The Grand Tour
The luxury tourism industry blossomed in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries with the beginning of the Grand Tour. These trips were...
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Jul 26, 20222 min read
The Volcanic Terrain of Sorrento
By: Stephanie and Corrine Volcanoes are an important part of the landscape in Sorrento. We can see it from the dorm, the beach, and Villa...
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Jul 25, 20223 min read
Marina Grande in the Media
Sofia Loren Sofia Loren is a staple of Sorrento, especially in Marina Grande. Born on September 20, 1934, as Sofia Villani Scucolone, she...
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Jul 25, 20224 min read
Traditional Italian Dancing
To see a beautiful display of Sorrento's cultural roots through the elements of song and dance, go see the Tarantella Show at the Cinema...
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Jul 21, 20223 min read
Sorrento's Sandals
By: Carlee Hontz, Melina Hayward, Anna Long Strolling through the main street of Sorrento, you will see several shops selling sandals....
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Jul 20, 20227 min read
The Ancient Walls of Sorrento
Jess Angeline and Maia Bullard Geography and History To do justice to the topic of Walls in Sorrento we must first give a brief history...
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Jul 18, 20224 min read
The Grand Hotel La Favorita!
The Grand Hotel La Favorita lives up to its name. It is considered one of the most luxurious accommodations in Sorrento, with a five-star...
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Jul 18, 20223 min read
Cattedrale di Sorrento : Sorrentine history and beautiful Baroque
By: Ava DiPaolo, Andrea Hummel, and Evangelia Gavrilos Found along the Corso Italia, the Cathedral of Sorrento is a must see, as it truly...
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Jul 18, 20225 min read
To and From Marina Grande
Italian Migration It is easy to travel to Italy and be mesmerized by the country’s food, natural beauty, and culture. When in Italy...
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Jul 18, 20224 min read
Basking in the Basilica di Sant'Antonino
Your expansive guide to the ins and outs of the Sorrento church dedicated to St. Antonino By Adriana Beltrano and Julia Doyle This first...
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Jul 18, 20223 min read
Bath Time!
By Corinne and Stephanie The Bagni di Regina Giovanna, or the Baths of Regina Giovanna is a beautiful inlet in Sorrento on the Italian...
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Jul 14, 20223 min read
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
The beautiful Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria holds a five star ranking and sits on a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. With...
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Jul 14, 20226 min read
The Santuario della Madonna del Carmine and the Chiesa del Gesù Nuovo- A History of Healers
By Ava DiPaolo, Andrea Hummel, and Evangelia Gavrilos Brimming on the bustling town center of Sorrento, the Santuario della Madonna del...
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Jul 14, 20222 min read
Marina Grande
The Church of Sant'Anna Located in the heart of the Marina Grande, the Church of Sant'Anna is one of the most cherished in Sorrento....
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Jul 14, 20222 min read
Came-WOAH!
By: Anna Long, Melina Hayward, Carlee Hontz A cameo is a hard or precious gemstone carved in relief so that images and figures project...
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Jul 13, 20224 min read
The Sacred Statues of Saint Antonino
The crucial information you need to know about the guardian statues of Saint Antonino around the city of the Sorrento. By Julia Doyle and...
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Jul 12, 20224 min read
An Explosive Adventure
By: Stephanie and Corinne Hike to Mount Vesuvius Mount Vesuvius is an immensely powerful volcano that is off the bay of Naples. This...
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May 23, 20223 min read
Wooden Wonders
By: Anna Long, Melina Hayward, Carlee Hontz Museo Bottega della Tarsia Lignea Italian intarsia, or inlaid mosaic of wood, was created in...
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