Is Positano Worth the Hype?! Italy's Amalfi Coast

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  • čas přidán 30. 08. 2019
  • Positano Italy is a dream like town in the south of the Amalfi Coast but does it live up to all the Instagram and social media hype it receives? Here is a real look at Positano from Spiaggia Grande to Fiordo di Furore.
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  • @lostleblanc
    @lostleblanc  Před 3 lety +43

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    • @batman4452
      @batman4452 Před 3 lety

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    • @---df5sr
      @---df5sr Před rokem +3

      You’re ruining these beautiful places

    • @Butters-_
      @Butters-_ Před rokem +4

      Yeah ok. Anyone who writes something like that is making money from the “courses” only

    • @smiththrs03
      @smiththrs03 Před 3 měsíci

      It isn’t and you are a clown.

  • @LightNightNeon
    @LightNightNeon Před 4 lety +1365

    So strange to hear positano refered to as an instagram sensation.... I mean it was a sensation waaaaay before instagram

    • @ferrisbueller5613
      @ferrisbueller5613 Před 4 lety +45

      That still doesn’t mean it is not an Instagram sensation. Jesus

    • @hellomoto4906
      @hellomoto4906 Před 4 lety +3

      I’m 30, never heard of it til right now

    • @bepiz1398
      @bepiz1398 Před 4 lety +15

      Ben stricklin that means you’re ignorant lmao

    • @wildzwaan
      @wildzwaan Před 4 lety +4

      @@hellomoto4906 Yeah that is pretty unlikely

    • @AlexS-oj8qf
      @AlexS-oj8qf Před 4 lety +5

      I know right, I have spent summers in Amalfi since my childhood, visiting Capri, Sorrento and Positano.

  • @v146824
    @v146824 Před 4 lety +4071

    being there as a tourist and complaining about all the tourists..amazing

    • @Kprywatne
      @Kprywatne Před 4 lety +255

      That's a very normal thing, like going to the supermarket and complaining about the long line, or complaining about the traffic jam you're in (even though you're part of it). You expect people to be happy when they go somewhere and it's overly crowded??

    • @v146824
      @v146824 Před 4 lety +27

      @@Kprywatne well sorta but at market usually because they don't open enough lines or traffic because of accident..these places are the most popular in the world so you expect loads of people and deal with it

    • @v146824
      @v146824 Před 4 lety +19

      @@Kprywatne or go when it's not so busy like September

    • @dusk1234567890
      @dusk1234567890 Před 4 lety +67

      Konto Prywatne They’re contributing to that crowd though. They’re selfish hypocrites for criticising what they themselves are doing.

    • @fuzzyfruit2327
      @fuzzyfruit2327 Před 4 lety +10

      I know right! What’s next, people complaining over a delicious traffic jam?

  • @TeriyakiTofu
    @TeriyakiTofu Před 4 lety +2796

    "its very touristic and I don't like that" said the tourist.

    • @Kprywatne
      @Kprywatne Před 4 lety +99

      People think they're so perceptive when they say this but it's actually an incredibly stupid. One of the MAIN challenges of tourism is finding the best time and place to go somewhere and avoiding the crowds. It's the number one challenge of touristic travel. So of COURSE they will mention it.
      There are many places I would love to see in the world, but won't go because of the insane numbers of tourists. I rather wait for the surge to die down or go somewhere else, so it's good to know which places to avoid.

    • @mariannesouza8326
      @mariannesouza8326 Před 4 lety +4

      😂

    • @Grozz001
      @Grozz001 Před 3 lety +3

      Hahahahahahahah Derp 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @AJ-lm9sg
      @AJ-lm9sg Před 3 lety +7

      That's kinda dumb hahahaha 😭😂

    • @GingerTurquoise
      @GingerTurquoise Před 3 lety +38

      omg thank you, I rolled my eyes LMAO. nothing like a tourist that thinks she's/he's better than the other tourists.

  • @jonathanr.8571
    @jonathanr.8571 Před 4 lety +3471

    Positano is not an Instagram sensation. Positano was well known in the world long before Instagram became a thing. Not everything in the world is about social media.

    • @moonbeeps
      @moonbeeps Před 4 lety +72

      Yeah, I mean, americans and Europe, right? x'D

    • @thelava_co
      @thelava_co Před 4 lety +32

      you mad bro? lol

    • @bob2000and10
      @bob2000and10 Před 4 lety +117

      Wow thanks for that insight genius, literally everyone thought Positano was made 3 years ago specifically with Instagram in mind until you corrected us all.

    • @moonbeeps
      @moonbeeps Před 4 lety +67

      @@bob2000and10 Well it wouldnt be a surprise if an american actually thought that haha

    • @habitualhumans6896
      @habitualhumans6896 Před 4 lety +17

      I have never heard of this place till this day actually

  • @TR-Mead
    @TR-Mead Před 4 lety +135

    A social media narcissist complaining about others doing exactly what he is doing. Makes sense - in his alternate reality fantasy world which revolves around him, and him alone.

  • @AllySimply
    @AllySimply Před 4 lety +3244

    This is why a lot of people are bothered by tourists. You jumped a fence, which is there for a reason and you parked on the main road also in a weird way with little visibility. Now imagine a 100more people with the same behavior visiting every single day, doing stupid stuff like that, well it adds up real quick. Be more mindful and respectful of local laws, customs and just be a more decent human being, please.

    • @nathanarmstrong2652
      @nathanarmstrong2652 Před 4 lety +33

      Oh lighten up. You sound like a crotchety old person - like griping he jumped a fence. People do alot worse than this guy did.

