Badia Santa Maria de Olearia

We stayed at the Monastery of Badia Santa Maria de Olearia. This is easily the most interesting place we have stayed on our travels. It was established in 1029 AD by “Peter the Hermit”. The monastery is built into mountain cave above the Tyrrhenian Sea. It has commanding views from Maiori all the way round to Amalfi.

The accommodation comprises a number of buildings built into the rock. The children literally had a cave to sleep in which was a big hit. The view from the terrace was stunning. The apartment is spacious and tastefully decorated with three large bathrooms with a good kitchen.

View from terrace

terrace

Fresco

Erchie

After a long and interesting journey from Naples Airport via bus, train and bus we arrived in Erchie. We deliberately booked an apartment in Erchi because it was small and at the quieter end of the coast. We were not disappointed.

Erchie is wonderful spot and Gianluca's apartment was perfect overlooking the Church and village Piazza. The beach had great swimming and lots of local colour.

Benito's Map

Alex's Trop Fest Jr. Entry 2014 (aged 9)

Fun with Friends