Capri in Italy

Capri is the kind of island paradise that makes you think it was magically created…that is how impossibly beautiful it is! It’s hard to believe how blue the sea is, how rugged the cliffs that overlook it are, and how avant-garde its homegrown fashion industry is. A favorite haunt of the uber-rich, this gorgeous spot on the Bay of Naples, off the Sorrento Peninsula, is definitely worth a visit: as much for its stunning natural landscapes as for its villas and winding lanes. Travelers and divers from around the world are drawn to the famed Blue Grotto or Grotta Azzurra, an unusual underwater cave system illuminated by sunlight. The result: an unearthly blend of light and shade that you have to be in to believe. Whether you’re climbing up the rugged Monte Solaro, strolling by the decadent villas, shopping for ‘capris’ and handcrafted sandals or sailing along the coast, it’s not a place you’re ever likely to forget.