"What sets this isolated rock apart from the competition? It's a question of substance and that ghastly overused word, "authenticity." Capri will always be the pretty one - the view from the Via Krupp and the Faraglioni as seen from La Fontalina are starlet gold - and the island of Procida took recent fame as Europe's 2022 culture capital. Still,"
"Ischia wins hands down when it comes to a rugged, fuss-free throwback. Here, the best hotels - some of the best hotels in Italy - are juxtaposed with scenes of Italian nonnas hanging out laundry, religious street parades and zooming Vespas. It's wondrously idyllic. Unlike the other Neopolitan islands, you don't have to dig deep to find a dose of the real Italy."
Ischia remained overlooked for years because of nearby glamorous Capri and recent attention to Procida. Growing interest in anti-trend destinations has increased Ischia's visibility. The island offers rugged, fuss-free authenticity rather than Capri's polished prettiness. Views from Capri—Via Krupp and the Faraglioni—remain iconic, while Procida gained fame as Europe's 2022 culture capital. Ischia combines high-quality hotels with everyday Italian life: nonnas hanging laundry, religious street parades and Vespas. The island provides ready access to a genuine Italian atmosphere without extensive searching. Ischia now enjoys increased attention and is recognized for excellent hotels and authentic character.
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