Pompeii and Sorrento

Wed Dec 23 2009

The weather was perfect today, 65 degrees and sunny! We visited Pompeii and Sorrento. First we stopped at a Cameo factory where an artisan was carving jewerly out of seashells. We were all impressed with how well preserved the ruins were and the seemingly nice life the inhabitants had. After a great time at the ruins, it was time for Sorrento. We drove through the steep shores and cliffs along the coast ovderlooking the ocean. It was breathtaking! We went to a local farmhouse where they produce Mozzarela, Lemoncello, and Olive oil. We ate lunch at the farmhouse. They served us freshly made mozzarella, locally grown tomatoes and salami, followed by home made pasa with riccotta and tomatoe sauce. For dessert, we had a Lemoncello cake (Yum!) and of course, Lemoncello. Then we walked through Sorrento. We loved this place! We would love to come back and stay at one of the local hotels overlooking the ocean. There are Enotecas (wine houses), Gelaterias, and small eateries everywhere. The town is very lively! We wish to come back soon with some of our friends.

Back at the ship, we relaxed with Spanish wine overlooking Sorrento and the Amalfi coast as we departed from Italy. After dinner and the kids had gone to bed, we ran into the couple from Venezuela we met the first day, and we talked until 2am!!

At around 6am, we could see the coast of Sicily from our room trhough the balcony. Alexander loves to go out in the balcony and watch the ocean. Ed loves going to the Gym overlooking the coast while Sabrina and I update the blog J

Merry Christmas to all our family and friends!! Wishing you a wonderful time.

Love.
The Torres