    • @tomasgordillo
      @tomasgordillo Před 4 lety +546

      @@nathanarmstrong2652 no, stop it. He's right, just don't justify those childish behaviors.

    • @nathanarmstrong2652
      @nathanarmstrong2652 Před 4 lety +27

      @@tomasgordillo I do agree its good to be respectful and considerate of others. I just didn't think it seemed that bad. Like lecturing him to be a "more decent human being." As if he stole something or slapped someone for no reason - wasn't that bad was it?

    • @topsykreet9365
      @topsykreet9365 Před 4 lety +61

      Pizza Killer Americans what could you expect 😂

    • @derekgardiner5627
      @derekgardiner5627 Před 4 lety +16

      Topsy Kreet actually I think they’re Canadians from the oot rather than out

  • @yointernational6062
    @yointernational6062 Před 4 lety +197

    This part of Italy and the islands around it are spectacular. Its like you are living a dream and you cannot believe how much beauty is in front of you. I wish I had been blessed to be born in such a magical place, the people that live there already live in paradise.

    • @gianmattia13
      @gianmattia13 Před 4 lety +5

      But they change it in a hell

    • @fcplop98
      @fcplop98 Před 3 lety +15

      The problem with living in a beautiful place is the swarm of tourists that drive up prices and shape the city for themselves.

    • @massimosavino6929
      @massimosavino6929 Před 2 lety +2

      Das me

    • @Brandon-jw5cv
      @Brandon-jw5cv Před rokem +1

      Then they transform it into a tacky tourist trap

    • @yointernational6062
      @yointernational6062 Před rokem +2

      @@Brandon-jw5cv Its luxury, and trust me prices are not that bad. Go to Switzerland and then tell me if its worth going to Capri

  • @natalie3873
    @natalie3873 Před 4 lety +168

    this is one of my favorite if not my all time favorite place in the world. i recommend coming here in late spring to avoid more tourists. many italians also come here during the summer from other areas to vacation so it’s extra crowded. late spring is beautiful, you can still go in the water and avoid more crowds. many of the locals i spoke to love the tourism. it keeps their businesses flourishing. i think there’s a mistake in calling it an instagram sensation. it is not popular because it is an instagram sensation. it became one because it is beautiful and an amazing place to come to. social media doesn’t rule everything.

    • @user-st6ui7oy1p
      @user-st6ui7oy1p Před 3 lety

      I'm hoping to go in April. Hopefully not too busy but still sunny enough to sit out with a Spritz

  • @MG-qf5ek
    @MG-qf5ek Před 4 lety +159

    No one, absolutely no one.
    A tourist: "it's very touristic ".
    RIP Logic

    • @mattiaciani1
      @mattiaciani1 Před 4 lety +2

      Logic died with the invention of iPhone, Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp..

  • @kidsperspectivefamilytrave9184

    If travelling on a BUDGET, try what we did. It wasn't mentioned in the video but there is a fast ferry service between Positano, Capri, and most of the other cities along the coast. Many of the other cities are just as beautiful as Positano with much cheaper accommodation and you can take a day trip to Positano using the fast ferry. Bonus water views included in your ferry ride! We rented a place in Capri that was 1/4 the price of Positano but just as beautiful! Save money and hassles by not renting a car. Rent a place in town and walk to the ferry dock and everywhere else. We also spent a week at a cabin in a campground that was much cheaper than a hotel/airbnb. Amalfi Coast is still an expensive destination though.

    • @JordanPike
      @JordanPike Před 4 lety +8

      Well said. :)

    • @dafeamasoule7020
      @dafeamasoule7020 Před 4 lety +16

      Yes I've done that. We took the ferry from positano to amalfi instead of driving. Very beautiful. Would recommend

    • @cindy-ml7vo
      @cindy-ml7vo Před 4 lety +11

      The video is more of Instagram traveling, not budget travel. You have a better idea.

    • @geewhiz4924
      @geewhiz4924 Před 4 lety +2

      Thanks for the recommendation!

    • @mickeyuk1
      @mickeyuk1 Před 4 lety +12

      I agree with you. We stayed reasonably in Sorrento visited that city while staying in the mountain (www.albergovillafiorita.com/ )overlooking the city. It was very inexpensive. We then took advantage of the public transportation and went to Positano and Amalfi. I have also taken the ferry from Napoli(Naples) to Capri. My point is you do not need to stay in Positano to enjoy the Amalfi Coast.

  • @helenholt1161
    @helenholt1161 Před 4 lety +674

    Dude, YOURE A TOURIST.

    • @brandonryan8143
      @brandonryan8143 Před 4 lety +12

      He’s a travel vlogger, this is his job to comment on everything

    • @albeerobert
      @albeerobert Před 4 lety +13

      @@brandonryan8143 At at least one point in the video they complain about too many tourists. I think that is what they were saying is like "How are you going to complain about too many tourists when you are in fact a tourist and part of the problem of too many tourists.". The IRONY.

    • @Buzz-Of-Craze
      @Buzz-Of-Craze Před 4 lety +4

      he is a tourist but also need a bunch of money to manage his lifestyle

    • @vanessabarbosa3681
      @vanessabarbosa3681 Před 4 lety +4

      @@brandonryan8143 he should be... but with this behavior he is definitely not. he behave like a TOURIST

    • @lilianlilly9404
      @lilianlilly9404 Před 3 lety

      I know right 🤷🏾‍♀️

  • @anonimous4798
    @anonimous4798 Před 4 lety +399

    "This beach is absolutely beautiful, but it's not perfect. Let me tell you why"
    Because you're there.

