After Italy's big-city trilogy of Rome, Florence and Venice, the Amalfi Coast remains the most popular destination for visitors to the boot-shaped nation. White-washed buildings, clothes hanging to dry, arched doorways and colorful ceramics abound -- meet Vietri sul Mare, the gateway to the Amalfi Coast. Vietri sul Mare has remained surprisingly hidden compared with other Amalfi Coast spots. With views that rival its neighbors, and the perfect qualities for an uncrowded and relaxed base from which to explore the rest of Amalfi Coast -- Vietri sul Mare is the unsung sister waiting to blossom. Ristorante Dal Pescatore , Via Cristoforo Colombo, 50, 84019 Vietri sul Mare, Italy; +39 089 210010Where to stayThe beachside boutique hotel Relais Paradiso has a chic gourmet restaurant.

Source: CNN June 07, 2017 04:07 UTC