Italy Trip - Day 2 - 4/8/26…read more When we arrived we walked directly off the plane and down a staircase when getting off the plane (just like the Lovable Lads of Liverpool) and directly into a crammed bus. Probably unnecessary, but i'm already thinking about pickpockets (which in my defense i'm always watching out for that, especially in big cities and on or near public transit - but now even more so). They drive us about 200 yards (would've been faster to walk than wait so long, but maybe that's a safety hazard, which is something they don't seem to care about here much otherwise, which is kind of refreshing in a weird way). We were then herded into the airport, while i watched a guy who was far behind us, skip past me and another 50 people or so. Another ten people that were behind me also broke in front of me. He must've had a hankering for pizza. -------------------------------------- Outside there was a line for citizens and a line for "all passports" or "tutti i" passports ("tutti" being "all" in italian? just don't call me "tutti frutti" okay?). Once we get inside the lines disappear, so it seemed kind of pointless to have us enter in lines outside and then come inside into just one big line again. That's not how we do in America. There then seems to be three lines - one for locals, and one for U.S. and or English speaking, and another for i don't what for - maybe for people that hate the "grind". There should have just been two groups: the people who's toilets flush and the water goes clockwise, and the other for peoples who's water flushes and goes counter clockwise (it's a joke, i know it's a myth, but they should do it anyway). When we walked up they asked if we were from the U.K. and although there's a lot of ugly / ugly toothed people from there i kind of took it as a compliment that we didn't scream "American" to them. Maybe i am a little cultured? After that we stop at a bathroom and i accidentally go into the family bathroom painted like a child's bathroom with airplane landing strip and one little room with two toilets.

Naples, Italy. The most 'freeform airport' I've experienced. I got to use NAP 2x, inbound…read morefrom IST, and outbound. The first visit was 12/1/24 during rush hour and it's very busy. Most flights are boarded outdoors as NAP is smaller relative to the number of flights serviced daily. The second was my return flight home via IST. Both times however I was able to use the small tech room to charge my electronics via 8 wall outlets. There are many charge stations throughout the waiting area and they service USB-A connections, much slower. When boarding begins each airline has its own protocols so be aware. Also gate announcements are made 30 min prior to departure times so you want to be super alert. Leave enough time cushion for unforeseen events like overcrowding in boarding areas, a bus to the plane and gate changes. Some users think NAP is chaotic; it can be. The positive to the experiences at NAP is food and clothes and sundries shopping: there are top notch stores, panettone even a Venchi outpost. The panini, sfogliatelle (2.3€) and pastries I've tested at NAP are top notch and for 5-7€ a piece, it's a bargain. Even cheaper is coffee, an espresso is 1.5€. Boarding is by zone and love that they board planes from the back seats to front: sensible and convenient. All in all a good average airport with superior food and shopping. End of Yelp.

In a pickle go here!! Last night was chaotic to say the least. Many ppl were stranded because the…read moreferry cancelled rides to Positano. The bus lines were jammed packed. The taxi line was taking very long. They were charging $140 to go back to Sorrento and a lot of drivers did not want to go there. So one taxi driver suggested we go to his company store and get a ride from there. Which is this place for 4 ppl it was $120 back to Positano. We were so relieved we got a ride it was a nice Benzino too.

Luxury Limo Positano is a top notch service for your transportation needs in the Amalfi Coast,…read moreItaly. Whether transferring from the airport to hotel to day tours of the area, Luxury Limo will provide a professional high quality service. They use impressive high end Mercedes hybrid cars for their service. The cars are luxurious, comfortable and quiet. I used Luxury Limo during my stay in Praiano, and was very impressed with the experience of their drivers, while driving through the tough narrow windy roads along the coast. They are professional, attentive , and will get you to your destination safely. I was amazed how carefully they drive through close passes along the road. The drivers are professional, friendly and thankfully spoke good English, which was extremely helpful in my case. I would not hesitate to use them again in the future.

I booked a transfer service with them online and they cancelled without notice. Be careful before…read morebooking.

Our driver was amazing! He took us around Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, and then to our train in Naples…read more He drove at a reasonable speed that we felt comfortable with and made stops at the drive off points. He gave us some history of the area and some local customs as well. We weren't interested in shopping per se, but he made it a point to tell us the areas where the popular lace was made.

