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Almost a century ago, The Story of San Michele by Swedish doctor Axel Munthe was a runaway bestseller. Translated into 50 languages, it has sold millions of copies all over the world and continues to be republished regularly up to the present day. The San Michele of the title was the house that Munthe built for himself in the village of Anacapri on...

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Island of Capri’s popularity isn’t exaggerated as it rightly owns its wild cliffs springing from the blue sea, the dramatic coastal scenery, villas draped in bougainvillea, spectacular scenic hikes, covetous fashion boutiques, upscale hotels, and untamed nightlife. History shows that Emperor Augustus and Emperor Tiberius both had their homes here,...

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The willingness to donate, called "Give back" by the Americans, is especially important to the Italian American community, which unites with it the enormous heart carried by Italian DNA. And it is true that Americans, and particularly Italian Americans, have always shown a disposition and a desire to give back and donate to help preserve, restore a...

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This summer, sweep off to Capri without leaving town at Serata Caprese! Find your dream Italian vacation in the heart of Eataly LA with unlimited southern Italian bites, endless wine pours to pair, refreshing cocktails featuring Malfy Gin, and live music! Join us for Serata Caprese on Thursday, July 28 from 6-8:30 PM at Capri, our pop-up restaurant...

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Ah! The Costiera Amalfitana! The beautiful Amalfi and the charming Positano, but also Ravello and the historical wealth of Pompeii. And then, out there, just a stone-throw away from the coast, there are its islands: Ischia, Procida, Ventotene, Ponza, and Capri, of course. Capri today is synonymous with old-school glamor and the years of la dolce vi...

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As we sailed across the Bay of Naples from Sorrento toward Capri, the boat captain pulled me over and pointed to the highest point on the island. "That's where you're going," he said. I had been obsessed with the Monte Solaro Chair Lift, a single-seat, open-air ride to the mountaintop, ever since I learned about it from a fellow traveler. But look...

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Fairy tales are often told to young children to instill a sense of adventure, to promote imagination, and to develop the foundations of love and morality. Not many relate the fantastical stories to reality. Yet Ida, 96, and John Buchanan, 98, have been writing their own storybook for more than seven decades. They will celebrate their 75th wedding a...

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For travelers in search of the opportunity to relax by the sea - yet still partake in an active cultural and social scene - a trip to the lovely islands of the Bay of Naples is definitely one for the bucket list: we’re talking about Procida, Ischia and Capri. A long weekend is ideal for enjoying the beauties on display on these three islands and fo...

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Along the heights of the Amalfi Coast in Italy, every inch is terraced, connected by steep stony staircases that tempt visitors with twinkling — but treacherous — Mediterranean views. Climbing through terraced orchards of lemon trees, I'm hot and thirsty, fantasizing about fresh-squeezed lemonade. And then, just like a fairy tale, I come upon the d...

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The tiny island of Capri, stationed just off the Amalfi coast, is captivating and timeless, beautiful and essential. It exists as a tribute to great wealth and great taste without wholly ever rubbing either in your face. It has played both its roles of plaything and escape hatch for hundreds of years. And as is the case with anything so beautiful,...

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