Since I just returned from personally experiencing the Amalfi Coast, I want to make one thing perfectly clear before diving into my adventures: it is absolutely worth the hype. The region is often compared to Italy’s Cinque Terre, and for good reason—both boast dramatic cliff-side villages, crystal-clear water, fresh seafood, beautiful beaches, and lush, citrus-filled trees. However, the two destinations differ significantly when it comes to getting around.