More than highly recommended. Avoid the stress, sit back, relax, and enjoy a beautiful ride in a…read morecomfortable car with an excellent driver!!! LaMax Tours Private Transfers and Excursions is a class act. My family and I enjoyed the services of LaMax Tours THREE TIMES during our tour of the Sorrentine Peninsula. My famiglia and I are so grateful to have found Lara and Max. They are the most lovely people to drive around Italy with. They are both excellent and safe drivers and are extremely knowledgeable guides. There were so many highlights of our trip many of which would not have happened without the guidance of LaMax Tours. With LaMax Tours, the experience during the journey is a destination in itself!!! The first trip with LaMax was from Naples to Sant'Agnello with Massimo (Max). My bag did not arrive when I landed at the Naples Airport. Max waited patiently for me while I filed paper work with the baggage office. It was about an hour later than planned before I was able to exit the airport and meet Max. He was waiting patiently right where I exited. I was concerned and apologetic about keeping him waiting. Max greeted me with a smile and quickly put me at ease. I think the first thing he said was "No problem, welcome to Italy." The airport transfer to Sant'Agnello was a tour in itself. Max and I talked about pizza secrets and local food and wine and pointed left and right as we passed Vesuvius, Pompeii, and some beautiful coastal Italian countryside. A few days later, Lara picked up my family from Amalfi for a trip to see the ancient ruins at Paestum and visit the majestic water bufala. My mother was apprehensive about traversing one of the most dramatic coastal roads in the world with a stranger. This stranger soon became a friend. Heights and winding mountainous roads are a bit outside of Mom's comfort zone. We were all at ease with Lara as our pilot. Our first stop was Minori. We were looking for some cappuccino and pastry, and Lara knew just the place for us. Mama mia... we had the best coffee and pastry imaginable... scordatelo [forget about it!]. As we proceeded down the winding coast, Lara told us how her Father was the first driver to drive a large bus on the very route we were taking. It was clear that safe and professional driving on the Amalfi coast was in her blood. We proceeded through Salerno to the ruins at Paestum listening to anecdotes and tidbits about the areas we were passing through. Lara waited patiently as we strolled leisurely through Paestum and then took us to visit a farm where water bufala are raised. We made friends with one of the bufala and enjoyed some of the freshest and most delicious mozzarella imaginable. From there, Lara took us to Ravello and dropped us off right near the entrance to Villa Rufolo. We all had a blast that day. Our last tour with LaMax was from Positano back to Naples with Lara. Lara picked us up early and got me back to the Naples Airport exactly when I wanted to be there. Then, Lara got the rest of the group to the train station. Our early morning exit from the Amalfi coast could not have gone smoother, thanks to LaMax Tours.

We went on a cruise in September 2018 for 10 nights thru Italy. We had a group of eight and our…read morelast port was Naples. We booked an all day excursion with Lara who picked us up at the cruise terminal and took us all over. She drove us to Positano where she parked and gave us time to explore on our own. She then drove us down the Amalfi Coast which was stunning. She stopped along the way for us to take pictures and buy goodies from local vendors. On the way back she dropped us at Pompeii and waited for us. Lara answered all of our questions and was full of information. She will take you where you want to go or recommend places if you don't know what to do. I would definitely recommend Lara or her husband Max for a day of adventure if you are traveling to Naples.

This review comes from a longtime customer of Benvenuto Limos, the first time in 2005 and then in…read moreAugust 2023. The first trip involved eight of us, with my wife and I and three of our friends making our first visit to the home country. We were driven from Rome to Pompei to Naples to the hometown of five of us (two families) - Ottati & Castelcivita - back to Naples and then to Rome. We had two drivers: Rocco, who handled the Rome, Naples & Pompeii trips; and Umberto, who drove us from Naples to Ottati & Castelcivita. Both men were professional, charming and friendly, as if your Italian relatives were driving you. Umberto became somewhat of a legend on that trip, since he took us to the towns our families came from and became our interpreter. And oh... Umberto is the father of Giovanni, who runs Benvenuto Limos. (We sent a video to them as a thank you.) This August at the last minute (well, for me at least, during June) after much urging by my wife and the people of Ottati I attended the 75th Anniversary of the opening of town's aqueduct. Fundraising was done by my great uncle and others in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, my hometown, as well by a group in Pennsylvania. There was no way I was driving two hours up the mountains. My wife told me to call Giovanni and Benvenuto and guess who picked me up in Naples? Umberto! And he picked me up a couple of days later to take me back to Naples. Again, it was like family... family that is professional, charming and wonderful. Benvenuto Limos are tremendous. I recommend them highly.

First and foremost, having Benvenuto Limos and Amalfi Coast Tours as our drivers made our entire…read moretrip to the Amalfi Coast so incredible. Our experience wouldn't have been as amazing as it was without Giovanni, Daniella and the entire staff. My family (three adult children and two parents) traveled to Italy and after a terrible travel day, we were greeted at the train station in Naples by Roberto and had a wonderful drive to the coast, which was quite refreshing and relaxing after a treturous journey from California. We came to Italy with very little knowledge of the area and very little planned for the week. Giovanni with the assistance of Daniella not only provided us with seamless pick up and drop offs throughout the week in their spotless air conditioned cars, but he and his drivers were basically our tour guides each day which made the trip so much better. They planned our itinerary perfectly with their extensive knowledge of the area and connected us to all the best sights, restaurants, and more. One day we visited Pompeii and Herculaneum. They organized for us to have a private guide in both places and we stopped for an amazing lunch at a winery on Mount Vesuvius during the day. The wine tasting and food was incredible. This was a must all thanks to the Benvenuto team. One of the most memorable moments was our dinner in Positano at a restaurant that is a little bit hidden from the main touristy area, La Guarracino. Giovanni personally called the restaurant to get us a reservation and gave us recommendations of what to order. The assorted chefs choice sea food plate was one of the best things we've ever had and the whole night was so magical. This trip was so special and memorable for my family. When it came to an end, we were so sad to say goodbye to Giovanni who we'd loved getting to know throughout the week. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you! We owe so much to Giovanni, Daniella and their amazing drivers Roberto, Luigi, Roberto and Eduardo. If you visit the Amalfi coast, I wouldn't recommend anything more than this company.

