Capri

The island of Capri was today's destination. We caught the 8:30 a.m. ferry from the Sorrento port and headed. I remembered from my last visit that Capri was a little more pricey than other places. So be prepared to keep that wallet open. Buses on the island are fairly cheap and a good way to get around (Cost: 2 Euro per ride). The ferry ride from Sorrento to Capri was just under 30 minutes on the high-speed ferry which was fully enclosed.

Once we arrived to Capri we took the funicular to the top of Capri Town from Marina Grande. The ride was 2 Euro per ride and only took about 5 minutes. From there we caught the little island bus from the main centre and rode to Anacapri, which was the other part of the island. Easy enough, just hang on if you do not have a seat because the roads are really narrow and winding. The bus drivers earn their pay. In some places it was hard to believe the road was for 2 way traffic. We just greased the sides of the bus and powered through! haha.

Once to Anacapri, the adventure did not stop there. We caught a single-seated chairlift all the way up to Monte Solaro which left the departure station at the Piazza Vittoria. It was a fun ride. Be careful to hang on to your flip flops. It was a little cloudy at the top which prevented 360 degree views. Half the fun was the experience getting to the top.

We enjoyed lunch at Marina Grande. My mom noticed a sign at a restaurant saying they had sangria, so we went there (Caffe Augusto). We like our sangria. These ones were served in a big-ass hollowed out lemon. So good! The staff was very friendly and helpful.

After lunch we headed back up the funicular again to Piazza Umberto because we were hiking to the Arco Naturale. Many steps up and down with great views along the way. The pictures do not do it justice.

We were glad we did not do a boat cruise as they seemed very crowded and no guarantee that your pictures will capture the amazing sights because people's heads might be in the way. The hiking was a good fitness activity to help burn off the pasta and cheese. We completed the hike is just under 3 hours, when we took the funicular back down to Marina Grande for the ferry ride back to Sorrento. Back to the apartment to relax and enjoy some cocktails on our balcony. What a great day!

Tourism is in full swing. I bet this summer will be very busy. The Americans are here already....we heard them! haha.