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Some days we want to have lunch in Rome and dinner in Milan, for that we’re grateful for the three-hour Alta Velocità. But then there are other days we want to slow down, peel our eyes from our screens, and really just enjoy the ride. These three train lines call attention to bygone eras of travel, and they’re more about the journey than the destin...

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Sorrento, Italy, packs over 2,600 years of history. It sits on the Sorrentine Peninsula, eyes on the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Famous for citrus groves and history, it's always pulled crowds. Its story starts in the 8th century BC with local tribes, catching Etruscan attention. The Osci took over next, leaving 600 BC ruins behind. Before Ro...

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Many people confuse Sorrento with the Amalfi Coast because they are neighboring areas. However, Sorrento, which sits on its own peninsula a bit to the north of the coast, is unique – particularly when it comes to its landscape and geology. The town sits high on a cliff edge and is renowned for its sea views, sunny weather and citrus. Sorrento is a...

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Sorrento’s Historic Old Town, nestled along the picturesque Mediterranean coast, is a true gem that offers a rich blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. This article will take you on a journey to explore the wonders of Sorrento’s Old Town, its landmarks, local cuisine, shopping scene, as well as various activities and attractions that make...

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From pizza and pasta every other day to breath-taking views of the Mediterranean, the first two weeks of my semester abroad have flown by. With how much I’ve done these days, it feels like I’ve been living here for a month. I’ve learned a lot about myself and my surroundings, learned to appreciate the opportunities I’m given, and have already met p...

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With family celebrations taking up the winter holidays and the summer a perennial struggle to mesh everyone’s schedules, spring break in Italy can be a great alternative. Schools generally close at least once between March and April, and stay closed for a week (or slightly longer, if you count two weekends); flights are often cheaper during these s...

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If you've ever had the chance to go to Italy, or eaten at a traditional Italian restaurant in the United States, you may be familiar with the sweet drink known as limoncello. Limoncello is an Italian liqueur made from soaking lemon peels in alcohol and is most frequently served after meals as a digestive. Limoncello made in Italy uses a special typ...

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Naples, a city kissed by the Mediterranean sun and a custodian of an extraordinary cultural heritage, offers an extraordinary variety of opportunities to explore its surroundings. If you have only one day, there is no need to worry: we have selected ten exceptional  one day trips you can take from Naples. These itineraries will lead you to discover...

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As Dana Point looks to officially establish a sister city relationship with its current friendship city Sorrento, a local delegation that Mayor Mike Frost and Mayor Pro Tem Jamey Federico led shared thoughts on the trip after returning from the coastal Italian town in late-October. During the roughly weeklong visit, the delegation took part in meet...

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Sorrento is the land of lemons! This is a destination where cheerful citrus adorns every piece of women’s clothing and is prominently featured in local cuisine. Everywhere you look, lemons add a pop of yellow to the azure landscapes before you. When you’re in town, don’t miss the chance to visit a historic lemon grove in Sorrento. When you experien...

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