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21/09/2024

"Let man talk, describe and paint as he may—to be here is more than all. The shore, the creeks, and the bay, Vesuvius, the city, the suburbs, the castles, the atmosphere [...]
I can pardon all who lose their senses in Naples..."
J.W. Goethe (Napoli, Feb. 27, 1787 - Viaggio in Italia)

Enjoy this gorgeous view from the city waterfront. It almost look like a painting 💙
Join our tours and discover the beauty of our city!

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15/09/2024

The beauty of Naples cannot be explained in words...You have to experience it in person.

With all your senses to fully discover that riot of colours, flavours, smells and contrasts which over the centuries have inexplicably found a unique and unrepeatable balance.

A decadent beauty that is not for everyone. But when you finally let yourself be overwhelmed by it, this city can leave you speechless and with your heart full of emotions.

See Naples and then die a famous quote says. It would be better to say see Naples and finally come back to life 💙💙💙

Come and discover it with us!

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You won't regret it ❤️

29/08/2024

The quaint villages nestled in the mountains, the narrow streets, the boutiques, the limoncello, the handmade leather sandals, the fine restaurants for food & wine experiences. These are some of the reasons why thousands of people visit the Amalfi Coast every year 💙

But if you ask us locals what the ultimate reason for discovering this corner of paradise is, the answer can only be one...

THE BREATH- TAKING VIEW 🤩

Positano from afar 💙

No need to add anything else.

28/08/2024

Naples 28th August. 8.41 am.

Early morning vibes 💙
No crowds.
No chaos.

Just few locals and tourists walking around or having a coffee while the city is slowly waking up 💙

So beautiful 😍

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12/07/2024

How hot is it today? 😱🥵

Just look at one of the cats of Pompeii this afternoon to understand that we are literally "melting in the sun"! Poor kitty is trying to cool down in the shade...we can totally relate! 😱🌡🔥

The apparent temperature recorded today has been indeed 37° Celsius with over 60% of humidity! What a joy! 🤣🥵💀

So if you choose to visit archaeological areas in summer don't forget to:

- do it early morning or late afternoon to avoid heat waves 😉✌️
- bring with you sun lotion, sun glasses & hats to shield you from the sun ☀️🕶🧢👒
- forget soft drinks/ slushies/ gelato...the only way to reintroduce liquids in your body is by drinking liters and liters of water 🥵💧

Follow these suggestions and you may survive 😱🤣✌️😎

Let's officially welcome summer with its crazy temperatures! 🥵🔥💀

30/06/2024

After the emergencies in Capri and along the Amalfi Coast finally a bit of relax!!! What a spectacular view of Lake d'Averno 💙🤩

How many wonderful panoramas can our region offer??? And yet everyone wants to go to the same super crowded places 😢🤔😪

Sometimes you just need to look elsewhere and trust us locals to discover new hidden gems where you can fill up on history and beauty 🤩🤩🤩

Come and explore our land off the beaten path with us. You will not regret it 💪💙

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Happy Sunday everyone!

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22/06/2024

⚠️⚠️⚠️ Water emergency in Capri!!! The rupture of a pipeline on the Sorrento Peninsula serving the island has deprived some areas of any water supply ⚠️⚠️⚠️

With an urgent local ordinance issued this morning, the mayor of Capri has imposed - until further notice- an ABSOLUTE BAN on disembarking on the island with the exception of residents and workers providing essential services until the end of the emergency ⚠️💧

This urgent decision was made essential to avoid a health emergency. Without water it's impossible to guarantee essential services to the thousands of people who visit the island every day during the tourist season. For this reason ordering a halt to the arrival of tourists was the only possible choice 🤔🚷❌️

In the meantime, the administration has adopted all countermeasures and activated the crisis unit and is doing everything possible to limit the inconvenience to the population and activities of the island 🙏❤️

