A stay in Peschici in Pier Paolo’s La Ripa apartment was the last stop on our 3 week journey through Italy’s Mezzogiorno. The apartment is serene and comfortable, perfectly located in the centro storico, with a spectacular rooftop view of the Adriatic and the shoreline. As we were there in the second week of October, the summer tourist scene had ended, and the town was quiet and tranquil. Pier Paolo’s mother met promptly as scheduled, and kindly pointed out the small market in the center of town. This served us well when we spent the one rainy day cooking in the apartment’s kitchen and relaxing. The apartment is cozy, with a tasteful, efficient simplicity. Beachgoers will appreciate the clothes washing machine. The wifi was flawless, as fast as any we experienced throughout Southern Italy. Pier Paolo was consistently prompt in helpful in all communications. La Ripa is wonderful. Most highly recommended.