Yeah, Pompeii/Naples/Sorrento/Positano/Amalfi are definitely it's own trip. That can be two weeks vacation right there.
Don't give money to the beggars though wherever you are, especially the hooded old ladies (usually gypsies) who are keeled over and look like they're about to croak. You may feel sorry them, but they have point people watching nearby and will observe where your wallet/money is. You are then more likely to get pickpocketed because they know where to grab.
Rome was generally safe and I didn't worry too much, but I do recommend a money belt worn under your clothes (and preferably close to your crotch). It may look/feel stupid but you'll know it works when nothing happens to you and you have a pleasant vacation.
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