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The mystical, magical island of Capri has bewitched visitors for centuries.
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The islands allure is well-documented and somewhat subversive.
In HomersOdyssey,the nearby waters were inhabited by the Sirens, who beckoned sailors to their deaths.
But on your visit, youre more likely to experience la dolce vita.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, a frequent Capri-visitor, photographed on the island in the early 1970s.
References to this are just as plentiful.
Think of Jackie Kennedy Onassis on the island wearing, yes, capri pants.
On the island, layers of history are embedded within the craggy limestone rock foundations.
A view onto Villa (or Casa) Malaparte, which is privately owned.
Here, you feel as though youre sampling a taste of a bygone jet-set holidayMr.
Ripley was nearby in Positano, after all.
The dress code is as understated as a white linen button-up.
No Capri trip is complete without a boat cruise around the Faraglioni Rocks.
The cuisine is perfectly simplisticfish filets with a squeeze of lemon.
And the moments are unrushed.
There are also two main towns on the island: Capri and Anacapri.
A view onto the Olympic-sized pool and perfectly situated cliff-side locale of Hotel Luna.
All these and more tips for Capri, below.
Family-friendly, the hotels second greatest attraction is its poolOlympic size with sea and garden views.
Its one of the islands more impressive hotels, equipped with a serious spa and two Michelin stars.
A view of the inner courtyard at the Jumeirah Capri Palace.
Located in Anacapri, the hotel is about as good as it gets.
If youre looking for a place to see and be seen, look no further.
Inside, rooms offer views of the Faraglioni, or the heart of town.
A statue of Caesar Augustus enjoys a heavenly view of the sunset before dinner guests join him.
Onsite, theres also the not-to-miss restaurant Vesuvio, serving up pasta and gelato.
Dont underestimate the journey and come with practical shoes.
The destination will be worth it.
Located in the heart of old town Capri, the Hotel Quisisana is a social hub.
Instead of sand, there are slabs of limestone and the famous blue-and-white striped beach chairs to lounge in.
Today, a trip to La Fontelina, which always includes lunch, is a Capri must.
Like all beach clubs here, reservations are requiredand book up quickly.
The view of the Tyrrhenian Sea as seen from one of the hotel’s terraces.
The place bills itself as Capri’s de facto living room.
Since its opening in the 1960s, its been a place for relaxation and respite beneath the sun.
Here, fewer tourists flock but the experience is no less remarkable.
The iconic blue-and-white-striped parasols at La Fontelina, as seen from the beach club’s restaurant.
Address: Anacapri, Str.
Located above Marina Grande and situated in a lemon tree-filled garden, Da Paolino is a must-go.
To dine here is to dine beneath a canopy of citrus (nets catch falling fruits).
Da Paolino gives the impression of dining in a lemon grove.
Order a Caprese, the islands eponymous salad, and the lemon spaghetti.
And no meal here is complete without a bit of limoncello.
As its name suggests, the restaurant is comprised of nooks and crannies carved out of the rock face.
One of the more magical corners of Capri can be found at Villa San Michele. A must-visit for anyone on the island.
Meals are cooked on an outdoor grill and the dining terrace looks out onto Campanella point.
Located in old town Capri, the white table-clothed restaurant is great for big groups and big nights out.
Seafood is their specialty but the entire menu won’t leave you disappointed.
Anacapri seen from the chair lift
Helmed by chef Andrea Migliaccio, who hails from nearby Ischia, the restaurant boasts two Michelin stars.
With impressive horticultural knowledge, Munthe filled his gardens with rare and exotic flora.
Today, Villa San Michele is a destination for tourists curious to see the idyll Munthe once inhabited.
View of Via Krupp from Gardens of Augustus
A windy day might have you clutching your pearls but the ascent is also half the fun.
Address: Via Sella Orta, 1, 80073 Capri NA, Italy
