Amalfi notes
Stories, routes, and photography from the coast
Spring 2026
New Year, New AmalfiDay: Here's What We've Been Up To
We've completely revamped AmalfiDay for 2026 — daily news, a full parking guide, updated motorcycle routes, new photo sessions, and much more. Here's everything that's new!!
Vietri in Love: Romantic Light Installations Return for Valentine's Week
Vietri sul Mare lights up for Valentine's with 'Vietri in Love' — romantic luminarie, a photo contest with ceramic prizes, and the perfect excuse to explore the Amalfi Coast's gateway town. Feb 10–17.
So, Amalfi Coast Tourism in 2025: High Satisfaction, Rising Prices, and huge Parking Problem
The Tourism District's 2025 report reveals 87.7/100 visitor satisfaction, rising accommodation prices, and persistent challenges with parking and mobility along the coast.
Fuenti Landslide update: Amalfi Drive Reopens a Day Early
Great news for Amalfi Coast travelers — the SS163 at Fuenti reopens today at 7 PM with alternating traffic, a full day ahead of schedule after Friday's landslide.
Amalfi Carnival 2026: Three Days of Masks, Parades
From February 15–17, Amalfi's historic center transforms into an open-air theater with circus acts, the famous Maiori parade, and Commedia dell'Arte performances. All events are free.
Sita Sud Emergency Bus Schedules: Amalfi–Salerno via Tramonti After Fuenti Landslide
Sita Sud Emergency Bus Schedules: How to Get Between Amalfi and Salerno Right Now If you're planning to travel between Amalfi and Salerno in the coming days, heads up — things have changed. A landslide at Fuenti (near Cetara) has completely closed the famous SS163 coastal road at km 47+300, in both directions. No cars, no buses, no getting through. But don't panic! Sita Sud has activated an emergency bus plan, and we've got all the details you need to keep moving along the coast. The
The 52nd Gran Carnevale di Maiori 2026: Dreams, Floats & Fireworks on the Amalfi Coast
Picture this: giant papier-mâché floats towering over the seafront, fireworks bursting over the Tyrrhenian Sea, and the entire town of Maiori pulsing with music, color, and pure joy. That's the Gran Carnevale di Maiori — and this year, the 52nd edition is bigger and more magical than ever. 🎭 The theme for 2026? "Il Sogno" — The Dream. And from Valentine's Day light shows to spectacular float parades and a '90s dance party, this carnival is one dream you'll definitely want to step into.
Peacocks and Ancient Masks Unearthed at Pompeii's Villa of Poppaea
A rare chance to witness live excavations at one of the most luxurious Roman villas ever discovered If you're planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast this February, we've got something extraordinary to add to your itinerary. Just a short drive from Positano, in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, archaeologists are making stunning new discoveries at the Villa of Poppaea—and for the first time, you can watch history being unearthed in real-time. What's Being Discovered The Villa of Poppaea, believed
Frana sulla Statale Amalfitana: strada chiusa a Vietri sul Mare
Landslide Closes Statale Amalfitana: Road Blocked in Vietri sul Mare Early this morning at 5:40 AM, a retaining wall collapsed near the former "La Pergola" restaurant in Fuenti, sending cubic meters of debris, soil, and large rocks tumbling onto the SS 163 Amalfitana coastal road. The wall, already in precarious condition near a tourist facility, gave way completely — blocking the road in both directions at kilometer 47+300 between Vietri sul Mare and Cetara. What This Means for Trav
🎭 Gran Carnevale in Maiori 2026 The Program
The Amalfi Coast's biggest and most colourful carnival is back! The Gran Carnevale Maiorese returns for its 52nd edition under the enchanting theme "Il Sogno" — The Dream. From February 8 through 22, the seaside town of Maiori transforms into a stage for spectacular float parades, fireworks, live music, 3D light shows, and much more. Whether you're a local or visiting the coast, this is one event you don't want to miss. Here's the full lineup 👇 📅 Saturday, February 8 — Opening 🕙 10:00 AM
This is my 10 Years on the Amalfi Coast
💡Hey, How are you? My name is Gregory. Ten years ago, I moved to the Amalfi Coast and rebuilt my life from scratch. It was a different world back then. A different rhythm, a different version of myself. So much has happened in those ten years that it’s hard to compress it into a clean story or a clear conclusion. What I can say with certainty is this: every single day here confirmed that the decision was right. Not once in a while. Not only in the beautiful moments. Every day. Every minute. T
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Preview: Tuscany's Wine Event of the Year Returns
Wine lovers, mark your calendars. The thirty-second edition of the Anteprima del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is set to transform the ancient Fortezza di Montepulciano into a celebration of Italy's first-ever DOCG wine. A Record-Breaking Edition 🍷 This year's event — running February 22-23 — promises to be the largest yet. 57 producers will gather within the fortress walls, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to taste the latest vintages directly from the source. What make
