Beach On Fire

Nothing planned today but to hit the water.  We started at La Praia beach, the closest to us and really the only public beach hidden in a cove that also serves as the Praiano harbor.  The big boats don't stop there but water taxis come and go and small excursions to Capri.  It gets and looses sun early - we stayed until about 1 and took a mid day break at our apartment for lunch.
 
After 3pm we walked into town and below to the One Fire beach, I call it the beach on fire or Orange Umbrella Beach.  It is a happenin' place - much different from the tranquil Praia.  It is hard to find a free spot to spread a towel and it would be on concrete so we splurge for the cabana chairs and umbrellas. In the afternoon the prices are half. Two large speakers are playing music and the bar is dishing out drinks.  The sun sets behind Positano in the distance and we got 2 front row chairs and the girls sat a row back.  The only way into the rough water is by metal stairs or jumping.  I joined Helen for a couple jumps off of the higher rock.  It is not a calm swim but refreshing and there is a shower to rinse as well as changing rooms.... very civilized.  

The Italians take their beaches seriously.  Anyplace along the coast with access is developed and there is always a bar or restaurant and chairs for rent.  Even without a beach, this place was hoppin'.  They have to receive supplies by boat - the only other access is by stairs, a lot of them.