A long day of travelling from Florence to Naples via train then picked up by a private shuttle company. Great to be in a car with air conditioning as it was 40'C when we arrived in Napels. We were asked if we were Americano!! but said no New Zealand, where the rugby world cup is presently on. Anthony our driver did not know rugby, and said he is the romatica type!!!! perfers the wine! Sharlene had to cortle as she recalled the ricotta cheese advertisment on NZ tv, I said you should of asked him if he weeps when he cooks!!!
Stopped in at Pompeii, sweltering our way around the Pompeii ruins. Took lots of pictures. Anthony introduced us to an elderly gentleman that carved cameos, i didnt know that they orginated from Italy, Pompeii in particular and were carved shell! Just beautiful!
Didn't realise just how big Napels is and how close to Mt Vesuveuis, no wonder the very large village was distroyed! The Coast of Amalfie is incredibly steep with buildings hanging off them. Very narrow roads, and crazy driver's. Sorento was again larger than expected. Took us about 1hr from Pompeii to Priano, probably because of the narrow and winding roads.
Our hotel is very nice, our room looks over the bay and a gorgeous church. Sitting outside having a drink while i write this and it feels like 30'C. Thats about all for now, looking forward to discovering more of the Amalfie coast tomorrow....... Ciao
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