  • @vf1rj371
    @vf1rj371 Před 4 lety +90

    Cinque Terre Italy is also a spectacular place to visit.

  • @MimiDudli
    @MimiDudli Před 4 lety +192

    I stayed in Sorrento and it’s less busy and i think just as beautiful 😍

    • @chumley24
      @chumley24 Před 4 lety +5

      Sorrento really is the best, Amalfi nicer than Positano, Love sorrento, been back 3 days

    • @MimiDudli
      @MimiDudli Před 4 lety +2

      philip warner oooh you lucky one! I want to go back one day too 😍

    • @sarahcooper6352
      @sarahcooper6352 Před 4 lety +3

      Are you kidding me. I live here it's like a sausage making factory

    • @ImNotADeeJay
      @ImNotADeeJay Před 4 lety +1

      but if you are in Sorrento, it makes sense to visit Positano, it is like half an hour or little more

    • @Tototobi89
      @Tototobi89 Před 4 lety +4

      @@ImNotADeeJay from sorrento, its about an hour by bus. Been there the Last 2 weeks,and in my opinion sorrento really is the best place to get a Hotel because of All the connections. We stayed in sant agnello, Walked to the Port in half an hour, and were able to take ferries to capri, positano, amalfi, ischia and naples. Or got to the Train Station in 5 Minutes and were able to See every city between sorrento and naples. Its really beautiful there.. already missing it

  • @cesarpiresdesousa509
    @cesarpiresdesousa509 Před 4 lety +181

    "it's very touristic i dont like that" - by tourists

    • @cesarpiresdesousa509
      @cesarpiresdesousa509 Před 4 lety +5

      making a video about a place that will attract more tourists

    • @Enriquez2222
      @Enriquez2222 Před 4 lety +1

      He’s making an inform video, but I’m sure you as a person must love crowds. Probably why you feel so strongly about this

    • @misssasha168
      @misssasha168 Před 4 lety +1

      I know right how ironic 😂.

  • @TarantolaOfficial
    @TarantolaOfficial Před 4 lety +552

    if you don't like touristy places, why do you go as a tourist in first place? Are you any better than other tourists just because you got a CZcams channel 😂

  • @peternesbitt
    @peternesbitt Před 4 lety +178

    Positano was a port of the Amalfi Republic in medieval times, and prospered during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. By the mid-nineteenth century, however, the town had fallen on hard times. More than half the population emigrated, mostly to America.
    Positano was a relatively poor fishing village during the first half of the twentieth century. It began to attract large numbers of tourists in the 1950s, especially after John Steinbeck published his essay about Positano in Harper's Bazaar in May, 1953: "Positano bites deep", Steinbeck wrote. "It is a dream place that isn’t quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone.

    • @beatacollazo6034
      @beatacollazo6034 Před 4 lety

      Postiano is usually an alternative to Capri.

    • @psq6214
      @psq6214 Před 4 lety +1

      Beata Collazo yeah, but i would say Capri is even more expensive.

    • @ODC88888
      @ODC88888 Před 4 lety +1

      Peter N And until the 60' and maybe even the early 70's it might have been true. Now it's a nightmare. The worst tourist trap in Italy, and I am Italian and know the place well.

    • @cjbotts
      @cjbotts Před 2 lety +2

      @@ODC88888 yea you feel this way because it’s near to your home and you’re in Italy surrounded by amazing places. For those of us who don’t have places like this within driving distance , it looks like a dream place

  • @craigw6763
    @craigw6763 Před 4 lety +200

    What cupboard you been locked in for the past 20 odd years not to have heard of limoncello or aperol spritz, welcome to the world

    • @naghmeAdventures
      @naghmeAdventures Před 4 lety +4

      Craig W I thought the girl was Italian until I heard she doesn’t know limoncello

    • @user-st6ui7oy1p
      @user-st6ui7oy1p Před 3 lety +2

      I had to check when it was filmed because I couldn't believe he hadn't heard of Aperol Spritz. I thought it was maybe 6 or 7 years old

    • @nickalika
      @nickalika Před 3 lety +1

      @@naghmeAdventures ha ha... I know I was like wait.. what?

    • @notmenotme614
      @notmenotme614 Před 3 lety

      @@naghmeAdventures She might be Mexican / Latino.
      If she speaks Spanish then speaking Italian should be easy for her, both are a similar languages with the same origins (romance languages evolved from Latin).

    • @danielkim7841
      @danielkim7841 Před měsícem

      I never knew what an aeperol spritz was but I had one last year in Milan by the Duomo and it was the most refreshing, fresh, and vibrant drink ever. I don't even like alcohol. I even tried to make it again at home in USA but it wasn't the same. The aperol spritz is amazing!

  • @jmlepunk
    @jmlepunk Před 4 lety +711

    Man you're the reason why this place isn't enjoyable anymore

    • @nicolegonzalez2184
      @nicolegonzalez2184 Před 4 lety +6

      The internet or Positano isnt enjoyable for you anymore?

    • @MrLulzim47
      @MrLulzim47 Před 4 lety +3

      Agree

    • @antoniahall7507
      @antoniahall7507 Před 4 lety +16

      don't worry. covid took care of the tourist traffic. for now.

