The small seaside city of Positano on the Amalfi Coast is centrally located for day trips to Capri Island, Sorrento, Naples or Ravello, but it is intriguing enough to be a standalone destination ...

Approximately 4,000 people call Positano home, but tourists flock to the area every summer for its postcard views, high-end shopping (famous for their made-to-measure sandals) and world-class beaches.

Praiano is often overlooked by tourists in favor of Positano. On the bright side, those who are looking for a more authentic, cheaper, and quieter vacation on the Amalfi Coast will find it in Praiano.

To help you pick a vacation spot, U.S. News weighed factors ... You can indulge in fine dining and luxury resorts in Positano (Il San Pietro di Positano and Le Sirenuse are two top spots); take ...

Il San Pietro di Positano is one of the most iconic retreats along the Amalfi Coast. The property's scenic ambiance of understated luxury seduced us as soon as we arrived. Regular visitors say it ...