We Naps will keep you updated on the situation! Finger crossed the situation will improve soon for the inhabitants of Capri 💪❤️

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20/06/2024

Did you know that the sunlight shining through the stained glass windows of the churches at certain times of the day can create a unique rainbow effect and a surreal atmosphere ⁉️

In the pics the Church of San Domenico Maggiore in Naples in the early afternoon. Look at the colours...so beautiful! 🤩🤩🤩

The wonderful thing about our city is that there is always something new to discover and visit around the corner! Napoli is indeed much more than graffiti or street food 😢

Join our walking tour and discover some of the hidden gems of our city with our licenced tour guides! 😎✌️

Explore Naples like a local and unlock the authentic soul of this underrated city...you won't be disappointed ❤️

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08/06/2024

Look what happened in Pompeii today! 😱🤩

In the streets of the ancient city destroyed by the violent eruption of Vesuvius, 17 ancient Pompeians were spotted! Thanks to the collaboration with some historical re-enactment groups, the actors brought back to life the people who lived in Pompeii before the enormous tragedy destroyed the life of its inhabitants forever 😢

Stories of common lives in the shadow of Vesuvius - as described by the Pompeii - Parco Archeologico - have accompanied visitors to discover the jobs and daily activities of the inhabitants of Pompeii. We met them in the houses, in the shops where they lived, on the main streets but also in the most unknown parts of the city where traces of their passage remained ❤️

Here are few photos taken today by our staff at work in the excavations during the tours! 😉✌️

What do you think? Would it be nice to see these historical re-enactments more often to understand how the ancient Pompeians lived ⁉️

As you can see, some tourists really appreciated it and even took the opportunity to take some souvenir photos! 😎📸

04/06/2024

Enjoying the view of Mt Vesuvius today from the Villa Comunale of Sorrento with the art installation "Te voglio bene assaje" in the foreground 🤩🤩🤩

But do you know the meaning behind these few words? 🤔🤔🤔

It's a pretty common expression in Neapolitan language that can be translated to "I love you very much" and is often used to convey deep affection to loved ones. It's fascinating to learn about the significance of our language, isn't it? 😉😉😉

Moreover is also the title of a famous Neapolitan song dating back to 1839. The song has been reinterpreted by various artists, including Roberto Murolo and Mia Martini. You can listen to their beautiful version here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=b2rPOeom8jU

But most importantly, the words "Te voglio bene assaje" can also be found in another popular song called "Caruso" by Lucio Dalla, a renowned Italian singer and songwriter (you can see him in a "street art" version right at the entrance of the Villa Comunale). Lucio Dalla wrote this song while staying in Sorrento at the Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, in the suite where Enrico Caruso once resided hence the song's title! You can listen to it here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JqtSuL3H2xs

While listening to these songs take a moment to appreciate the beauty around you and let the music transport you to this enchanting place 💙

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Wanna learn more about the places you're visiting? A guided tour can unveil the history, anecdotes and stories making your experience authentic and informative at the same time! Write us at [email protected] and learn more about our guided tours in Campania! 😉😎✌️

02/06/2024

Today in Italy it's Republic Day which commemorates the 1946 referendum in which Italians chose the form of government for the country after the Second World War and the fall of Fascism 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

But today our post is off topic! 😁

If you have noticed we've disappeared from social media but for a reason... in the last 8 days we have accompanied a wonderful couple from the United States in an incredible adventure around Campania to discover the wonders and hidden gems of our land 🤩🤩🤩

8 unique tours all different and off the beaten path, designed together with our friend and travel agent Betsy Spivak of La Storia Travel to offer her clients authentic local experiences to show people what Naples and its surroundings can truly offer beyond standard tours! 💙😊

What can we say, we can't wait to share the itinerary and photos of these 100% tailor made experiences with you.

In the meantime here's a little preview...😉

Stay tuned and happy Sunday everyone!!!

