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Italy's Ligurian Coast

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undedd Joined: Jun 02 Points: 4893 Posts: 21 Posted: 2002-08-21 09:58:00    Hello again, Following on from the Corsica question (refer to this forum), I'm also planning a visit to the Ligurian Coast. I'd like to spend some time off season in the Cinque Terre, but am also interested in a little-known region south of La Spezia called the POET'S COAST. It includes the towns/villages of Lerici and Tellaro and there is very little information around about it. So, has anyone been? What's it like? Any recommendations? Ciao and grazie... --- Dave Underwood Freelance Travel Writer & Photojournalist Reply    Reply with quote    Contact undedd   murrayskinner Premium account Joined: Oct 03 Points: 4551 Posts: 8 Posted: 2003-10-12 03:43:00    You will love the Cinque Terre. We stayed at a nice hotel 200 yards from the Beach in Monterroso. It is called Hotel Palme.....But I would suggest trying to stay in Venazza - it was iur favorite of the 5 villages. Try the restaurant caled the Gambero Rosso, Make sure you visit the Blue Marlin pub when there .....super staff and lot's of fun. Take a day trip on the train to Portofino - very nice but what a money pit! Murray Skinner --- One World - Sleep When You Die! Reply    Reply with quote    Contact murrayskinner   whereisliz Joined: Oct 03 Points: 8654 Posts: 164 Posted: 2003-10-21 19:35:00    I have also been to the Cinque Terre, and agree it's not to be missed (see http://www.whereisliz.com/italy/chap060.html for details about my first trip there). But this spring I discovered Finale Ligure as another delightful spot... you can even stay in a 13th century brick castle that's been turned into a hostel. The beach is heavenly, the town is small, fun, picturesque. The passeggiata scene in the evenings along the promenade is colorful and lively. --- travel inspiration & information at whereisliz.com Reply    Reply with quote    Contact whereisliz