Capri climbs its way out of the Tyrrhenian Sea at the edge of the Gulf of Naples, inhabited more than 2,700 years ago by Greeks attracted by its unforgettable beauty. It immediately became a place for vacation, not occupation, as its mild climate and abundance of thermal waters were touted as cures for many ills. Capri, member of the gifted region of Campania, has been known as a world-class resort and spa, visited by the rich, noble and famous, for centuries.

The island is home to the city of Capri and the smaller town of Anacapri. Suitable to the tastes of Roman emperors, several made their homes on the island. The remains of one of Tiberius' 12 palaces, the Villa Jovis, are viewable just east of Capri. Another stately home, the Villa San Michele, was built by Capri's most memorable recent resident, Swedish writer, doctor and conservationist Axel Munthe. The top of Monte Solaro provides an infinite vista, and the magical Blue Grotto enchants visitors with its unearthly glow. Bikini-clad beach bums soak up the sun at several sandy oases, including the Bagni Internazionali and Bagni Tiberio.