Amalfi notes
Stories, routes, and photography from the coast
Spring 2026
Cinema Under the Stars: Ravello's Movie Series Extended Through March
Imagine settling into the iconic Auditorium Oscar Niemeyer as the sun sets over the Amalfi Coast, the sea glittering below, and a classic film flickering to life on screen. This isn't just any movie night — this is "Il Cinema a Ravello," and it's just been extended through March 15th. Superman Lands in Ravello 🎬 The highlight of this weekend? Superman — the latest incarnation from director James Gunn. Saturday, February 7th features two screenings (6:30 PM and 9:00 PM) of the most anticipa
Santa Maria del Bando: Atrani's Hidden Sanctuary Where Dawn Writes Poetry
Some places on the Amalfi Coast don't need filters. They don't need queues. They don't need to be anything other than exactly what they are. Santa Maria del Bando is one of those places. When a Latvian Blogger Found Atrani's Soul Marta didn't come for the lemon sorbet served in a hollowed-out citrus. She didn't queue for the famous fried cuoppo. The digital nomad behind Explored by Marta — followed by thousands worldwide — climbed past Atrani's pastel houses before the sun rose, chasi
Carnival in Minori: A Week of Sweet Creativity and Seaside Celebrations
Imagine the scent of freshly baked cupcakes drifting through the sea breeze along Minori's waterfront. Colorful confetti scattered across Lungomare California. Children's laughter mixing with the sound of waves. This isn't just any February week on the Amalfi Coast — it's Carnevale time, and Minori is pulling out all the stops. Sweet Beginnings: Cupcake Workshop 🧁 The festivities kick off with something truly irresistible. This Sunday, February 8th, the town mensa transforms into a creativ
Heads Up: Yellow Weather Alert Hits the Amalfi Coast This Week
Picture this: you're sipping your morning espresso overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, and suddenly the sky decides to throw a tantrum. That's exactly what's coming our way this Wednesday. ⚠️ What's Happening Campania's Civil Protection just issued a Yellow Alert for sudden, intense thunderstorms hitting the region from 12:00 PM Wednesday, February 4 through 12:00 PM Thursday, February 5. And yes, that includes the entire Amalfi Coast. We're talking the full storm package: lightning that'll li
AstraDoc Double Premiere: Revolutionary Cinema in the Heart of Naples
Cinema lovers, mark your calendars! 🎬✨ Friday, February 6 brings a rare double feature to Naples' Cinema Astra — two premieres that showcase the power of documentary filmmaking to bridge cultures, tell intimate stories, and honor revolutionary voices. The AstraDoc series, curated by Arci Movie, continues its mission of bringing thought-provoking cinema to the heart of the city. A Double Premiere Evening The night begins at 8:30 PM with an exclusive restoration screening that cinephiles w
La Candelora: The Ancient Light That Defies Winter on the Amalfi Coast
February 2nd holds a quiet magic that predates Groundhog Day and supermarket candy displays. 🕯️✨ La Candelora (Candlemas) is one of Christianity's most ancient celebrations — a day when the faithful remember the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple and the moment when the elderly Simeon recognized the infant as "a light to enlighten the nations." For centuries, this feast has been marked by the blessing of candles — small flames symbolizing light's persistence through winter's darkest days.
Disco Mania: A Spectacular Time Machine Dance Experience in Verona
The strobe lights are warming up. The mirror ball is spinning. And Verona's Teatro Nuovo is about to transform into the most spectacular time machine you've ever experienced. 🪩✨ Saturday, February 7 at 9:00 PM, Stage11 presents "Disco Mania" — a show that doesn't just play the hits, but immerses you in the entire cultural revolution that was disco. This isn't a concert. This is a journey. From Funk to Dance Floor: A Musical Revolution "Disco Mania" traces the genre's evolution from its f
Keep Smile: Free Latin Dance Nights Just Minutes from the Amalfi Coast
Who says Tuesdays have to be boring? 💃🕺 In Mercato San Severino, just a stone's throw from the Amalfi Coast, there's a Tuesday night that transforms winter evenings into Caribbean getaways. The "Martedì Latino" (Latin Tuesday) at Bar Mediterraneo has become the go-to spot for anyone craving rhythm, warmth, and genuine social connection. Keep Smile — The Philosophy The motto says it all: "Keep Smile." This isn't about perfect technique or professional-level dancing. It's about joy, inclu
When Passion Becomes Vibration: Francesca Nonino at Believers Meeting
There's a certain electricity in the air when passionate people gather to share their stories. ⚡🥃 Last Thursday, January 29, the intimate Black Monday Speakeasy in Salerno became the stage for one of those unforgettable evenings. The Believers Meeting — a growing community of entrepreneurs, professionals, and creative minds — welcomed a very special guest: Francesca Nonino, sixth generation of the legendary Nonino family that's synonymous with premium grappa worldwide. More Than a Speech:
Snow Moon Magic: A Spectacular Lunar Rise Over the Lattari Mountains
Picture this: You're wandering through Positano at dusk, the ceramic-domed churches glowing amber against the twilight sky. Then you look up... and catch your breath. 🌕✨ The Snow Moon has risen over the Lattari Mountains. This wasn't just any moonrise. Local photographer Fabio Fusco — a man who seems to have an instinct for being in exactly the right place at the right time — captured the second full moon of the year as it emerged above the mountain peaks. Between the Croce del Vagnulo and
AI Comes to the Amalfi Coast: A Fascinating Evening in Vietri sul Mare
Ever wondered how AI might shape your travel experience? 🤖✨ Vietri sul Mare — that colorful ceramic haven on the Amalfi Coast — is about to become your unexpected gateway to understanding Artificial Intelligence. Forget dry lectures; this is AI explained with Mediterranean warmth and clarity. "Puntini su... l'AI" — AI Meets the Coast This Wednesday, February 4 at 7:00 PM, the Aula Consiliare Comunale (Town Hall) hosts an eye-opening event that's equal parts practical workshop and fascina
Carnival Comes to Minori: A Week of Masks, Music & Magic on the Amalfi Coast
Imagine strolling along Minori's stunning lungomare, the February sun warming your face, when suddenly you hear music and laughter spilling from the waterfront... 🎭 Carnival season has arrived on the Amalfi Coast, and Minori is pulling out all the stops! The town, in collaboration with the Forum dei Giovani, has crafted a delightful program that blends creativity, tradition, and pure fun for visitors and locals alike. What's On the Calendar? The festivities kick off with themed workshops
