In my previous travels, I had always stuck with hotels. Renting with Amalfi Coast Rentals had me worried that I'd regret the experience. But as soon as I arrived at Villa Terrazza I was met by the man who would prove to be invaluable in maximizing my Italian getaway. Domenico Gagliano was able to help me along from the moment we met. He showed me the way around, warned to watch my step on the narrow roads, and told me to be kind and open with the local people, and they will reciprocate. He was right, as the people of the Amalfi Coast were very warm and giving. If Domenico hadn't been there to help me out, I doubt if I would have met nearly as many nice people as I did, and wouldn't have come home with the stories I can now share with my friends at home.

Positano is a small city, but it's still a place where you sort of have to be "in the know" to find the good eateries, beaches and shops. Domenico guided me to all the best places in Positano, Sorrento, Amalfi, and Praiano. He also walked me through the whole Capri "experience", which involves a boat, finicular, and car, but Domenico planned out my itinerary and the trip was well worth it. The apartment was beautifully arranged and furbished, and was well suited to reflect the natural beauty of the sea. I felt settled and comfortable in the apartment as soon as I got my bags unpacked. The kitchen provided ample room and appliances so that I could make whatever my heart desired; cook up a freshly caught fish, or make pasta with finest tomatoes in the world. In hotels, sometimes you can feel as though you're being rushed out for the next paying customer. At Villa Terrazza, as I awoke each morning and stood on the balcony to stare into that alluring azure of the Mediterranean, it honestly felt like home. I can't recommend Amalfi Coast Rentals and Primula of Amalfi enough; with their help, I had the trip of a lifetime.