Ravello Holidays

This panoramic stretch of coastline comprises some of Italy’s most breathtaking and dramatic scenery. Colourful Positano, a regular haunt for many a discerning guest and Ravello, which rests atop towering cliffs, provide spectacular views from their lofty settings but venture from their steep steps and you will find yourself in Amalfi, where azure waters lap at a shore dotted with whitewashed villas, luxury hotels, fisherman’s cottages and charming town houses.

RAVELLO
• The small, aristocratic town of Ravello rests over a jutting balcony of rock with staggering views over a breadth of sparkling turquoise sea. Celebrated for its majestic, scented public gardens, this tranquil town is an otherworldly blend of masterpieces of Moorish-Mediterranean architecture and an 11th century cathedral. As evening approaches, head to its piazzetta for a classic Italian aperitivo and enjoy the surrounding tranquillity day-trippers have left behind. In the summer months, do take the opportunity to attend one of the al fresco events during its music festival.

SCALA
• Just one mile (1,6km) from Ravello the little town of Scala is poised on a hillside with its cathedral overlooking the fertile countryside. Time seems to have stopped in this quaint town, thus affording a quieter and more peaceful holiday away from the hustle and bustle of larger resorts that frame the Neapolitan Riviera and Amalfi Coast.

• Duomo of Saint Pantaleone Ravello • Villa Rufolo • Amalfi Drive

Italy's most spectacular stretch of coastline with steep-stepped Positano, clinging to tall cliffs; Amalfi with its whitewashed villas, fisherman's dwellings, merchant town houses and luxury hotels that overlook sapphire coloured seas; and beautiful Ravello, whose lofty setting offers inspirational views.

RAVELLO
• Celebrated for its majestic gardens, the aristocratic, small town of Ravello rests over a jutting balcony with staggering views over a vast expanse of turquoise water. Its al fresco summer music festival erupts in a triumphant hymn to life. This tranquil town is endowed with an other-worldly quality, scented public gardens, an 11th century cathedral and masterpieces of Moorish-Mediterranean architecture.

SCALA
• Perched on a hillside just one mile (1,6km) from Ravello is the small town of Scala. This timeless town with an interesting old cathedral offers a genteel option for those seeking a quieter alternative to the larger resorts.

• Duomo of Saint Pantaleone Ravello • Villa Rufolo • Amalfi Drive