Amalfi Coast Crowding Goes Viral as Tour Boom Clashes With Narrow Streets

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Viral videos show shoulder-to-shoulder crowds along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, especially in Positano, as social media, cruise traffic and day-trippers push capacity. Locals and experts blame the region’s narrow streets and limited space, calling for smarter travel planning. Recommendations include visiting earlier or later in the day, booking in advance, staying in quieter towns, using boats, and considering alternatives like the Aeolian Islands to avoid the crowds.
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