{"id":8962,"date":"2019-07-16T12:23:42","date_gmt":"2019-07-16T11:23:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thawards.com\/?p=8962"},"modified":"2019-11-18T15:57:36","modified_gmt":"2019-11-18T15:57:36","slug":"italy-riviera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thawards.com\/italy-riviera\/","title":{"rendered":"Italy Riviera"},"content":{"rendered":"
Italy – looking past the famous Riviera<\/span><\/p>\n Give the more popular Riviera destinations such as Cinque Terre, a well-earned break by visiting some of the lesser known towns and villages, such as Rapallo, Chiavari, Zoagli, Sestri Levante and Lavagna<\/span><\/p>\n If glamour and sophistication is on the list, Portofino offers bucket loads plus more. \u00a0A traditional fishing village retaining its popularity as one of the more famous Italian Riviera villages due to its idyllic natural harbour boasting luxury yachts alongside humble fishing boats.<\/span><\/p>\n Famous since the 1950s as a destination for the rich and famous, it still the place to be if you enjoy a bit of celebrity spotting. \u00a0Look beyond the plush boats and Ferraris however and you will discover more to Portofino. It stands out in particular due to the untouched natural beauty of its harbour, the lush green hills and parks and the picturesque village with colourful townhouses. \u00a0Take full advantage of the beauty by climbing the gentle but long steps to Castello Brown to feast on the amazing views.<\/span><\/p>\n