14/05/2024

Naples today...what a picturesque view of the Fountain of Neptune, the Maschio Angioino, the Cruise terminal and a glimpse of Mt Vesuvius! 🤩🤩🤩

But did you know that this very giant fountain, adorned with the statue of the God of the sea, has had quite a journey through the city's history?

Initially built in the late 16th century by a viceroy, it has been relocated multiple times due to various reasons. From its original spot near the port to in front of the Royal Palace, then to the Santa Lucia district, and later near Via Medina. Following the Masaniello revolt, it found itself back near the port until it was eventually dismantled and stored in the Pizzofalcone caves. In the late 19th century, it graced Piazza della Borsa until its relocation in 2011 to Via Medina after a meticulous restoration!

We already lost count how many times it changed location! 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

Today, it stands proudly in Piazza Municipio, at the entrance to Palazzo San Giacomo - our town hall - facing the port of the city.

Will this be the final resting place of this moving fountain ⁉️

Let's hope so!!! 🤞😎

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13/05/2024

At times, our customers contact us seeking multiple experiences to make the most of their time in our stunning region! 😎☺️💪

That's why Pasquale & Federica spent 4 amazing days together with two lovely couples from New Jersey & Boston, guiding them through the wonders of Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Sorrento, and Naples. It was truly an immersive experience in beauty! 🤩🤩🤩

Our commitment is indeed to take care of you and your dear ones with our private custom tours! Simply share with us your preferences, and we'll handle the rest, ensuring you can relax and enjoy your trip while our team manages everything from crafting the itinerary to leading the tour 😎✌️

After all, what kind of holiday is it if you're stressed about organizing every detail ⁉️

What are you waiting for?

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Like the Brits say "the proof of the pudding is in the eating" so join us and see it with your own eyes 🤩💙

05/05/2024

Visiting Pompeii or Herculaneum during a transfer from Naples to Sorrento is probably one of the most frequent requests we receive! Many clients indeed prefer this option to make the best of their time...After all Pompeii and Herculaneum are on the way to Sorrento so it's perfect! 🤩🤩🤩

And it's precisely the type of tour that Fabio & Federica did yesterday with a lovely family from Us!

But how does it work? Well it's super simple! 😎✌️

We'll pick you up at the Naples train station or airport, then we'll accompany you to Pompeii for a private tour of the ruins with a licensed tour guide while the driver keeps your luggage safe in the car, then we will head towards your hotel/airbnb in Sorrento 😊

Alternatively it's also possible to combine the stop in Pompeii with a wine tasting & light lunch in a nice winery located on the slopes of Vesuvius before heading to Sorrento 🤩🏛⛰️🍷

In short, you relax and we'll take care of the rest! Sounds good right?

Word of the Mind the Nap team! 😎🤞

*** This experience is available also with drop off along the Amalfi Coast or anywhere along the Sorrento Coast ***

02/05/2024

It's raining again. A lot ☔️💧

We were sure spring was here and then in the twinkling of an eye it's gone! 👋🤔😵‍💫

Unfortunately there is nothing we can do about this crazy weather. We can choose to be optimistic and enjoy life/holiday nevertheless or we can be pessimistic and complain about it all the time 😔😔😔

Our favourite approach? To look at the bright side of the story...with this cold weather gelato is not melting 😎✌️🤤

01/05/2024

Today in Italy we celebrate Labor Day! And Vincenzo and I - the co-founders of this incredible project that is Mind the Nap - cannot help but thank every single person who has been sharing this journey with us since that distant February 2020 when we decided to embark on this crazy adventure! 🤪

Our gratitude always goes to our clients for choosing us among so many providers of tours/experiences in our region 🙏❤️

But our biggest thanks go to our incredible team. For believing in our crazy idea and continuing supporting us after all this time. Their professionalism, dedication, passion and work ethics are truly commendable. And we know that without you Mind the Nap wouldn't be the same ❤️

