We went a year and a half ago, it was a fabulous trip, and went with a tour of all adults. We started out in Sorrento, it was a nice town, but busy. With a nice, center square with restaurants and shops. We had a free day, so we took a taxi to Positano, loved it! And it was the first introduction to beautiful Amalfi Coast. Spent the day there, and took the boat back to Sorrento. So I think Sorrento would be a nice choice to stay and explore the Coast from there. My biggest tip is if you're on a bus or van looking down and starting from Sorrento, sit on the RIGHT hand side. Thats where the amazing view is. And it sure is truly amazing. Very winding! But it didn't bother me, we were high up in a bus. Southern Italy is where you'll get the best cannolis, oh have one or two, they are so good. And I brought home two big bags of the lemon hard candies you'll see everywhere. They have a burst of lemon in the middle. I wish I bought more. Have fun planning!