Paradise in Positano

Early ish start (well actually slept in a bit but all good). Caught the 9.40AM ferry to Positano. Beautiful views along the coast on the 70min ride.

Positano was beautiful. The initial area where we docked was definitely touristy. Lots of choice for cafes etc so we stopped for coffee and biscotti - and got some lovely beach views in the bargain. Then there's basically only one route away from the beach which we took - but as we went a bit further afield, the crowds tapered away and we were left with stunning views in peace and quiet.

It was very hot though, so grabbed a lemon slushy on the way (everything is lemon here and the limoncello is famous).

Decided we would head to the Furnillo beach, which is a smaller and more private beach a couple of coves away from the main drag. Took the longer way down (only 20min walk) and got to explore some of the steep and narrow streets.

By the time we arrived, we were pretty hot and getting hungry so decided to sit in the shade and have some lunch. Had a delicious meal of freshly caught sea bass that was grilled, and prawn/swordfish pasta, washed down with beer and lemon soda. Yum and relatively reasonable.

Got changed and rented a beach umbrella and two loungers - beach was pebbly vs sandy, so towels alone weren't going to be very comfortable. Relaxed on the beach for a while. Considered swimming but the heat had gone (should have gone immediately after our big walk). Dipped our feet in the Mediterranean though (Radi braved going in to her shoulders). Played briefly with a cute puppy that only seemed to understand how fetch works half the time - although the other half we'd end up fetching for him so maybe he does understand...

Changed back and walked the main path to central area, bought some souvenirs and ice cream. The pistachio flavoured magnum-type one was nice.

Back on the boat to Salerno. Watched the sunset. Overall - a perfect day in Positano (and we have so many beautiful photos beyond the 6 we can post!).Read more