From Fjords to Fiats

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Around Tropea

Tropea, Calabria: Italy's Most Beautiful Village – It's Official!

Only a 1 night stay to see what the fuss is about Tropea- extremely busy but a huge supply of bars, restaurants & cafes. We happened to be within metres of Little Italy, a top rated restaurant and we certainly enjoyed our first Italian pizzas of this trip. Rest of the time was general walking above the seafront and joining the throngs for a sunset photos session. W e enjoyed the stay but we don't need to return.

Special haircut facility-beer on tap

Honouring local soldiers

Church of Saint Michael

Pasguale Galluppi prominent philosopher born in Tropea

Near the old city gate

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More of Tropea

Some 'red gold" onions

Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Isola

Joining the masses for sunset

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Tropea to Scilla

After our Tropea arrival we were dreading the next train ride but we ended up with plenty of space for bags, some free seats around us & some excellent scenery on the Violet Coast. Still more petrol cars around here but more electric than last time in Italy.

B & B Sunshine Scilla

B&B Sunshine, Scilla (updated prices 2027)

A great location and we were treated very generously here. Picked up off the train and also plenty of water supplied and ingredients for breakfasts in the fridge. Plenty of stairs (they helped carry bags up) but this obviously helped enhance the views. Good working appliances, plenty of tourist info & tips, a private rooftop, comfortable bed and good wi-fi. In our experience & going by past reviews, the host was actively around the apartment (but unobtrusive so he obviously knew of any shortcomings or problems & remedied it. We are low maintenance/low touch tennants but this stay was the standout for care provided by the host.
It was a 10 min walk back to the train station when we left-noting that there seems to be no lift at the station & a heap of steps to get to the platforms. For people that have mobility challenges, Scilla has quite a few areas that would not be suitable/would be inaccessible.

A bit of funky lighting but it blended in with the overall renovation