So thank you! 🙏❤️

And may the road ahead of us be long and sunny! 😎💪

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26/04/2024

Is our guide Federica wearing a wool scarf on the 26th of April⁉️ Absolutely! 😵‍💫😖

Today the weather was so cold early in the morning that we almost went back to our winter clothes! It rained too...just look at the picture of Piazza Tasso in . She took the photo only when the rain stopped but honestly it was so chill and humid 😱🥶

Good news is the weather will get better in the next few days with warmer temperatures but this April has been quite crazy! 😵‍💫

Are we going to miss this when the summer heat arrive? Probably but for now few days of rains are enough ❌️❌️❌️

25/04/2024

Happy Liberation Day everyone!

Today 25th of April for all Italians is a very important day in our history in which we celebrate the liberation of Italy from Nazi-fascist occupation and partisan resistance to Nazi-fascism. It's also a day when the inviolable values of democracy and freedom are reaffirmed ❤️

Among the symbols of partisan resistance there is the poppy flower, fragile but also strong which blooms spontaneously in the fields or in hostile environments. With its color also recalls the red of the spilled blood during the war and the ideals in which many dead partisans believed in 🙏❤️‍🩹

We have been working today but we couldn't help but take a moment to remember and celebrate this day from "our offices" scattered around Campania and beyond.

Happy Liberation Day to everyone... may freedom never be taken for granted in our lives ❤🇮🇹

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Wanna experience the Sorrento Coast with a private tour and visit this beautiful area at your own pace? We Mind the Nap can help you! We offer tailor made tours to Sorrento from Naples and as a shore excursion. Feel free to get a quote at [email protected]! Explore like a local. With us locals. You won't regret it! Words of Naps 😎✌️ #mindthenap #privatetour #Sorrento #sorrentocoast

After the emergencies in Capri and along the Amalfi Coast finally a bit of relax!!! What a spectacular view of Lake d'Averno 💙🤩 How many wonderful panoramas can our region offer??? And yet everyone wants to go to the same super crowded places 😢🤔😪 Sometimes you just need to look elsewhere and trust us locals to discover new hidden gems where you can fill up on history and beauty 🤩🤩🤩 Come and explore our land off the beaten path with us. You will not regret it 💪💙 👉 [email protected] 👉 +393931107593 Happy Sunday everyone! #mindthenap #campiflegrei #lagodaverno❤️ #volcaniclandscape #volcaniclake #privatetours #offethebeatenpath

We are BACK! 🔥🔥🔥 We're older and a bit tired compared to our first video but it was time to let it go 🥲 So here we are in a beautiful setting of Campania region sharing some updated with your and getting ready for next season...2024 here we come 💪💙 Thank you so much for your support during these years and for following us from all over the world no matter what! 🌍🗺🙏 From Vincenzo & Federica and from all our team members GRAZIE DI CUORE 😎💙 #mindthenap #tailormadetour #customexperiences #naplesitaly #Pompei #Sorrento #amalficoast #Capri #Ercolano #mtvesuvius #campiflegrei #casertaitaly #paestumtempli #offthebeatenpath #LocalExperience #privatexperiences

Is the Amalfi Coast really crowded this summer ⁉️☀️ Check it out for yourself while we take you on a stroll along the narrow streets of Positano 🍋 This video has been filmed by one of our guides yesterday morning at 10.30 am!!! Sorry for the video speed but the whole walking takes more than 10 minutes and we didn't want to bore you 😅 We suggest you to watch till the end then just let us know what you think in the comments 😉😎 Do you find it crowded or not ⁉️ #mindthenap #positano #takeastroll #summerseason #summer2023