    • @barbart_
      @barbart_ Před 4 lety +1

      exactly

    • @jmlepunk
      @jmlepunk Před 4 lety +12

      ​@@barbart_ sono francese ma adoro la cultura italiana, e voglio sperimentarla con rispetto, non come i turisti di lingua inglese 🥴 forza italia ❤️

  • @bbbf09
    @bbbf09 Před 4 lety +619

    "...but it's too touristy"
    - says yet another tourist they don't need

    • @pancakeheart
      @pancakeheart Před 4 lety +2

      bbbf09 THANK YOU

    • @user-fn3zh8nw4f
      @user-fn3zh8nw4f Před 4 lety +2

      Ahaha right

    • @sandy-ke1kr
      @sandy-ke1kr Před 4 lety +17

      They do need. It's their money maker.

    • @ashandblake
      @ashandblake Před 4 lety +7

      Well that doesn’t make sense...while I’m sure locals might get annoyed with tourists, business owners probably like all the money the tourists spend there!

    • @brandonryan8143
      @brandonryan8143 Před 4 lety +13

      Bunch of negative ppl in these comment sections ... of course he’s going to comment on the tourism , he’s a travel vlogger .

  • @ShabbaHakimJediInHeels
    @ShabbaHakimJediInHeels Před 4 lety +19

    Of all the three towns we visited, I loved Ravello the best.
    And I agree with you about pebble beaches. It hurts a lot specially because I am so used to sand beaches.

  • @jaitasaha7854
    @jaitasaha7854 Před 4 lety +14

    Stayed in Positano and Capri this summer for few days.. absolutely worth the hype. Loved it a lot.

    • @robertknoop7140
      @robertknoop7140 Před 2 lety

      Stayed in Sorrent, Capri, Amalfi and Positano and don't think it is worth the hype at all. Went to Liparian islands last year (way better) and cinque Terre 3 ago.

  • @olh5831
    @olh5831 Před 3 lety +81

    I love how the uncultured people comment on how “bad” Italy is. Italy isn’t an Insta sensation. It has been one of the most popular places in the world for centuries. Don’t comment on Italy if your not Italian and don’t know anything

    • @alessiobacchetta20
      @alessiobacchetta20 Před 3 lety +4

      I'm italian, thank you for your words!!👏🇮🇹

    • @olh5831
      @olh5831 Před 3 lety +3

      @@alessiobacchetta20 same as me 😄🇮🇹🤌

    • @yisakii8397
      @yisakii8397 Před 3 lety

      Been there once. Never will visit italy again.
      But i have to say venedig was pretty nice.

    • @alessiobacchetta20
      @alessiobacchetta20 Před 3 lety +4

      Yisakii ॐ perfect, don't go there these are your problems everyone does as he sees fit ..

    • @yisakii8397
      @yisakii8397 Před 3 lety +2

      @@alessiobacchetta20 yeah italy depends a lot on tourism tho :D maybe be grateful for them. But yeah dont worry im not going back.

  • @MrSupernova111
    @MrSupernova111 Před 4 lety +6

    I love watching vlogs about places in Italy. Its such a beautiful country!

  • @JuliaPrihoda
    @JuliaPrihoda Před 4 lety +122

    When I went to Positano, we honesty avoided the main beach and went to the "local" beach and it was awesome! We had a view of a small castle, went cliff jumping, and just simply sunbathed all day. Ya'll need to go to Capri next!!

  • @tricksandtrips
    @tricksandtrips Před 4 lety +9

    Amazing landscapes, and amazing video! Thanks for inspiring me again Christian! So looking forward to your online course!
    Have a wonderful rest of the day

  • @richg4189
    @richg4189 Před 3 lety +16

    2019 I was blessed to experience Italy. It is gorgeous and an experience like few others. I would do anything to return. Any negatives are so outweighed by the history and beauty of the region. Amalfi coast cannot be given any justice in photos. It the total experience. I say this as a man who pushed an 80 year old woman around Italy so she could go home for her birthday.

  • @alastaircomfort1034
    @alastaircomfort1034 Před 4 lety +89

    Just stay away, you don’t appreciate anything, we don’t need moaners

    • @ben_angel
      @ben_angel Před 4 lety +4

      He hated Sweden too. That pissed me off.

  • @JoeParysCrypto
    @JoeParysCrypto Před 4 lety +19

    Love the story telling and the history lessons man - makes it much more engaging and makes me wanna go - you're videos are always awesome! Keep it up man!

  • @ATrainTravels
    @ATrainTravels Před 4 lety +21

    Your video editing is unreal! Great video and incredible views.

  • @sysiau2010
    @sysiau2010 Před 4 lety +2

    Positano is my favorite coastal towns in south of Italy, visited it for the second time this past July and loved it so much and still missing it till today. We went to the same restaurant you did and the food was awesome. I would love to visit Positano again in the future...thank you for this video. Made me think about my holiday all over again. We visted Sorrento, Amalfi and Capri and Capri was my least favorite as it was overpriced...

  • @maryc5421
    @maryc5421 Před 4 lety +3

    Just came back from the Amalfi coast..... breathtakingly beautiful!!! Food was beyond delicious!!!

  • @chasingthemoment4037
    @chasingthemoment4037 Před 4 lety +22

    Love your editing style! Great drone shots as always. Positano is such a beautiful destination. Love love Italy in general.💕 Thanks for sharing your adventures. Enjoy your stay!

  • @54northca
    @54northca Před 4 lety +12

    I stayed in Salerno which is a bit of a hidden gem. High speed train from the rest of Italy stops there, 40 min local train to Pompeii, 1 hour to Napoli. High speed ferries to Amalfi, Positano and Capri for a handful of Euro's. For scenic views and photos the true star of the Amalfi coast in my opinion is Ravello.

