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EmmaJH Apr 24th, 2013 01:54 PM

Positano or Praiano???
 
hello!!!

I would greatly value any feedback from anyone that has visited both these places as i'm torn between which one to choose for my weeks break at the end of May....help!!!!!

Thanks :-)

ekc Apr 24th, 2013 03:09 PM

Same answer as on the Tripadvisor forum! :-)

WWK Apr 25th, 2013 03:16 AM

Praiano is cheaper, but fairly isolated with minimal nightlife. If that doesn't bother you, stay there. Otherwise try to find reasonable accommodations in Positano.

bardo1 Apr 25th, 2013 04:16 AM

I have been to both. Both have their pros & cons (mostly pros).

What are you looking for?

What are your priorities?

Details. Details. Please.

EmmaJH Apr 25th, 2013 12:36 PM

Hello! Thanks very much for replies, I have since been researching and opted for Praiano! I will let you know how I get on!!

bardo1, my priorities were balanced between the 2 places, but in the end, the more local/less touristy option won! I will take the bus to some surrounding places on days that I feel I need to be somewhere a little more lively!

What were your pros cons for Praiano by the way? Any tips for a first timer! ;-)

ekscrunchy Apr 25th, 2013 04:01 PM

Praiano has no real center, and rather poor transport options. Access to the beaches require a lot of steps. Bus schedules will be limited in May. Food choices also very limited.

yipper Apr 25th, 2013 05:40 PM

I love Praiano, but I was there with15 relatives. We stayed at the tromanto d'doro and ate breakfast and dinner there. The food was great and the view fabulous. There is a large roof top pool. It is easy to get around via bus, but it is sleepy at night. I was pleased with our decision. The walk to the beach was very fine.. Just walk slowly going up and have a drink at the top. There are restaurants there.

EmmaJH Apr 25th, 2013 10:44 PM

Thanks guys for your advice :-)
I don't mind steps as I'm quite fit and like to keep active!

I try to eat very wealthily too, and wondered if anyone can recommend any restaurants in that area?

Thanks again!!! I can't wait! ;-)

EmmaJH Apr 26th, 2013 12:58 PM

I meant healthily!!!

yorkshire Apr 26th, 2013 01:13 PM

This restaurant list might help you get started:
http://www.summerinitaly.com/guide/praiano_restaurants
I'd check chow hound too, as you may get some good recs there.

EmmaJH Apr 28th, 2013 08:23 AM

Thanks yorkshire :-)


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