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Escape to the Amalfi Coast, 1st Edition: One-of-a-Kind Experiences in Capri, Positano, Sorrento, and the Bay of Naples (Fodor's Escape to the Amalfi Coast)
 
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Escape to the Amalfi Coast, 1st Edition: One-of-a-Kind Experiences in Capri, Positano, Sorrento, and the Bay of Naples (Fodor's Escape to the Amalfi Coast) [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Robert I.C. Fisher (Author)
3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)


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Fodor's Escape to the Amalfi Coast March 30, 1999
Escape to the Amalfi Coast

A spectacular new color guide that highlights the exceptional experiences of one of Italy's most evocative regions.


Stay at the villa where Greta Garbo sought solitude

Let this book inspire and guide you as you plan you Amalfi getaway.  Each of the two dozen sites and experiences it highlights is a perfect gem -- as you'll see for yourself in more than 150 luscious photographs.


Restore your spirit in a 13th-century convent

Mix and match featured travel ideas like these to create a one-of-a-kind itinerary that showcases all the facets of this storied corner of Italy.


Behold the bluest views in the world

Catch a bus along the vertiginous drive that has dizzied travelers for centuries, then hike in the mountains high above.  Visit Roman ruins that out-dazzle Pompeii's and spend the night in hotels that have coddled celebrities.  Every sea-kissing-sky panorama will leave you breathless.


Plan your escape today

The planning section tells you about the costs, lodging options, how to get there, and more; detailed maps show you what's where.  Keep this book by your bedside to sweeten your dreams, or pop it into your tote bag when you hit the road.  And get ready for the trip of a lifetime.


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The only problem with Robert Fisher's Escape to the Amalfi Coast is that it's addictive. Fisher is both a writer and a photographer, and his guide to the Italian coast bordering the Bay of Naples is rich in luscious photography and descriptive prose. Starting with the lure of Positano; exploring the sun-blessed coastal towns of Ravello, Sorrento, and Amalfi; and venturing as far as Naples and Capri, Fisher revels in the region's beauty--both natural and manufactured. He highlights the azure seascapes and scruffy mountain hikes, the palazzos where celebrities romp; the bougainvillea-bedecked nooks where lovers spoon; the grand restaurants serving truffles and foie gras; and the archetypal fishing villages, replete with whitewashed cottages, turquoise seas, and weathered dories. Thumb through those pictures, read about those villages, and your only focus becomes how soon you can go and how long you can stay. --Stephanie Gold

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Escape to the Amalfi Coast

A spectacular new color guide that highlights the exceptional experiences of one of Italy's most evocative regions.


Stay at the villa where Greta Garbo sought solitude

Let this book inspire and guide you as you plan you Amalfi getaway.  Each of the two dozen sites and experiences it highlights is a perfect gem -- as you'll see for yourself in more than 150 luscious photographs.


Restore your spirit in a 13th-century convent

Mix and match featured travel ideas like these to create a one-of-a-kind itinerary that showcases all the facets of this storied corner of Italy.


Behold the bluest views in the world

Catch a bus along the vertiginous drive that has dizzied travelers for centuries, then hike in the mountains high above.  Visit Roman ruins that out-dazzle Pompeii's and spend the night in hotels that have coddled celebrities.  Every sea-kissing-sky panorama will leave you breathless.


Plan your escape today

The planning section tells you about the costs, lodging options, how to get there, and more; detailed maps show you what's where.  Keep this book by your bedside to sweeten your dreams, or pop it into your tote bag when you hit the road.  And get ready for the trip of a lifetime.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Fodor's; 1st edition (March 30, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 067900307X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0679003076
  • Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 6.6 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #896,545 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Amalfi on your own, March 31, 2000
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Bobbie (Apple Valley, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Escape to the Amalfi Coast, 1st Edition: One-of-a-Kind Experiences in Capri, Positano, Sorrento, and the Bay of Naples (Fodor's Escape to the Amalfi Coast) (Hardcover)
The photos are beautiful. This is not a typical Fodor's travel guide book. They forgot the "guide". If you want to sit and "uuuu" and "ahh" and want a coffee table book this is good. If you want a guide book...PASS...you'll do better on your own.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Escapes any real information, February 27, 2000
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C.T. (New York (has been to Amalfi Coast twice)) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Escape to the Amalfi Coast, 1st Edition: One-of-a-Kind Experiences in Capri, Positano, Sorrento, and the Bay of Naples (Fodor's Escape to the Amalfi Coast) (Hardcover)
This is not the typical Fodor's guidebook one may have used for previous travel, but rather a compilation of beautiful photos coupled with minimal detailed information. If you are looking for wonderful snapshots of the region prior to travel - this book is for you. If you are looking for a book with even a bit of useful information, i.e. restaurants, hotels, "things to do", weather, shopping, etc. - pass and don't look back - you won't find it here.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic;a book to treasure and display for a life time., August 9, 1999
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This review is from: Escape to the Amalfi Coast, 1st Edition: One-of-a-Kind Experiences in Capri, Positano, Sorrento, and the Bay of Naples (Fodor's Escape to the Amalfi Coast) (Hardcover)
Having traveled on the Amalfi Coast numerous times, being able to open the spectacular pages and relive the memories is something both my husband I will enjoy for years to come. More indepth tour books are available, but nothing can capture the beauty and romance that is in Robert Fisher's book. It will never be out of date and can be treasured for a lifetime.
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