    • @RE-nv4we
      @RE-nv4we Před rokem

      A city of 140k people isn't exactly a hidden gem. Positano has under 4k people.

  • @nataliekmusic
    @nataliekmusic Před 4 lety +12

    I love the Amalfi Coast but I think Sorrento has to be one of my favorite places! It’s a lot less crowded because it’s not as condensed, but still has a similar charm to Positano! Also still pretty close so you can definitely take a day trip to Positano!

  • @anthonystone1748
    @anthonystone1748 Před 4 lety +24

    Next time go there without filming or taking a picture. Just enjoy it for your own pleasure. You’ll create real memories. Not fabricated ones for money.

  • @MrThomasp90
    @MrThomasp90 Před 4 lety +13

    Mamma mia so funny listening you speaking Italian! Finally in Italy hope you enjoyed it and you will plan to visit the north too

  • @madisonlytle1258
    @madisonlytle1258 Před 4 lety +6

    Something to keep in mind as well is that it's a bit tricky to access the Amalfi coast.
    We were staying in Rome, took a train to Naples, and had booked a private transfer to Positano (which ended up being a van, a bus, then a car --ugh). That travel time took about 4 hours from Rome.
    On the way out of Positano back to Rome we wanted to save money and took the bus to Sorrento. But to get to the bus stop we had to hike a ton of stairs with our luggage. Then we took the train from Sorrento to Naples, and another train from Naples to Rome.
    Just kind of a pain :) But probably worth it if you're staying several days!

  • @Semotadel
    @Semotadel Před 2 lety +2

    I am back from a trip to Amalfi Coast..believe me, no photo can express the real beauty of this place and Positano especially.. how the light changes on the houses..it's really incredible...you feel like in a postcard... I highly recommend the visit . 🥰🥰

  • @babevane4104
    @babevane4104 Před 4 lety +64

    “La spiaggia è bellissima ma non perfetta” CHE NERVOSO RAGA

    • @ODC88888
      @ODC88888 Před 4 lety +3

      Le "spiagge" sono praticamente inesistenti, luride e affollatissime e il mare sporco.
      Sono perfette! Delle schifezze perfette.

    • @WalkerErika01
      @WalkerErika01 Před 3 lety +2

      Scommetto che nel paese del tipo le spiagge sono cristalline 😒

  • @isabelbush
    @isabelbush Před 4 lety +189

    I live near Napoli and pizza is 3 euros, can't believe they're charging that much 😮 Recommended naples over anywhere in the area

    • @Mikey-mb6lb
      @Mikey-mb6lb Před 4 lety +4

      Isabel Adora I agree, I stayed in Naples for one week and travelled to so many places whilst staying overnight in central Naples!

    • @AnnakiVEVO
      @AnnakiVEVO Před 4 lety +1

      @@Mikey-mb6lb Thank you for let us know about this, I am so concerned. Do you recommend all Positano and Capri as day trips from Napoli (no need for a night at Sorrento or something)? And by which mean of public transport ? Many thanks

    • @Mikey-mb6lb
      @Mikey-mb6lb Před 4 lety +9

      REVO_MOVO use public transport from Napoli to Positano. Day trip in Positano only as it’s very beautiful. Sorrento is a little bit boring, not much to do only to pick transport to Amalfi. Capri is separate so you should use a public ferry from Napoli for a whole day.

    • @AnnakiVEVO
      @AnnakiVEVO Před 4 lety +3

      @@Mikey-mb6lb That answers all my doubt. Thank you very much !

    • @bradeades6261
      @bradeades6261 Před 4 lety

      Will be in Naples in October what pizza do you recommend?

  • @CemBerksoy
    @CemBerksoy Před 4 lety +3

    I have been in Positano before and love it. After watching your video I feel that I shoul go again. Good job.

  • @Delfidash
    @Delfidash Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you, wonderful video, movie !! I love Amalfi, Positano, Ravello. Super job !

  • @fededv8035
    @fededv8035 Před 4 lety +164

    I live in Naples (about an hour and a half away from Positano) and it doesn't matter how many times I go there, I'm always amazed by the beauty of Positano. Yes it is touristy but you went there in August (i suppose?) and in Italy everywhere is crowded in August. Yes it's expensive if you stay ONLY on the main beach and do the things that any other tourist does (such as eating in some of the most expensive restaurants of the area). There's another beach in Positano called "Spiaggia di Fornillo" at about 5 minutes away from Marina Grande (the main beach) where sun beds are way cheaper, so if you're travelling on a budget, you should definitely check it out and if you don't want to pay a beach club, there's also a quite big public beach ;)
    Positano is definitely not one of the cheapest destination to travel to but if you ask the locals and if you move just a little from the main beach you can find many places that are not as expensive and touristy.

    • @inezbarberio2702
      @inezbarberio2702 Před 4 lety +7

      Federica Del Vecchio Thank you for this post! I love Positano and visit every June for a month. Fornillo beach is my favorite and I have connected with so many locals and feel like family every year I arrive. Anyone will tell you that August is the worst time to visit the coast as it is filled with tourists and other Europeans who are vacationing.

    • @fededv8035
      @fededv8035 Před 4 lety +1

      Inez Barberio yes! I agree with everything you said! Thank you 🙏🏻❤️

    • @DIMITRISCOBE
      @DIMITRISCOBE Před 4 lety +2

      Hello from Athens Greece )) ..i love visit Positano at March )) you think is good time ?)) ..and from Naples goes Bus there ?))

