GEMS OF THE AMALFI COAST
COMBINING ART AND BEAUTY WITH SOME OF THE MOST INTERESTING ACTIVITIES ON THE COAST
POSITANO is the pearl of the Amalfi Coast. The typical white house’s dotting the hillside and sloping into the sea, its quirky narrow streets, the boutiques of the famous Positano fashion and its beautiful beaches, make this town a tourist destination not to be missed.
Positano is about a 45 minute drive from Relais Blu and is easily accessible by car or for those who wish to have fun, it is great on a scooter too!
Our concierge can also organise excursions by private boat, which include; pick up from the hotel, sailing along the coast with stops for a refreshing swim and free time to explore this quaint Mediterranean village. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. An evening in Positano will prove to be a very fun and romantic experience Have a drink on the beach and then dine in one of the typical restaurants on the sea. For those of you wishing to make the most of your evening in Positano, there are also several clubs to visit too.
AMALFI is an ancient Maritime Republic and offers magnificent examples of medieval architecture, including the famous St. Andrew's Cathedral, with the Cloister of Paradise. Definitely worth visiting is the Paper Museum in the Valley of the Ferriere, where you can discover the history of the famous Charter Wadding of Amalfi.
Amalfi is about 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Relais Blu and is accessible by car.
You can also reach Amalfi with a group excursion. This is available 3 times a week in the summer months and includes: pick up at the hotel (about 8:30 am) and two stops in the towns of Amalfi and Positano before returning in the afternoon at the hotel.
RAVELLO is a place with undeniable charm and has inspired many great legacies, such as the great German composer Wagner. The "Belvedere Infinity" in Villa Cimbrone, the gardens of Villa Rufolo, the Ravello Festival, (the well renowned festival of symphonic music and dance) are some of the many excellent reasons to visit this magificent town.
Ravello is about 1 hour and 30 minutes’ from Relais Blu and is accessible by car.
