My 5 W's
Who
I would go on this trip with one other person. Whether it be a friend of significant other, I love experiencing things with other people and think they push me to do things I would not otherwise pursue. Since this is a dream trip of mine, I also think it is important to travel with a like-minded individual so that the trip is everything that we both want it to be. A close friend of mine has been saving for a similar trip, so hopefully our timings aline and we can take it together. I will plan this trip to parallel with my dream, but am open to changes that my travel partner will want to make.
Where + What + Why
The 7 day stay (including flights and travel) will allow me to visit my dream destination for the longest length of time during the trip: Positano, Italy
Positano is a small, picturesque town along the famous Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy. Not only is it known for its natural beauty as the town itself is embedded in the hill and weaves down towards the waters, but it is also 19 km from the location where my grandfather grew up before moving to the U.S in his early adulthood, and where he spent a lot of time. He has always spoken so kindly of the place he grew up, which is why this destination has always held importance to me. Positano today is now well known tourist attraction with many things to see, do, and of course eat! I have always found a sense of calm when surrounded by historical agriculture and water, and Positano will bring both! These are the reasons why it has always been in my mind the perfect destination, as it is a way to both connect with family and explore which would teach me a lot about myself.
My grandfather was actually born in Praiano, which as mentioned is a quick 19km down the Almafi Coast. Though less popular for travel, I have heard it is equally as beautiful in landscape and wonderful in cuisine, and my day trip here will be especially important to because of my family ties.
Because of all of this, my trip will include 3 types of attraction: Cultural, Natural, and Entertainment Oriented. I want to experience Positano's natural beauty personally, and I will do this by exploring the live streets of Praiano and Positano, the coast it sits on, and overall the general nature of Italy. If it lives up to the hype my grandfather and others that have taken this trip have spoken of, I will not have to go far when looking for entertainment. Between eating, exploring, and night life, there will never be a dull moment.
Positano is a small, picturesque town along the famous Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy. Not only is it known for its natural beauty as the town itself is embedded in the hill and weaves down towards the waters, but it is also 19 km from the location where my grandfather grew up before moving to the U.S in his early adulthood, and where he spent a lot of time. He has always spoken so kindly of the place he grew up, which is why this destination has always held importance to me. Positano today is now well known tourist attraction with many things to see, do, and of course eat! I have always found a sense of calm when surrounded by historical agriculture and water, and Positano will bring both! These are the reasons why it has always been in my mind the perfect destination, as it is a way to both connect with family and explore which would teach me a lot about myself.
My grandfather was actually born in Praiano, which as mentioned is a quick 19km down the Almafi Coast. Though less popular for travel, I have heard it is equally as beautiful in landscape and wonderful in cuisine, and my day trip here will be especially important to because of my family ties.
Because of all of this, my trip will include 3 types of attraction: Cultural, Natural, and Entertainment Oriented. I want to experience Positano's natural beauty personally, and I will do this by exploring the live streets of Praiano and Positano, the coast it sits on, and overall the general nature of Italy. If it lives up to the hype my grandfather and others that have taken this trip have spoken of, I will not have to go far when looking for entertainment. Between eating, exploring, and night life, there will never be a dull moment.
When
This trip is feasible when I am out of university and can afford to shift my income from tuition to trips. I have always planned to devote a year following graduation to travel, as I foresee many years of post-graduate education ahead of me and do not know when I will have another opportunity to take a such a trip. While I plan to explore much of Europe over a 1 month period, which I'm sure will also be amazing as I have always been floored by the culture of Europe and have even considered a career path that will allow me to move there, I have focused my trip planning to Positano only as it is the destination that holds the most value to me.