Few historical figures have aroused as much admiration as Alexander the Great. This incredible and young Macedonian ruler in just under 15 years - from 334 to 323 BC - managed with his army to conquer the vast Persian empire and reach as far as India! 😱🗺 A legendary hero who inspired many generations and profoundly changed the Eastern Mediterranean world. "A king, a man and a philosopher who in the East sought the reasons and the boundaries of the world and of life" This is just a small preview of what awaits you at the exhibition dedicated to the extraordinary figure of Alexander the Great inaugurated this afternoon in the Museo Archeologico di Napoli! We really can't wait to show you during our tours this incredible journey in the life and conquests of this great hero! 👇👇👇 You can combine the visit to the Archaeological Museum of Naples with our Pompei/Herculaneum private tour or with our Food & History Experience of Naples! What are you waiting for? 👉 [email protected] 👉 +39 3931107593 #mindthenap #privateexperience #localtourguide #archaeology #visititaly🇮🇹 #museums #mondayvibes #exibithion #joinus

We are back! 😎✌️👋 If you are wondering what happened to us Naps since the last post here's a video message for you! We're definitely alive but super busy 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫 #mindthenap #videomessage #tourism #highseason

Happy Mardi Gras everybody! 🎉🎭 Let's talk about...Carnival! Not just the one we know today. But the unique festivity with very ancient origins that has evolved over the centuries until the present day! You should know indeed that already in the ancient times during pagan religious festivals - such as Bacchanalia and Saturnalia - our ancestors used to paint their faces during celebrations or wear masks, as a propitiatory rite or to ward off evil spirits. Subsequently, with the advent of Christianity, this belief was immediately mitigated, but the tradition of dressing up during particular festivals was been preserved 😉 But Carnival itself has begun to take on the characteristics of an independent celebration starting from the XIV century, when the nobles of the city began to organize masked balls, shows and tournaments before Lent and Easter (particularly famous where the carnival celebrations during the Bourbon period in the XVIII & XIX centuries). But while the rich people celebrated in the comfort of their houses and palaces, the desire to celebrate and the enthusiasm contaminated the ordinary people too, the so-called plebeians: wearing masks and caught up in an inexplicable frenzy they invaded the streets "armed" with musical instruments to celebrate in a mix of colors and sounds to forget any problem or concern 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫 And this, if you think about it, is exactly the spirit of Carnival today in Naples: not wearing fancy dresses like the nobles but giving in to the euphoria and letting yourself be carried away by the joyful atmosphere that is in the air. Having for one day the chance to put your worries aside, hide behind a mask and pretend to be someone else, whoever you want. And celebrate, laugh, joke, with those who experience the same burdens as you. So here's a little taste of our Carnival. Perhaps less glittering and luxurious than that of other Italian cities. Because it is a Carnival of the common people. Full of

Another rainy day in Naples ☔️☔️☔️ Buongiorno everyone from our city's waterfront. So different from summertime right?! 🤣🤣🤣 And it's super windy too today 🌬🌬🌬 #naples #rainyday #waterfront #sunday

Sorrento today 😎😊✌️ #livestreaming #sorrentoitaly #today

After a terrible rainy day the sun is shining again 😌💙 Live from the bridge of the Egg Castle along our city waterfront. Such a lovely weather and a fantastic panorama! Come and join us! September & October are the best months to explore Naples and its surroundings ✌️😎 #mindthenap #sunnyday #september2022

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Mind the NAP

We NAPs are a group of friends and professionals who choose to join forces to show the authenticity and traditions of Naples and its surroundings. We truly believe there are a million ways to experience a country but only passionate, knowledgeable locals can unlock its true magic!

If you truly want to discover our culture heritage, learn all the secret of the Italian cuisine, grab a drink at a hidden bar, tour with a food expert, enjoy the quiet of the city at sunset, sneak off the alleys with a local photographer, or bike your way through our bustling city We can help you!

Because the truth is only one: everyone is different, just like every experience should be! This is why we want to pamper you with hand-crafted experiences with an authentic local flavor to help you discover our land through the eyes and stories of its unique inhabitants!

What are you waiting for? Don’t settle for traditional tours! Do it better!