I LOVE DORSODURO!

I'M RETURNING TO DORSODURO, VENICE!!!

I just need to return to one of my favorite places in ITALY.  So, in September I will return to "my" house in Doroduro.  I Recently wrote an article for a Venic/Veneto website outlining my next adventure!  See the following link:

http://venice-italy-veneto.com/i-love-dorsoduro.html

AMALFI, ITALY

AMALFI.....A Beautiful Village on the Amalfi Coast

Just a 15 minute Ferry Ride from Maiori along the Amalfi Coast is this lovely Village and the connection point to other towns along the Amalfi Coast and Capri!

You land at a dock which has connecting Ferries to Sorrento, Salerno, Positano, Capri and others.  It is probably one of the simplest and most scenic means of transportation on the Amalfi Coast.

Following are some pictures taken during my day there on October 29, 2016.

Views from the Ferry on the way to Amalfi.

Walking around the town.  Surprisingly, the town Center is void of all those stairs that are found in so many other Coastal towns.  Of course, if you venture out of the town Center, it is mostly up hill.

A little lunch in Amalfi.......I have not had pizza since arriving back in the US.....there is no other place but Italy to eat Pizza!!!!

The Pottery in all the towns along the Amalfi Coast is incredible.  I bought tons of it....as gifts and for myself.  Luckily I was traveling back to the States by Ship & once I got to FL I shipped it all home so I didn't have to take it on the plane with me.

Such a beautiful little village!

SUNDAY IN MINORI

Gorgeous Sunday

Time to do the walk, uphill on SS 163 into Minori.  There's no "sidewalk" so, you basically walk in the narrow street.  However, the narrowest part out of Maiori has a traffic light so the traffic up and down is single lane.  Here are the pictures along the way!

MY IMPRESSIONS OF MAIORI, ITALY

AFTER ONE WEEK OF LIVING ON THE AMALFI COAST!  Part One

When the sun is shining brightly it's wonderful!  Lots of walking & exploring!  And also taking advantage of the sun terrace on the roof of my building!  I Spent hours up there reading one exceptional day!

On the less beautiful days, people are still out and about,  me included....just dress appropriately and be sure to have an umbrella!  Rain does not scare the locals in this small village!  

EATING 

Fabulouso!  There is a large selection of restaurants and all of the food I've had has been excellent!  

Fillet with roasted garlic potato.  And, of course, PIZZA!

                                     
                                                               Ricotta cake!  Deliciouso.

Fried assortment of seafood.

And an antipasto of an incredible soft cheese covered by fresh tomatoes and cured ham, not prosciutto.....I need to take better notes.

Ciao that's it for today!

RAINY DAY IN MAIORI

JUST EAT IN!

One of the biggest advantages of renting a home anywhere is you have a kitchen & can cook!  Today was one of those days!  Leftover sauce and spaghetti with freshly made Brocollini!  

And Gelato from across the street!

                                                              Molto Bene!

THE DAY OF STAIRS in MAIORI

Maiori Is one of the relatively flatter Amalfi Coast Towns

BUT IT DOES HAVE STAIRS!

You can walk all over Maiori on flat ground, however, if you want to visit a landmark such as "Collegiata di Santa Maria a Mare" be prepared for stairs!  Interestingly, it was also the way to a hiking trail that leads to Minori.  When I reached the sign, with an 

arrow saying Minori, there were more stairs!  I Called it a day!  I'm Opting for the ferry or the bus to visit Minori!  Tip for senior travelers...know your limitations. 

ANOTHER DAY IN MAIORI

MAIORI, FABULOUSO DAY

Today was a day of stocking my pantry!  It started with my grocery cart.

And ended with this!

Cutting Board & knife ready!

I must say, shopping for groceries with your own cart and just a minute walk from the apartment is a. sweet treet!  Tomorrow I am making my own sauce....aka gravy!  With sausage!  And a side dish of Broccolini!  

Mangia!

Advantages of Traveling as a Senior Alone

ADVANTAGES OF TRAVELING ALONE AS A SENIOR 

Especially in Italy 

They as a people and as a nation respect the elderly.  I'm Reminded of the time in Venice...me with 3 bags of luggage at my designated spot to meet my water Taxi.  The Boat pulls up and the boatman is hollering "IMPOSSIBLA". Apparently, due to the water level it was impossible for him to pick me up on that side of the bridge.  Me looking at the bridge I had to cross with 3 bags ... I Was in a dilemma. Until a young man just grabbed the two larger bags and carried them over the bridge to my Taxi.  No hesitation....then he hugged me.

Lovely ladies sitting beachside today ....near my favorite bench!  

Finally Arrived in Maiori, Italy

MAIORI, ITALY

I've finally arrived and have been getting oriented & the unavoidable unpacking!  My month on the Amalfi Coast has begun!  Following are pictures of my immediate area!

Of course, first meal....Pizza!

                                                                       Corso Regina

At the entrance to Corso Regina 

The Little side alleys.

Corso Regina is a pedestrian avenue where there are many shops & restaurants.

Cetara

CETARA, Italy

One of the nearby villages I plan to visit by boat!  There's a boat in the port of Maiori that sails over several times a day!