    • @fededv8035
      @fededv8035 Před 4 lety +4

      DIMITRISCOBE I think Positano is amazing all year long, however during winter many restaurants and attractions are closed so if you want to have an immersive Positano experience, I recommend going in June or September (in july and august it’s very crowded).
      If you want to go from Naples to Positano, you have to take a train to Sorrento and, from there, a bus that goes directly to Positano. As far as I know there are no buses from Naples.

    • @DIMITRISCOBE
      @DIMITRISCOBE Před 4 lety

      @@fededv8035 ok !! thank you very much !!! i can only March or April ))

  • @cathydrury7445
    @cathydrury7445 Před 4 lety +7

    I love Amalfi Coast just went home from Rome 2 days ago

  • @foodietravellerraj
    @foodietravellerraj Před 4 lety +4

    One of my dream destination, hopefully someday I make it there.

  • @angelobuttice3281
    @angelobuttice3281 Před 4 lety +4

    Positano is beautiful place to visit, was there 10 years ago had a fantastic time. Will return there in the future. 😎

  • @VikasKumar-nq8if
    @VikasKumar-nq8if Před 4 lety +33

    This trip was less from enjoyment more from expense details. Started feeling irritated after one point of time

  • @rachelrabb
    @rachelrabb Před 4 lety +36

    If you go south a little further Paestum has some great ancient temples!

    • @deltanovember1672
      @deltanovember1672 Před 4 lety

      Rachel Rabb Pompeii too, I loved it.

    • @chara_ma
      @chara_ma Před 3 lety +1

      Greek temple, of course. The whole area was greek

    • @chara_ma
      @chara_ma Před 3 lety +1

      They still speak greek dialect

  • @bal9944
    @bal9944 Před 4 lety +42

    Postano is incredibly beautiful, long history and culture... People just know it because of Instagram... Ignorance is very sad 😥

  • @Gaborillaa
    @Gaborillaa Před 4 lety +8

    I went to Amalfi instead of Positano and it was so chill, way more affordable and just as beautiful, the only issue was that the ferry to Capri was over an hour and really bad for sea sickness - but I’d choose Amalfi over Positano any day!

  • @terencesipersan8020
    @terencesipersan8020 Před 4 lety +7

    I liked Amalfi, was a cool place to spend the holiday

  • @shujingchen7171
    @shujingchen7171 Před 4 lety +10

    “Path of god” hike was the highlight of our trip to Positano.

  • @2269tah
    @2269tah Před 4 lety +3

    I just happened to stumble upon your video and thoroughly enjoyed the tour & the commentary. Loved how you gave us the prices of things !!! No wonder you have a travel blog.... you're GREAT at it!!! I just had to subscribe to see what else you got.

  • @lydiamusima5840
    @lydiamusima5840 Před 4 lety +7

    I miss being in Italy 🇮🇹. I’m in Spain 🇪🇸 at the moment. I speak more Italian so going back to Italy will present no language barrier

  • @lorenzogalli1654
    @lorenzogalli1654 Před 4 lety +12

    Aperol spritz is made with aperol and prosecco which is a wine that comes from the north est of Italy

    • @lorenzogalli1654
      @lorenzogalli1654 Před 3 lety

      Maloenton everyone in the world make pizza 🍕 ahah I only said that aperol is a drink that comes from Veneto 😊 .

  • @Leyla05cr
    @Leyla05cr Před 4 lety +7

    Loved the video!! But there are also other cheaper options to make the trip. You can get there by using the Sita Bus which leaves from Sorrento and stops on every town across the Amalfi Coast plus you can use the ticket for 24 hours. The ride on boat can be done in a shared excursion, that way you get way more better prices. For hotel options, Praiano is just about 20 mins by local bus to Positano and way cheaper too! I preferred the swim in Amalfi Beach but a lot of it is private too.

  • @Ricspace
    @Ricspace Před 4 lety +9

    LeBlanc.. Believe me, go to Sardinia, maybe to Villasimius or wherever... right now and enjoy it!

  • @christinefrazier
    @christinefrazier Před 4 lety +2

    Really enjoyed this real talk video! Been dreaming of this place for the longest time. Im used to tempering my expectations when i visit a famous place and experience it for what it is. I live in NY so its the same can be super touristy depending where you go

  • @tdunsky
    @tdunsky Před 4 lety +12

    Also, the three islands. Capri is the most toured and well known, but Ischia and Procida are also beautiful.

    • @ImNotADeeJay
      @ImNotADeeJay Před 4 lety

      I heard that the movie "The talented Mr. Ripley" was shot in one of those, Procida I believe.

  • @EnjoyDifferentTaste
    @EnjoyDifferentTaste Před 4 lety +13

    Best pizza in Positano is Chez Black ;) Nice video, I love how you show on video Italy!

  • @florylege
    @florylege Před 3 lety +5

    Positano is absolutely stunning. Way before Instagram mentionned it and posted the same points of view, I went there on sunset and it was so enchanting. Though it is expensive (shops and restaurants) it is so worth the trip because it represents the Italian cultural epitome in one place. I fucking loved it.

    • @dashtyATG
      @dashtyATG Před rokem

      Wanna go there again I'm ready hhhh

  • @ElektraVersifier
    @ElektraVersifier Před 4 lety +4

    Love all of it! We use the term “Touristy” in my opinion to mean Typical Tourist trap/experiences. An experienced traveller or someone looking for a more authentic trip, loves tips on how we can take in the beauty and culture without the tour boat, rush to see attractions, pay too much! I love limoncello! and Aperol spritz is my fav! Drink this all the time in Munich! Great job on this.

