Italian Beach Vacation - where?
Feb 2nd, 2006, 07:42 AM
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Another vote for Sperlonga. We were there in May a few years ago. The beach is sandy, not rocky, unlike Fano or other resorts on the Adriatic. This is a day-trip from Rome, so we saw students during the week, and day-trippers on the weekend. (Gaeta, a few miles away & has an American base, had too many hi-rise resorts.)
We stayed at a place similar to the Aurora a few feet down the beach--i can't remember the name-- because when we got there the Aurora was out of beach-front rooms. (We didn't have reservations, and found Sperlonga by chance.) Note that they required half-board. There were rooms for rent, not beachfront, but near the beach. The beach town itself is not interesting, but the Old Town up on the hill has narrow streets, restaurants & shops, and gorgeous views.
We stayed at a place similar to the Aurora a few feet down the beach--i can't remember the name-- because when we got there the Aurora was out of beach-front rooms. (We didn't have reservations, and found Sperlonga by chance.) Note that they required half-board. There were rooms for rent, not beachfront, but near the beach. The beach town itself is not interesting, but the Old Town up on the hill has narrow streets, restaurants & shops, and gorgeous views.
Feb 2nd, 2006, 08:16 AM
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Thanks everyone! Will add Sperlonga to the list of places to check out.
Just to clarify, I definitely want to stay in an apartment, not a hotel. It is generally cheaper, and I love having a kitchen, and feeling like I am coming "home" at night.
Caroline, I'm fine with pebbles instead of sand. I'm one of those suckers who shells out the 7 euros for the beach chair and umbrella - I just add it to the budget as a necessary indulgence. I just want a space to lie out, and beautiful water and scenery.
Thanks again!
Just to clarify, I definitely want to stay in an apartment, not a hotel. It is generally cheaper, and I love having a kitchen, and feeling like I am coming "home" at night.
Caroline, I'm fine with pebbles instead of sand. I'm one of those suckers who shells out the 7 euros for the beach chair and umbrella - I just add it to the budget as a necessary indulgence. I just want a space to lie out, and beautiful water and scenery.
Thanks again!
Feb 2nd, 2006, 12:58 PM
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Hi Kiki,
While you are drawing up your list, you might look into Monte Argentario. I would assume there are apartment rentals in Porto Ercole and Porto San Stefano, at least. Mostly you will encounter stylish Romans and locals; very far off the tourist paths. As NYers, we call it the Hamptons of Rome (but much cheaper!)
While you are drawing up your list, you might look into Monte Argentario. I would assume there are apartment rentals in Porto Ercole and Porto San Stefano, at least. Mostly you will encounter stylish Romans and locals; very far off the tourist paths. As NYers, we call it the Hamptons of Rome (but much cheaper!)
Feb 3rd, 2006, 12:06 AM
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KikiLee, just reread your original post & noticed the city bit. I'd recommend starting in Palermo then getting the train to Taormina. I spent a week in Palermo, found it fascinating & want to go back for more.
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hi julieanne,
so glad that you found my capri trip report helpful! it seems so long ago that i was there. am returning to italy this june - milan, lake como, umbria, and not settled yet on returning to venice, or off to explore new territories like bari, or sardinia. if any fodorites have a suggestion for 5 nites and choosing between the bari area or sardinia, that would be so appreciated. ciao for now, bella!
so glad that you found my capri trip report helpful! it seems so long ago that i was there. am returning to italy this june - milan, lake como, umbria, and not settled yet on returning to venice, or off to explore new territories like bari, or sardinia. if any fodorites have a suggestion for 5 nites and choosing between the bari area or sardinia, that would be so appreciated. ciao for now, bella!
