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SOUTHERN ITALY Within the Mediterranean climate of Southern Italy, you'll find yourself fully embraced by a way of life deeply rooted in tradition. The scenic towns of Positano and Sorrento are nestled within stunning cliffside enclaves, with picturesque villas and cobblestone streets winding their way to the sea. Naples offers the classic cuisine that has made Italy a gourmet haven for decades. From here you can find the jagged peak of Vesuvius, and visit the emotionally powerful and historically invaluable remains of nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum. Puglia is located at the heel of Italy's "boot," and it features some of the brightest seas, exquisite beaches and the charming whitewashed, cone-shaped houses called "trulli." In addition to the jagged peaks of Vesuvius, Southern Italy offers historical treasures galore, including the well-preserved Greek temples at Pestrum and the Sassi, or cave city, of Matera. VACATION ENHANCING TOURS NAPLES • Naples City Sightseeing Hop On/Hop Off Tour • Private Amalfi Coast Tour • Private Capri Tour • Private Naples City Tour • Private Pompei Tour • Customized Tour with Private Car and Driver Consult your American Express travel counselor for more details on these and other group and private tours and transfers. SORRENTO ooooo BELLEVUE SYRENE The Bellevue Syrene is beautifully perched on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Naples and is only a few minutes walking distance from the city center. It rises from the foundations of a large Roman Villa transformed into a private villa and then into a hotel from 1820. The Hotel offers 50 rooms, all with spectacular views of the sea, recently renovated and nicely decorated with pastel colors and combined design and antique furniture. The restaurants at the Bellevue Syrene offer some of the finest local culinary traditions. 56 Southern Italy ooooo GRAND HOTEL EXCELSIOR VITTORIA Located on a high cliff in Sorrento, with spectacular views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is a 5 star luxury hotel of exclusive style and elegant charm. Each of the rooms and suites are elaborately furnished and feature varying views of the garden or the sea. Enjoy the refined culinary flavors at Terrazza Bosquet, where the delicacy of the organic ingredients come from the Peninsula and the hotel's garden or immerse yourself in the well-being of the Boutique Spa La Serra.