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Naples, Italy
Start in the chaotic, electric heart of the south. Explore the historic centro storico, eat pizza at its birthplace (try Sorbillo or Di Matteo), and take a day trip to Pompeii or Mount Vesuvius.
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Pompei, Italy
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Sorrento, Italy
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Capri, Italy
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Positano, Italy
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Ravello, Italy
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Amalfi Coast, Italy
Base yourself in Positano or Amalfi town for stunning clifftop villages and turquoise waters. Take the ferry between towns to avoid the winding coastal traffic. Don't miss a lemon granita and a hike on the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods).
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Tropea, Italy
A dramatic clifftop town in Calabria perched above some of the clearest turquoise water in Italy. The Santa Maria dell'Isola church on its rocky promontory is iconic. Try the local red onions — a Tropea specialty used in jams, sauces, and salads.
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Matera, Italy
One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, famous for its ancient cave dwellings called Sassi. Walk through the two ravines at sunset for a magical atmosphere. Try local dishes like crapiata bean stew and peperoni cruschi.
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Alberobello, Italy
A UNESCO World Heritage town famous for its iconic trulli — whitewashed stone huts with conical roofs. The Rione Monti district is the most picturesque area to wander. Pair your visit with a trip to the Itria Valley and nearby Locorotondo.
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Lecce, Italy
Known as the Florence of the South for its extraordinary baroque architecture carved in golden limestone. Stroll Piazza del Duomo at dusk and sample pasticciotto pastries for breakfast like a local. The city is a great base for exploring the beaches of the Salento peninsula.
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Polignano a Mare, Italy
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Monopoli, Italy
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Ostuni, Italy