But our main connection was Mario Arzano (39) 39224740407. Mario is property manager for Le Zinefra plus a dozen other rentals. He also offers a couple apartments at his own home up in tiny Torre. That home is directly on The Path of Lemons and the views there are worth crossing an ocean for. Mario is both wonderful and reliable, a fixer who will solve our concerns. *He also partners with excellent taxi driver Patrizio Amato (39 339 2490908) Above, Mario returns from a canine painting class.
But our main connection was Mario Arzano (39) 39224740407. Mario is property manager for Le Zinefra plus a dozen other rentals. He also offers a couple apartments at his own home up in tiny Torre. That home is directly on The Path of Lemons and the views there are worth crossing an ocean for. Mario is both wonderful and reliable, a fixer who will solve our concerns. *He also partners with excellent taxi driver Patrizio Amato (39 339 2490908) Above, Mario returns from a canine painting class.
0 2023/12/13 01:39:23
A bust that we saw in Herculaneum's gift shop. Herculaneum will be featured in an extended section later on here. It was our second visit. We chose it again only coz Pompeii is much larger and has little shade. We also prefer smaller crowds. *Those familiar with my mishap getting stuck in the WC upon arrival may want to know that my therapist says that I'm now finally ready to visit ancient ruins once more (more about that trauma later).
A bust that we saw in Herculaneum's gift shop. Herculaneum will be featured in an extended section later on here. It was our second visit. We chose it again only coz Pompeii is much larger and has little shade. We also prefer smaller crowds. *Those familiar with my mishap getting stuck in the WC upon arrival may want to know that my therapist says that I'm now finally ready to visit ancient ruins once more (more about that trauma later).
0 2023/12/13 01:53:25
An unusual sight up in Ravello.
An unusual sight up in Ravello.
0 2023/12/13 01:57:46
Truman Capote's old 'Persifal' cliff-side home can be seen just below Ravello, sandwiched between its seaside section Marmoretta. That property was recently for sale, but it seems that the heavenly asking price scared off any serious buyers.
Truman Capote's old 'Persifal' cliff-side home can be seen just below Ravello, sandwiched between its seaside section Marmoretta. That property was recently for sale, but it seems that the heavenly asking price scared off any serious buyers.
0 2023/12/13 02:07:23
We passed this oft-sleepy dog a number of times. he lazed around the tiny square beside the pasta-maker's shop.
We passed this oft-sleepy dog a number of times. he lazed around the tiny square beside the pasta-maker's shop.
0 2023/12/13 02:09:58
Speaking of dogs, this poster was created by students at the local elementary school. It was part of a series of municipal service posters they'd created, reminding folks of their public responsibilities to pick up garbage and whatnot. Love the way that the entire class signed their names!
Speaking of dogs, this poster was created by students at the local elementary school. It was part of a series of municipal service posters they'd created, reminding folks of their public responsibilities to pick up garbage and whatnot. Love the way that the entire class signed their names!
0 2023/12/13 02:10:58
Fishful thinking? That's no problem here. Plenty of Barnacle Bruno types.
Fishful thinking? That's no problem here. Plenty of Barnacle Bruno types.
0 2023/12/13 02:15:09
Another unexpected sight. Above is Giuseppe Siragusa. He won the 2023 'David Hasselhof Amalfi Coast Lifeguard of the Year' award. Seen here, he is reminding us that removing anything such as sand or rocks, from local beaches is prohibited under Italian law.
Another unexpected sight. Above is Giuseppe Siragusa. He won the 2023 'David Hasselhof Amalfi Coast Lifeguard of the Year' award. Seen here, he is reminding us that removing anything such as sand or rocks, from local beaches is prohibited under Italian law.
0 2023/12/13 02:15:56
Little darling waves during her ride. *Next: the local fishing culture in Cetara.
Little darling waves during her ride. *Next: the local fishing culture in Cetara.
0 2023/12/13 02:16:11
The unfortunate Vesuvius victims evident at Herculaneum. You may recall reading about them in the National Geographic cover story from decades ago (the woman still wearing her rings). These skeletons are currently prohibited from the public, as extensive renos are underway to upgrade the pathway in front.
The unfortunate Vesuvius victims evident at Herculaneum. You may recall reading about them in the National Geographic cover story from decades ago (the woman still wearing her rings). These skeletons are currently prohibited from the public, as extensive renos are underway to upgrade the pathway in front.
0 2023/12/13 02:21:48
Cetara (chay-tar-uh) remains a real working fish port. If memory serves, its name means 'whale'. Bourdain was but one travel luminary who sang its praises.
