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Paradise's New Italian Address: Monastero Santa Rosa

Some say that paradise is subjective. We suspect they haven't been to the new Monastero Santa Rosa, perched above the Amalfi Coast. After an 11-year/$60 million renovation, paradise is open.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on September 20, 2012 at 10:48:55 AM EDT in Hotels Tagged: Italy, Hotels
Italy: What to Skip, and Where to Go Instead

Few countries can offer what Italy can in the way of local culinary specialties, art, and architecture, Oh, and throngs of tourists. Skip the beaten paths, and hit these worthy alternatives instead.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on August 07, 2012 at 3:20:06 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Travel Tips Tagged: Italy, Tips, Rome, Milan, Florence, Siena, Sights
The Perfect Amalfi Coast Itinerary

Starting with authentic pizza in Naples before retreating to an idyllic seaside town with sweeping views of the Mediterranean, you'll want to commit this itinerary to memory before your next trip to Italy.

Posted by Jimmy Im on July 17, 2012 at 4:07:21 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Trip Ideas Tagged: Italy
Beating the Euro on the Amalfi Coast

Save money on your next trip to the Amalfi Coast (and elsewhere in Italy) with this tips from the travelers in our Forums.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on April 05, 2010 at 6:08:59 PM EDT in Travel Tips
Planning a Trip to Italy: 20 Common Questions

UPDATE: JULY 2012 Looking for answers to some of the most common questions about visiting Italy? Check out the Most Common Questions When Planning a Trip to Italy for 2012. Nailing down the fine details of a trip can be a breeze if you have a few experts at hand. Fortunately, our Europe Forum is teeming with travelers who have recently been to Italy's many popular destinations, including Rome, Florence, Venice, and the Amalfi Coast. Expertise is always being solicited and shared. Upon their return, many members often write reports highlighting their trips' biggest successes-- and words of thanks to fellow members whose advice proved so helpful. Below are just a few typical questions from members in the middle of planning their trip to Italy. We encourage you to add your own advice! Have a question about your upcoming trip to Italy? Post it in the Europe forum. What are my car rental options? "Thank you so much for the suggestion to rent a car through Hertz Italy. We went to that website

Posted by Fodor's Community Members on June 03, 2008 at 6:22:18 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Community, Italy
A Fool-Proof Amalfi Coast Itinerary

The Amalfi Coast, a 43-mile stretch just around the bend from Naples, is on many traveler "to-do" lists. Despite overcrowding at the peak of summer, visitors come for the promise of relaxation, fine dining, plush inns, and vistas made famous by Hollywood. Escaping the crowds and finding your piece of paradise isn't impossible---it just takes a little bit of planning. When to Go The Amalfi Coast is not at its best in summer, when coastal towns swell with vacationers and the heat is often sweltering. Optimum times are May-June and September-October. Visiting in winter is an appealing option---the temperature remains comfortable, rain is relatively rare, and hotel rates are at their lowest. However, be aware that some hotels and restaurants will not be open---always call ahead or check hotel web sites (if available). Getting Around Planes, trains, and automobiles, ferries, hydrofoils, and buses. On the Amalfi Coast the options are endless---we've tried to take out the guesswork with our town-specific

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 11, 2007 at 11:58:59 PM EDT in Trip Ideas