  • @Cattaneopapa
    @Cattaneopapa Před rokem

    I was in Positano this summer and your video is an accurate summary of the typical Positano experience.

  • @brothersman524
    @brothersman524 Před 3 lety +5

    I actually did the Amalfi Coast tour starting from Salerno, then to Amalfi, then to Positano and ended in Sorrento where I stayed a couple of nights. I actually love Positano and the beach restaurants are cool. It is a bit of climb to get back to your transport though from the beach areas. The Amalfi route is windy and narrow, and lots of cars everywhere. Agree that it is very touristy though

  • @lanapovzikov3820
    @lanapovzikov3820 Před 4 lety +7

    Loved every moment at Positano, we stayed at Buca di Bacco for 2 nights, great hotel, fab food!!!

  • @KylieandJustin
    @KylieandJustin Před 2 lety +2

    Just visited Amalfi coast in off season. Was such a pleasant trip! No crowds and beautiful weather!

  • @FernTheCamper
    @FernTheCamper Před 4 lety

    That was an amazing visit, thank you so much for sharing! Great video :-)

  • @loubock3238
    @loubock3238 Před 4 lety +3

    Yes, it's busy, traffic and driving is scary BUT it is like no other place on earth. The Amalfi Coast is the most beautiful places on this planet, a slice of heaven!!!! I will go back over and over again!!!

  • @TamirYankevich
    @TamirYankevich Před 4 lety +3

    I loved the cinematic edits thrown into various parts of the video! I’m still trying to get better at it, but it’s nice to have your videos to look up to!

    • @lostleblanc
      @lostleblanc  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Tamir. Appreciate that

    • @TamirYankevich
      @TamirYankevich Před 4 lety

      Lost LeBlanc of course! I hope you don’t think this is annoying or rude, but can you give me some constructive criticism on my last video? I worked on it for a while and it would be cool to hear a professional’s thoughts yanno

  • @aislinnciara1209
    @aislinnciara1209 Před 4 lety

    I was in Italy for 3 weeks near when you went and I loved it!

  • @TheBerryliciousx
    @TheBerryliciousx Před 4 lety

    thanks for being so honest! we need more videos like this!

  • @LukeDamant
    @LukeDamant Před 4 lety +45

    Simply stunning! Unfortunately it is very very expensive! Lots of other awesome places around the world for much cheaper 💰 But I guess everyone has to try it out for themselves 👌

    • @Positiveenergy68
      @Positiveenergy68 Před 3 lety +9

      Some people don’t mind spending money on nice vacation. I know I don’t.

    • @kathrineelisacarullo3248
      @kathrineelisacarullo3248 Před 3 lety +9

      it’s literally not even that expensive, normal tourist prices. I lived in Milan and I live in Denmark now and both places are more expensive than this. If you don’t want to spend money, don’t go on vacation.

    • @annamartin1154
      @annamartin1154 Před 11 měsíci

      ​I agree. I wouldn't go to Positano just to eat pizza for just about every meal like some vloggers have done. Or, sit on hard rocks rather than to pay for the day bed and be comfortable. I would save my money and go when I could afford to really do everything I want to do. Just my opinion.

  • @bethanylamsdale6894
    @bethanylamsdale6894 Před 4 lety +9

    You should have got a boat to Capri, one of the most beautiful places I've ever been

  • @InfinitismYT
    @InfinitismYT Před 4 lety

    Hello LeBlanc, always a pleassure to watch your videos. I am stationed in Germany and your video give us great insight and ideas to coordinate our European travels. Thank you very much!

  • @182atenasb
    @182atenasb Před 3 lety +1

    Such a beautiful place, I can’t wait to go one day.
    A lot of people giving him a hard time for the “too many tourists” comments but everyone that travels wants to avoid the crowds.

  • @MySeattlePNW
    @MySeattlePNW Před 4 lety +11

    Great Video 👍
    I love your videos, travelling is so fun.
    You inspire Small CZcamsrs, Thanks for sharing 👏

  • @chels4723
    @chels4723 Před 4 lety +8

    Aperol Spritz is Aperol, Prosecco and sparkling water. And ice and fruits ofcourse.

  • @NatalietheDoll
    @NatalietheDoll Před 4 lety +2

    It's absolutely worth it! We went on a day trip before social media. There's no point in driving there. You can take buses from other towns, ferries, or hike. It's gorgeous.

  • @stefanosolimeno6771
    @stefanosolimeno6771 Před 4 lety

    Well done mate! As italian i really loved to watch this video which is epic as all the others!

  • @francescogarofalo3191
    @francescogarofalo3191 Před 4 lety +5

    Naples and our costs and islands... are amazing! TOP

    • @DevilControl
      @DevilControl Před 2 lety

      Well, Sorrento e Amalfi sono più Salerno che Napoli ma si dai

  • @kennyyuen1600
    @kennyyuen1600 Před 4 lety +18

    Have you ever run into any legal or conflicts with the police regarding your drone?? Or do you follow the rules quite closely

  • @kamotefries6773
    @kamotefries6773 Před 4 lety +1

    Been awhile since I watched your vlogs. Immediately clicked when i saw this 👍 🇵🇭

  • @swatimehrotra3785
    @swatimehrotra3785 Před 4 lety

    The lemon bit was just awesome.. beautifully crafted.