Not only did they make a special tour for us....but Roberto was prompt, beyond polite and like my…read morenew best friend! He was super knowledgeable, an absolute gentleman and a super careful driver! My friend got sick and could not go..and I was bummed, but Roberto made all the difference in the world! Even alone, I felt safe... he was always near or checking on me. Roberto took time to point out areas/places/things, wwas able to answer questions, while making it a fun experience for me! I can not say enough wonderful things about him! He made my day! The winery (Reale) and the Olive farm (Gargiulo) were fantastic and beautiful! The staff/owners were lovely! If you need a guide/driver or replacement BFF....Roberto is the person to ask for! In addition, he speaks English very very well (and other languages as well).

Our experience with Roberto was the highlight of of Europe…read more Normally, I'm an independent traveller. I enjoy finding hidden places, traveling like a local in cities, and generally immersing myself in a place. I do look for advice--from friends, local residents, and my amazing travel agent. I am not a cruise person, but I found myself on a cruise in Europe with family. 8 ports in 10 days...if you want the sampler platter of the Continent, not a bad way to go. Problem: How to do more than stop in a city and check a box? This is where Amalfi Coast Destination came in. I had never been on a private tour by car before, and though I've done a number since, this was the best experience I (or my family) has had. Roberto is an amazing guide and driver. He's from the Amalfi Coast and knows just about everyone. We even ran into his father in Ravello. He gives you access to a lot of places that the tour buses won't stop at. And completely customized to your needs--we wanted to throw Pompeii into the mix and were able to do so without being rushed. The highlights: *Touristy stuff: A boat ride through a grotto, and a little miniature of a town *Shopping in Amalfi *Breathtaking views and photo stops the whole way--including a posh hotel not open to random tourists *Wandering the square of Ravello *The most amazing meal ever: balcony view down the gorge to the Med at Ristorante San Giovanni, a rustic hand crafted meal. Roberto even brought the limoncello. *Pompeii Dock to dock service in a comfortable Mercedes mini-van that could easily accommodate 6. It was a memorable day with family, one we will never forget. If you are headed to the Amalfi Coast this is the way to go: in style.

Wife and I ended our three-week vacation in Europe with two nights in Sorrento. We got there via…read moretrain from Rome to Naples, and I had arranged transportation to and from our Sorrentine hotel thru Sorrento Limousine Service. As there are other choices, I find that I made the right one. We were met at the Naples train station by Vincente, who quickly gathered up our luggage and got us on the road to Sorrento. En route, we stopped at Pompeii for a 2-hour tour. This was also arranged by the service and Libby was our tour guide. She did a great job, a very personable young lady with expert knowledge of the intricate ruins. We had an early train out of Naples two days later and Raffaele was waiting for us in the lobby to take us back to where we needed to be. I give Sorrento Limousine Service my highest recommendation. They take care of the logistics and transportation worries so you can enjoy your vacation!

My husband and I used this service for a personal tour of the Amalfi Coast for his 50th Birthday…read moreand it was the absolute perfect day! This Italian family treats you just like "family" as they show you only the BEST shopping, restaurants, sights and anything else your heart desires; while they serenade you with Italian songs along the way. They are knowledgeable, personable, gracious hosts that are also highly competent in handling the hair pin turns of the Amalfi Coast Highway! I cannot say enough about the truly memorable day we spent with them and cannot wait to see them again in bella Italia!

We booked a private ride on Positano shuttle twice - one from Naples train station to our Positano…read morehotel, and then again from our Sorrento hotel to the Naples airport. They were reliable, responsive, and showed up as requested in decent vehicles. Note that if you are 3 people with 3 "large" bags (larger than carry-on) you need to book a van, rather than a car. Our driver on the way to Positano was a bit grumpy, spoke very little English, and was a pretty aggressive "road rage" type driver, tail-gaiting, driving fast on the narrow windy mountain roads, and cussing out drivers along the way. But we ended up arriving safely to our destination. He may or may not have slightly side-swiped a car exiting the Naples train station. The driver from Sorrento to Naples was much more calm, which was nice, especially since it was just 4 am, and didn't need any near-death experiences. Overall, giving them a 4 for communication and reliability, but maybe they should request input on drivers after service to get customer input!