weather and citrus. Sorrento is a...

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Sorrento’s Historic Old Town, nestled along the picturesque Mediterranean coast, is a true gem that offers a rich blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. This article will take you on a journey to explore the wonders of Sorrento’s Old Town, its landmarks, local cuisine, shopping scene, as well as various activities and attractions that make...

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From pizza and pasta every other day to breath-taking views of the Mediterranean, the first two weeks of my semester abroad have flown by. With how much I’ve done these days, it feels like I’ve been living here for a month. I’ve learned a lot about myself and my surroundings, learned to appreciate the opportunities I’m given, and have already met p...

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With family celebrations taking up the winter holidays and the summer a perennial struggle to mesh everyone’s schedules, spring break in Italy can be a great alternative. Schools generally close at least once between March and April, and stay closed for a week (or slightly longer, if you count two weekends); flights are often cheaper during these s...

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