Introducing Ischia
The biggest and busiest island in the bay, Ischia is a bubbling concoction of sprawling spa towns, mud-wrapped Germans, subtropical gardens and ancient booty. Famous for its thermal waters, it boasts some fine beaches and spectacular scenery.
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Most visitors stay on the touristy north coast, but go inland and you’ll find a rural landscape of chestnut forests, dusty farms and earthy hillside towns. On the tranquil south coast, Sant’Angelo is a blissful blend of twisting laneways, cosy harbour and bubbling beaches.
Last updated: Oct 27, 2008
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RE: Italian transport
by a_brit_in_ischia 07 September 2011
The inspectors here on Ischia use a double penalty... as well as the fine (of about €32, I think), they then throw offenders off at the…
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RE: southern italy
by a_brit_in_ischia 27 August 2011
They may not help with the choice very much, but you'll find photos from a range of places from Rome southwards amongst those here....…
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RE: Venice to Sorrento
by neckervd 20 August 2011
There are hundreds of places worth a visit between Venice and Sorrento. My proposal: visit these places another year when you will have…
