Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in Sorrento, the jewel of Italy’s Sorrento Coast, is celebrating its 190th Anniversary this year.
Five million visitors flock to the coast each year
Founded by the Fiorentino family in 1834, Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is readying itself to celebrate its 190th anniversary, with the family's sixth generation running the hotel today. The Sorrento Coast has been attracting the rich and famous since the 18th century when it became a popular stop on the Grand Tour. Since then, the area’s popularity has grown, and it now sees an average of five million visitors each year.
Guests should not miss a visit to ancient Pompeii
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria sits on a perch high above the Mediterranean, with views that extend from the island of Procida across the Gulf to Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Set in five acres of olive, lemon and orange groves, the hotel was built on the ancient foundations of a villa designed for Emperor Augustus. For those looking to add a bit of culture to their Sorrento adventure, this icon is perfectly positioned to explore the ruined city of Pompeii, which was buried under volcanic ash following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79CE.
New Frecciarossa trains from Rome to Pompeii
The new direct high speed Frecciarossa train link departs from Rome and arrives in Pompeii every third Sunday of the month, along with a return train for those taking a day trip. From Pompeii, Sorrento is reachable in just 50 minutes via car. This easy new link is yet another reason to make Sorrento an obvious choice for those looking to explore one of Italy’s most hauntingly beautiful coastlines.
