• I've visited Italy five times, but I've never been to the Amalfi Coast. • Instead, I love visiting other seaside destinations, like Cinque Terre and Puglia. • I also enjoy spending time on the Cilento Coast, a hidden gem with clear water and great food.

With breathtaking cliffs towering above the Tyrrhenian Sea, terraced gardens, and pastel-colored villages, it's easy to see why the Amalfi Coast is at the top of many travelers' bucket lists.

Despite its charm, though, I've never visited because the area can be expensive to visit and become crowded with the over 5 million tourists who visit each year.

Instead, I've worked my way through the country's other extensive coastal regions, and there is no shortage of breathtaking scenery to explore.

From Puglia's beautiful beaches to Cal

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