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    Unpopular opinion: red eye flights are better. ๐Ÿ›ฉ

Hereโ€™s why:

1. They are often cheaper than daytime flights.
2. You get an entire extra day in your destination.

Even if the red eye and daytime flights are the same price, you get better bang for your buck because you get to spend more time in your destination.

For example, we got an entire extra day in Bora Bora for free by flying on the red eye. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ’ธ

Agree or disagree?

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    Dreaming up a trip to Positano, Italy? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Save and screenshot this ultimate itinerary for 5 days in Positano on the Amalfi Coast of Italy!

Day 1: Explore Positanoโ€™s streets, shops and restaurants.
Day 2: Day trip to Amalfi Town (or Ravello).
Day 3: Day trip to Capri.
Day 4: Beach day at Spiaggia Grande.
Day 5: Fornillo Beach or a private beach club like @arienzobeachclubpositano 

For more itinerary details (how to get to Positano, activity details and more), head to:

indigosahara.com/positano-itinerary-5-days 

Buon viaggio! ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‹๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒŠ

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Save and screenshot this one week Italy itinerary for Rome and the Amalfi Coast!

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome
Day 3: Positano
Day 4: Amalfi Town
Day 5: Capri
Day 6: Positano
Day 7: Rome

Buon viaggio! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿค๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‹

#italyitinerary #italytravel #italytrip #romecity #positanoitaly #amalficoastitaly
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All of these bucket list destinations are the perfect places to visit in Europe for an iconic European summer experience.

Iโ€™m personally very excited to check a few more off the list this summer. ๐Ÿคญ

Remember to SAVE this summer bucket list for easy access later! 

#europedestinations #europetrip #europeansummer #summertravel #travel
    12 flights for $175 USD total. ๐Ÿ’ธ Hereโ€™s how๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

Travel hacking!

AKA taking advantage of credit card points and credit card opening bonuses. ๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ

This is just from putting all of our regular expenses on travel credit cards over the past six-ish months (groceries, house renovation expenses, clothes, etc.), paying the card off in full every month and racking up free miles.

So, what travel credit card is best, you ask?

I wish there was a simple answer, but the truth is, it depends on your personal goals as a traveler.

Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™ve created a FREE downloadable quiz (link in bio) that you can take to determine which travel credit card you should open.

This travel hacking quiz is going to tell you exactly which travel credit card is best for you, no matter if youโ€™re new to travel credit card points or a seasoned travel hacking pro.

If you take the quiz, let me know what you get!! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

(Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor, and this is not financial advice. Always consult a professional who knows your unique financial situation. Always follow credit card best practices, such as paying your card off in full on time every month.)

#travelhacking #travelcreditcards #freeflights #freetravel #budgettravel #budgettraveltips #europeansummer
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Positano Vs Amalfi: Which Is Better?

May 4, 2022

The Amalfi Coast is an indescribable region of Italy that everyone should see at least once in their lifetime. But, because there are so many towns that make up the Amalfi Coast, it can be hard to decide exactly where to stay. The two most commonly debated towns? Positano vs Amalfi.

Here, we’ll discuss the difference between Positano and Amalfi, which town is best for a day trip, if Positano and Amalfi are truly worth the visit, and which town is better to visit overall.

Positano Vs Amalfi: Which Is Better?

Are Positano And Amalfi The Same?

First thing’s first, are Positano and Amalfi the same?

No, Positano and Amalfi are not the same. Positano and Amalfi (also known as Amalfi Town) are two separate towns that are both located on the Amalfi Coast of Italy.

Positano is the most iconic town in the region. When you see โ€œAmalfi Coastโ€ photos or Instagram geotags, the photos were more than likely taken in Positano. If youโ€™re looking for the viral stacked pastel buildings, youโ€™ll want to go to Positano, not Amalfi.

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On the contrary, Amalfi, AKA Amalfi Town, is another town on the Amalfi Coast, like Positano. While itโ€™s a beautiful bustling town to visit, be aware that it is not the same as Positano. In fact, itโ€™s a 50 minute boat ride away from Positano (no traffic, pedestrians or winding Italian streets).

Lastly, to further clarify, the Amalfi Coast is the coastline and, therefore, a region of Italy. When someone refers to Amalfi Coast, they are referring to the area, not to a specific town.

If you didn’t know the difference between Positano, Amalfi and the Amalfi Coast, don’t worry. I didn’t understand at first either!

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Should I Take An Amalfi Or Positano Day Trip?

If you have to choose between Positano vs Amalfi for a day trip, you’ll probably want to visit Positano. When you picture the Amalfi Coast, you’re more than likely actually picturing the town of Positano. You’ll be disappointed if you’re expecting Positano views but you’re in Amalfi.

Don’t get me wrong, Amalfi is beautiful. You can definitely happily spend a day trip in Amalfi.

However, if you’re looking forward to stacked pastel buildings, umbrella covered beaches and endless iconic Amalfi Coast views, you should take your day trip to Positano.

Is There More To Do In Amalfi Or Positano?

There is a lot more to do in Positano than Amalfi. Positano is much bigger and more touristy than Amalfi.

In Positano, you can relax on the beaches, indulge in fresh seafood, shop, take vintage car tours and more. For more details on what to do in Positano, I have an entire guide on the top 10 things to do and see in Positano here.

Furthermore, I have several complete, free itineraries for your Positano trip, depending on how long you’re staying:

  1. One Day In Positano: The Perfect Day Trip Itinerary.
  2. How To Spend 3 Days In Positano (Complete Itinerary).
  3. Positano Itinerary: 5 Days In Positano, Italy (With Photos).
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Positano Vs Amalfi: Which Is Better?

Is Amalfi Town Worth Visiting?