Cetara (chay-tar-uh) remains a real working fish port. If memory serves, its name means 'whale'. Bourdain was but one travel luminary who sang its praises.
0 2023/12/13 02:56:39
It also has an unusually high number of excellent restaurants for such a small place. Seen here is Gennaro, owner of the justly popular 'Aqua Pazza' restaurant. He had taken us next door to show his 'Colatura di alici' workshop. That was where he created his signature stinky fish sauce.
It also has an unusually high number of excellent restaurants for such a small place. Seen here is Gennaro, owner of the justly popular 'Aqua Pazza' restaurant. He had taken us next door to show his 'Colatura di alici' workshop. That was where he created his signature stinky fish sauce.
0 2023/12/13 02:58:46
In its liquid form, its salty taste goes well with vegetables, rice, pasta and eggs. One might call it a modern version of the ancient Roman 'garum' fish sauce staple. Btw, that restaurant name means 'crazy water', in reference of the traditional habit of fishermen boiling their meals.
In its liquid form, its salty taste goes well with vegetables, rice, pasta and eggs. One might call it a modern version of the ancient Roman 'garum' fish sauce staple. Btw, that restaurant name means 'crazy water', in reference of the traditional habit of fishermen boiling their meals.
0 2023/12/13 02:58:58
We conclude this section with a bonus shot of a fisherman in Conca dei Marini.
We conclude this section with a bonus shot of a fisherman in Conca dei Marini.
0 2023/12/13 02:59:52
Some fishermen were veterans.
Some fishermen were veterans.
0 2023/12/13 03:00:10
Also while we dined, an unshy cat kept creeping up on Mrs Z from behind. That gato would move its paw to touch her, but would do so in extreme slow motion. Such a measured pace! Never seen anything like it. Hilarious.
Also while we dined, an unshy cat kept creeping up on Mrs Z from behind. That gato would move its paw to touch her, but would do so in extreme slow motion. Such a measured pace! Never seen anything like it. Hilarious.
0 2023/12/13 03:00:38
There was a very palpable good vibe to Cetara.
There was a very palpable good vibe to Cetara.
0 2023/12/13 03:00:50
Some veterans assisted the young Turks.
Some veterans assisted the young Turks.
0 2023/12/13 03:01:29
It offers much to painters and
It offers much to painters and
0 2023/12/13 03:01:47
also photographers.
also photographers.
0 2023/12/13 03:01:59
One can arrive at Cetara either from say, Minori or Amalfi.
One can arrive at Cetara either from say, Minori or Amalfi.
0 2023/12/13 03:02:18
Beachcombers will enjoy walking here.
Beachcombers will enjoy walking here.
0 2023/12/13 03:02:34
Or instead coming from the opposite side, from larger Salerno (the train hub for the area and gateway to Paestum). We saw what appeared to be the very first cruises leaving port with tourists.
Or instead coming from the opposite side, from larger Salerno (the train hub for the area and gateway to Paestum). We saw what appeared to be the very first cruises leaving port with tourists.
0 2023/12/13 03:02:49
It makes for a fantastic daytrip or even a base.
It makes for a fantastic daytrip or even a base.
0 2023/12/13 03:03:04
Some were young Turks.
Some were young Turks.
0 2023/12/13 03:03:36
The golden hour in Cetara.
The golden hour in Cetara.
0 2023/12/13 03:03:59
Ay raggazzi!
Ay raggazzi!
0 2023/12/13 03:04:14
Gennaro did something while we dined, that demonstrated his noble character. An African tweener refugee had come to hawk flowers table to table. Far from being irritated, Gennaro instead patiently mentored her on the best places in town where one might try to sell flowers. A classy guy.
Gennaro did something while we dined, that demonstrated his noble character. An African tweener refugee had come to hawk flowers table to table. Far from being irritated, Gennaro instead patiently mentored her on the best places in town where one might try to sell flowers. A classy guy.
0 2023/12/13 03:05:02
Cetara is a typical town, one yet to be overrun by commercial tourism.
Cetara is a typical town, one yet to be overrun by commercial tourism.
0 2023/12/13 03:07:23
It hits that sweet spot well, and for us ranks as an essential visit, right up there with Ravello.
It hits that sweet spot well, and for us ranks as an essential visit, right up there with Ravello.
0 2023/12/13 03:07:38
En route to Herculaneum, we traversed the inland parts of greater Naples. Later, I'll post a description of our (mis)adventure staying with an upper class Napoli family during Xmas '90.
En route to Herculaneum, we traversed the inland parts of greater Naples. Later, I'll post a description of our (mis)adventure staying with an upper class Napoli family during Xmas '90.
