Top 5 Reasons to Go

Top 5 Reasons to Go

Walking the streets of Naples: Its energy, chaos, and bursts of beauty make Naples the most operatic of Italian cities.

Exploring Pompeii: The excavated ruins of Pompeii are a unique and occasionally spooky glimpse into everyday life -- and sudden death -- in Roman times.

Ravello: High above the Amalfi coast, two spectacular villas compete for the title of most beautiful spot in southern Italy.

The gardens of the Reggia di Caserta: The Reggia (royal palace) in Caserta was the Bourbon monarchs' attempt to outdo Versailles. With the splendid gardens, covering 296 acres, they almost succeeded.

Fresh buffalo-milk mozzarella: One of the region's unique culinary experiences, the softball-sized white cheese is served without unnecessary garnish (other than perhaps a slice of tomato and a sprig of basil) in practically any of Campania's restaurants.