That being said, Amalfi Town is worth visiting if you’re spending more than a day or two on the Amalfi Coast.

In Amalfi Town, you can find gorgeous Amalfitan architecture, the incredibly unique Duomo di Amalfi (Amalfi Cathedral), the legendary Amalfi paper mills, shopping, lemon sorbet served in a lemon and more.

Furthermore, Amalfi is much more accessible, as the town is much more level. There are not nearly as many stairs as Positano.

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capri italy aesthetic

If you’re looking to take a day trip to Amalfi Town from Positano, I highly recommend taking a boat tour with Blue Star, a family-run boat tour and excursion business. The day trip will cost less than 100 euro per person and includes a round-trip semi-private boat ride to Amalfi, swimming in the Mediterranean, complimentary refreshments, a tour guide, an afternoon in Amalfi Town and more.

Or, if you’re interested in a more budget-friendly option, you can also take the daily ferry from the Positano marina. Whichever option you choose, just be sure to book your tickets at least a day before your desired Amalfi Town trip date.

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Positano vs Amalfi: Which Is Cheaper?

Positano is the most expensive town on the Amalfi Coast, which obviously means it’s cheaper to stay in Amalfi than Positano. The average hotel rate in Amalfi is $150 USD per night; whereas, the average hotel rate in Positano is over $350 per night.

At the end of the day, you will be paying for the elevated experience in Positano. There are still ways to stay in Positano on a budget, though, if you want.

Moreover, Amalfi is slightly farther away from big cities (namely Rome and Naples) than Positano, which means that Amalfi is even harder to get to than Positano. Regardless, if you’re looking to visit the Amalfi Coast on a major budget, you may consider staying in Amalfi over Positano.

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Is Amalfi Or Positano Better?

Overall, Positano is definitely better than Amalfi.

Both cities will take your breath away. But, because your expectations of the Amalfi Coast will likely be more fulfilled by Positano than Amalfi, Positano is the winner.

Despite the accessibility and affordability of Amalfi, Positano is where you will want to stay if you’re splurging on a your dream Italian vacation.

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Now that you have all this information, which town will you visit? Positano or Amalfi? Let me know by leaving a reply down below.

As always, if you have any questions about your Amalfi Coast, leave a reply or message me on my Instagram. My DMs are open

More On Positano And The Amalfi Coast

Where To Stay In Positano, Italy, On A Budget
10 Top Things To Do And See In Positano, Italy
One Day In Positano: The Perfect Day-Trip Itinerary
The Ultimate Positano Honeymoon Itinerary
30 Amalfi Coast Instagram Spots For Iconic Photos (Map & Photos)

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Unpopular opinion: red eye flights are better. ๐Ÿ›ฉ

Hereโ€™s why:

1. They are often cheaper than daytime flights.
2. You get an entire extra day in your destination.

Even if the red eye and daytime flights are the same price, you get better bang for your buck because you get to spend more time in your destination.

For example, we got an entire extra day in Bora Bora for free by flying on the red eye. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ’ธ

Agree or disagree?

#travelreel #travelreels #travelreelsoninstagram #travelbloggervibes #redeyeflight #cheapflights
Dreaming up a trip to Positano, Italy? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Save and screenshot this ultimate itinerary for 5 days in Positano on the Amalfi Coast of Italy!

Day 1: Explore Positanoโ€™s streets, shops and restaurants.
Day 2: Day trip to Amalfi Town (or Ravello).
Day 3: Day trip to Capri.
Day 4: Beach day at Spiaggia Grande.
Day 5: Fornillo Beach or a private beach club like @arienzobeachclubpositano 

For more itinerary details (how to get to Positano, activity details and more), head to:

indigosahara.com/positano-itinerary-5-days 

Buon viaggio! ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‹๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒŠ

#positanoitaly #positanobeach #amalficoastitaly #italytrip #travelitinerary #travelguides #positano๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น
Heading to Italy โ€” soon or someday? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Heading to Italy โ€” soon or someday? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Save and screenshot this one week Italy itinerary for Rome and the Amalfi Coast!

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome
Day 3: Positano
Day 4: Amalfi Town
Day 5: Capri
Day 6: Positano
Day 7: Rome

Buon viaggio! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿค๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‹

#italyitinerary #italytravel #italytrip #romecity #positanoitaly #amalficoastitaly
How many have you been to out of 30? โœจ All of t How many have you been to out of 30? โœจ

All of these bucket list destinations are the perfect places to visit in Europe for an iconic European summer experience.

Iโ€™m personally very excited to check a few more off the list this summer. ๐Ÿคญ

Remember to SAVE this summer bucket list for easy access later! 

#europedestinations #europetrip #europeansummer #summertravel #travel
12 flights for $175 USD total. ๐Ÿ’ธ Hereโ€™s how๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

Travel hacking!

AKA taking advantage of credit card points and credit card opening bonuses. ๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ

This is just from putting all of our regular expenses on travel credit cards over the past six-ish months (groceries, house renovation expenses, clothes, etc.), paying the card off in full every month and racking up free miles.

So, what travel credit card is best, you ask?

I wish there was a simple answer, but the truth is, it depends on your personal goals as a traveler.

Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™ve created a FREE downloadable quiz (link in bio) that you can take to determine which travel credit card you should open.

This travel hacking quiz is going to tell you exactly which travel credit card is best for you, no matter if youโ€™re new to travel credit card points or a seasoned travel hacking pro.

If you take the quiz, let me know what you get!! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

(Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor, and this is not financial advice. Always consult a professional who knows your unique financial situation. Always follow credit card best practices, such as paying your card off in full on time every month.)

#travelhacking #travelcreditcards #freeflights #freetravel #budgettravel #budgettraveltips #europeansummer

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