0 2023/12/13 04:03:04
Did you know that Vesuvius is actually dwarfed by a much larger 'super-volcano'? It apparently is underneath the city plus the gulf, including some of the isles like Ischia. That is the real scare for local volcanologists. Btw, Herculaneum suffered a quake in 62ADS then the infamous eruption 17 years later. A cursed town.
Did you know that Vesuvius is actually dwarfed by a much larger 'super-volcano'? It apparently is underneath the city plus the gulf, including some of the isles like Ischia. That is the real scare for local volcanologists. Btw, Herculaneum suffered a quake in 62ADS then the infamous eruption 17 years later. A cursed town.
0 2023/12/13 04:03:19
This Herculaneum tour guide explains about the ongoing excavations to a visiting high school group. She also explained how Herculaneum was a ritzy seaside resort destination--think Carmel. Archaeology buffs may also want to visit the Oplontis villa in nearby Torre Anunziata--the wall paintings there are fantastic.
This Herculaneum tour guide explains about the ongoing excavations to a visiting high school group. She also explained how Herculaneum was a ritzy seaside resort destination--think Carmel. Archaeology buffs may also want to visit the Oplontis villa in nearby Torre Anunziata--the wall paintings there are fantastic.
0 2023/12/13 04:03:41
At the House of Argus: Paola Potenza from the Ministry of Culture had heard about my WC mishap (getting stuck inside then having to climb out through the window). "Bienvenuti Senor Zebec, are you OK? We understand that you exited that WC through the window into a group of arriving students. You must be so 'stanco' now, no? My associate here has kindly offered to lead you around by the arm if necessary. Mkay?"
At the House of Argus: Paola Potenza from the Ministry of Culture had heard about my WC mishap (getting stuck inside then having to climb out through the window). "Bienvenuti Senor Zebec, are you OK? We understand that you exited that WC through the window into a group of arriving students. You must be so 'stanco' now, no? My associate here has kindly offered to lead you around by the arm if necessary. Mkay?"
0 2023/12/13 04:04:04
Herculaneum worker cleans paths during morning opening hour. He would inform us that the large Villa Papiri is still closed for renos. Sigh...
Herculaneum worker cleans paths during morning opening hour. He would inform us that the large Villa Papiri is still closed for renos. Sigh...
0 2023/12/13 04:04:26
The House of Neptune & Amphitrite.
The House of Neptune & Amphitrite.
0 2023/12/13 04:04:50
Roman theatre mask decor replica. Some of the best relics are in the Naples Archaeology Museum, an absolute must-visit. It seems that 18C Bourbon diggers made off with a lot of items.
Roman theatre mask decor replica. Some of the best relics are in the Naples Archaeology Museum, an absolute must-visit. It seems that 18C Bourbon diggers made off with a lot of items.
0 2023/12/13 04:22:52
I'm a History major who has worked on one archaeological dig. Here on the right, brave Achilles renders aid to Telephus, the injured son of Hercules. Achilles does so by scraping magic rust off his own spearhead, to apply to the gut wound. The scene on the left shows fair Achilles consulting with the Delphic Oracle in Greece.
I'm a History major who has worked on one archaeological dig. Here on the right, brave Achilles renders aid to Telephus, the injured son of Hercules. Achilles does so by scraping magic rust off his own spearhead, to apply to the gut wound. The scene on the left shows fair Achilles consulting with the Delphic Oracle in Greece.
0 2023/12/13 04:24:10
It was not crowded during morning hours at Herculaneum. Nonetheless, posted signs asked (afternoon?) visitors to 'please wait their turns to be called inside--we have too many visitors here just right now.' School groups made up the majority of visitors. Graffiti from the ages was seen on some interior walls. Who does that? Btw, seniors may ask for an 'anziana' discount here, as elsewhere.
It was not crowded during morning hours at Herculaneum. Nonetheless, posted signs asked (afternoon?) visitors to 'please wait their turns to be called inside--we have too many visitors here just right now.' School groups made up the majority of visitors. Graffiti from the ages was seen on some interior walls. Who does that? Btw, seniors may ask for an 'anziana' discount here, as elsewhere.
0 2023/12/13 04:32:32
This Herculaneum fast food joint reminded me that Pompeii has recently uncovered some more exceptional remains of eateries just like this. Each vat would've contained a different food: stews, seafood, garum, wine, grains and more.
This Herculaneum fast food joint reminded me that Pompeii has recently uncovered some more exceptional remains of eateries just like this. Each vat would've contained a different food: stews, seafood, garum, wine, grains and more.
0 2023/12/13 04:34:25
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