  • @jsvisuals9032
    @jsvisuals9032 Před 4 lety +6

    I just got back from visiting sorrento, Pompeii, almafi and positano! We have literally been doing the Sam trip gutted I didn’t see you!
    I think with most tourist spots in Italy you are always going to pay a lot. Positano highlights that. I will say sorrento was cheaper imo and just as pretty.
    I also visited Cinque terre further up the coast this summer and I preferred that to positano!
    Great video again brother

  • @drayton2331
    @drayton2331 Před 4 lety +5

    Great video and great editing. Love your style man :)
    PS: in the EU the plural of euro and cent has no S in the end: 20 euro and 20 cent

  • @jonmiller4129
    @jonmiller4129 Před 2 lety

    Just discovered your channel doing some research for my upcoming Italy trip in June. Your videos are damn good man! This was both helpful and entertaining. And the cheek in tongue humor works. Keep it up

  • @spamaccount1513
    @spamaccount1513 Před 2 lety

    I went there in the later off season but not yet summer. The beaches were empty, and it was sunny and warm. That and hiking the 'path of the gods' from nocelle to bomberano made an awesome stop in the amalfi coast

  • @celmonby
    @celmonby Před 4 lety +3

    Hi there avid fan and newbie vlogger here.
    Love your videos its so cinematic..

  • @peppazzzz
    @peppazzzz Před 4 lety +15

    Dude... just quick tips.. I' m form Salerno... best way to visit the AMALFI COAST is to stay/base in CETARA , closer to Salerno... From there you can have the best/same food you get in Positano/Amalfi just on 1/3 of the price and just 1/3 of the Foreigners TOURIST you ll find in Sorrento/Positano/Amalfi..
    From Cetara you can take a early morning boat that goes to Minori (3€ trip 20 minutes boat ride) to visit bit of the city and to try " SAL DE RISO " pastry which is one of the most famous pastry chef in whole Italy and you only find him there...
    From Minori you can take another boat which takes you to AMALFI and is like 8€ trip....
    Noone of locals goes to Amalfi/Positano unless some special events because everyone here knows that you can get exactly or even better experience in places like Cetara ... Just advice!
    Peace!

    • @brandonburrell8517
      @brandonburrell8517 Před 4 lety +2

      I'm making a note of it.

    • @Garglicious
      @Garglicious Před 2 lety +2

      I love when locals give much better advice/tips than the actual videoo.. that's the only reason why i click on these videos lmaoo

    • @peppazzzz
      @peppazzzz Před 2 lety

      @@Garglicious Thanks mate eheheh =D been traveled around and not living in my hometown since looong time but we used to go there everytime and know about the scammy things you can find in AMALFI ( LEMONADE 6-7 euro ) in Cetara you can get 3 or 4 for the same price... Plus CETARA is well known for their ALICI and COLATURA DI ALICI ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colatura_di_alici )
      Freak me out the fact that people knows the whole coast only cuz of 2 BIG city when in reality there are like 10831 things to do better and cheaper...

    • @Garglicious
      @Garglicious Před 2 lety

      @@peppazzzz I can't thank you enough for these tips .. I really hope i get to travel Italy by end of next year ! I usually love to travel the hidden gems rather than the main attraction where I won't even get space to admire the beauty or eat in peace. That's why i always love to take advice of the locals.. since i don't know any Italian people i have been literally stalking the comments to make a good plan 🤣🤣

    • @peppazzzz
      @peppazzzz Před 2 lety

      @@Garglicious Ah beautiful!!! so if you ll stay in SALERNO... make sure to go and try the best MOZZARELLA at " Caseificio Vannulo " or " Caseificio Granato " are MUST VISIT SPOT...
      I used to be on the platform couchsurfing while I was traveling and when I was home I was hosting always people when I could... I love to show my hometown gems to people who may only know the area for CAPRI/AMALFI while there is LOTS to discover ... :)
      once you plan to travel there hit me up here and I ll give you more place to visit and must try food spot :) I do live in Vietnam so not sure where I will be next year, but if I am home I ll be happy to show you in person few places!

  • @jamaicahines
    @jamaicahines Před 4 lety

    I love the water footage epic jumps and editing

  • @marcomaldonado5337
    @marcomaldonado5337 Před 4 lety +2

    I watch many travel videos but nobody beats you Christian ☺️

  • @GianniAbroad
    @GianniAbroad Před 4 lety +4

    Hey Lost if you want to see something really spectacular go to Salento there are tons of things you can see there. Salento is a vast area in the Puglia region (Italy) and it's much cheaper than Capri, Positano and Amalfi Coast in general and the food is amazing. I hope you will consider it.
    P.s. I really like your video so keep up with the good work and enjoy your life as usual man :)

  • @syahrulnizamsamsudin4261
    @syahrulnizamsamsudin4261 Před 4 lety +3

    LOST LEBLANC IS THE MANNN!!! I also sharing also my travel experience to all viewers in CZcams!

  • @davidcleveland5
    @davidcleveland5 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the post this place is off my bucket list

  • @susandoeberl8077
    @susandoeberl8077 Před 4 lety +4

    This was a really awesome video. Thanks for taking us with you.

  • @nicotinedeals
    @nicotinedeals Před 4 lety +3

    Nice video! What an amazing place... Probably one of the best cost lines in the world. Next time, go to Tropea in Calabria... 👌

  • @swanseawales1979
    @swanseawales1979 Před 4 lety

    I went during May. Perfect time to go imho

  • @writeract2
    @writeract2 Před 3 lety

    You've so inspired me - I've seen it before but now I really want to go.