Just off the bus and looking thrilled to be in Positano. We were greeted out the front of our hotel by Guiliana, one of the owners of the family run hotel. It has been in their family for about 60 yrs. There is a separate wing for the family to live in. Their family consisted of 4 generations from Grande Nonna down to 6 yr old Andrea. The hotel section consisted of 10 or so rooms over 2 levels. 
Our room was on the upper floor and we were lucky to score the one with large terrace overlooking the hillside and sea below (I had requested it in my booking). Sue had a room on the lower floor which also had a good size, pleasant garden courtyard. Sue felt right at home once she received permission to tend the numerous potted plants and sun herself each day. Adjoing and close by the hotel the family also ran 2 restaurants. We ate at both. One of them was so good we just had to got back for a second chance of eating the cheese stuffed tempura zucchini flowers. hhmmmmmm!!!! Having our terrace was fantastic. We enjoyed drinks on the terrace each night (possibly too much Prosecco on occasion) watching the cruise ships coming into the bay to moor at near by Amalfi. We also spent quite a bit of time just sunning ourselves, reading and taking it easy. The main town of Positano really only has one road through it which is one way. It loops down through the town, off the main road which goes from Amalfi to Sorentto.
The views from anywhere in Positano are simply breathtaking. Whether we were on the beach looking up the mountains, or at the look out at the top of the mountains looking down, day or night it regularly had us speechless.We both want to come back here. It is a very relaxing town and people are just so friendly. Again no big name shops to be seen. No billboards on the sides of the road. No red, blue or green flashing lights to advertise anything. At night it was like someone had put candles in all the windows. The soft yellow hue of the candescent lights was so pretty. It felt like it wasnt real. 
This is a pic of the main beach and cathedral dome.
Also another of Mark on the main beach. The "sand" was very rocky and quite sharp to walk on. The water crystal clear and quite cold. There is a smaller beach which is the one the locals tend to go to. We lucked upon a great seafood restaurant by the smaller beach. It happened to be part of the hotel where we found an internet cafe. To get to this particular hotel ws unbeliveable. We followed the sign "INTERNET" along a narrow paved path and steps and then to the foyer of another hotel. When I inquired as to the way to Pupetto hotel, I was directed to the elevator to go down to the lowest level. Leave the building and walk 50 m to the next elevator. This elevator then took us down the final section (approx 10 floors) to open up in a tunnel which led to the beach and hotel. While typing away on the computer we could smell the fab aromas coming from the kitchen. 
The crowd started to grow and by the time we headed out to the dining area there were only a couple of tables left and people were starting to queue. As we were already within the space of the hotel we were offered a prime table on the edge of the terrace overlooking the beach and bacy. We were happy and it just got better when our meals arrived.
Mark had fried fish of the day. He was not expecting to get so many fish and they were extremely fresh. He particularly liked the sardines. 
I had the mussels... there were about a kilo of them and there was no way I could finish them. It may not look it but this platter was BIG.
Our room was on the upper floor and we were lucky to score the one with large terrace overlooking the hillside and sea below (I had requested it in my booking). Sue had a room on the lower floor which also had a good size, pleasant garden courtyard. Sue felt right at home once she received permission to tend the numerous potted plants and sun herself each day. Adjoing and close by the hotel the family also ran 2 restaurants. We ate at both. One of them was so good we just had to got back for a second chance of eating the cheese stuffed tempura zucchini flowers. hhmmmmmm!!!! Having our terrace was fantastic. We enjoyed drinks on the terrace each night (possibly too much Prosecco on occasion) watching the cruise ships coming into the bay to moor at near by Amalfi. We also spent quite a bit of time just sunning ourselves, reading and taking it easy. The main town of Positano really only has one road through it which is one way. It loops down through the town, off the main road which goes from Amalfi to Sorentto.
The views from anywhere in Positano are simply breathtaking. Whether we were on the beach looking up the mountains, or at the look out at the top of the mountains looking down, day or night it regularly had us speechless.We both want to come back here. It is a very relaxing town and people are just so friendly. Again no big name shops to be seen. No billboards on the sides of the road. No red, blue or green flashing lights to advertise anything. At night it was like someone had put candles in all the windows. The soft yellow hue of the candescent lights was so pretty. It felt like it wasnt real. 
This is a pic of the main beach and cathedral dome.
Also another of Mark on the main beach. The "sand" was very rocky and quite sharp to walk on. The water crystal clear and quite cold. There is a smaller beach which is the one the locals tend to go to. We lucked upon a great seafood restaurant by the smaller beach. It happened to be part of the hotel where we found an internet cafe. To get to this particular hotel ws unbeliveable. We followed the sign "INTERNET" along a narrow paved path and steps and then to the foyer of another hotel. When I inquired as to the way to Pupetto hotel, I was directed to the elevator to go down to the lowest level. Leave the building and walk 50 m to the next elevator. This elevator then took us down the final section (approx 10 floors) to open up in a tunnel which led to the beach and hotel. While typing away on the computer we could smell the fab aromas coming from the kitchen. 
The crowd started to grow and by the time we headed out to the dining area there were only a couple of tables left and people were starting to queue. As we were already within the space of the hotel we were offered a prime table on the edge of the terrace overlooking the beach and bacy. We were happy and it just got better when our meals arrived.
Mark had fried fish of the day. He was not expecting to get so many fish and they were extremely fresh. He particularly liked the sardines. 
I had the mussels... there were about a kilo of them and there was no way I could finish them. It may not look it but this platter was BIG. 
This is taken from bus window on our way from Amalfi to Positano. The town in the distance is Amalfi.Another from the bus window. See how close we are to the side of the road. Next to the road under the nets is a lemon grove. Lemon trees are everywhere and full of fruit.
Lucky Sue didnt see how they made their roads before she did the bus trip!! Note the road overhang at the top, the cliff also cut in underneath.
What to do with any spare tiles in Positano? Tile your garage of course!! Mark loved this.... an idea for Mark's friend Gabs!!
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mum i can just imagine how brave you would have been with bare feet on the sharp sand... haha or not. this town looks so pretty, and like it would be a good place to stop for a week. 4 sleeps!
Have just had a look at some of your trip. Looks beautiful. Makes me jealous. Have a couple of vinos for us. Love Pete and Jill
What delight ful place to be....,on top of the world ! As I have said before, the scenery is out of this world. would love to be in a place where there is 'no named shops' so new where ever you looked. Poor Sue, I bet you may have consided not to take that bus ride too ! Not for me either. Your meals there and elsewhere have been so interesting , am salivating each time. You both look unreal, this travelling suits you, enjoy every mment of the time. Tips for Christmas, Georgina was a good girl,,..... she came in-today (labour day holiday) to work the list out. Dominique buying for Bede...Mark for Paul. O.k. Dad been in the garden all day, spraying weeds, trimming etc.and is now showering to relax.Will sleep well tonight. Sue must be envious that you have the penthouse!!.Keep well, take care,and rest up before the kids arrive. Getting exciting eh? Much love .Enjoy.
This looks like the most amazing place and the food looks very tasty...you are both looking well and happy..I bet you are looking forward to seeing the kids...keep well and continue with the food and wine trek I am enjoying all of it..the tiled garage would make a good quilt idea xxx
Still looking gorgeous there...as you've said the views are amazing. And I'm glad to hear the culinary delights are also still up to scratch. All's fine here...same ol, same ol..!
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