Where to stay in Lake Garda – 9 BEST TOWNS & HOTELS Too hard to decide where to stay in Lake Garda? No wonder, this is the largest lake in Italy, much bigger than Lake Como or Lago Maggiore. I have been travelling to the Italian lakes since I was born, sometimes for the weekend, … Read more
10 key differences: Is TAORMINA or SYRACUSE better in Sicily? Let’s compare the two destinations on 10 points including beach, nightlife and budget to understand if it’s better to visit Taormina or Syracuse in Sicily Access to Syracuse and Taormina The easiest and most cost-effective way to visit both cities from overseas is by flying … Read more
15 key differences: Is TAORMINA or CEFALU better in Sicily? Let’s compare these two destinations on 15 points including beach, nightlife and budget to understand if it’s better to visit Taormina or Cefalu in Sicily I love both but they are so different in what they offer and in the budget you need to plan. … Read more
Where to stay in Syracuse & Ortigia – Top areas and best hotels Let me be straightforward: the best place to stay in Syracuse is the island of Ortigia, however, there are other 4 areas that may work better for you if travelling on a budget, with family or if you prefer more of a … Read more
Best 6 Baroque Towns of Sicily and 3 Hidden Gems It’s always hard to make a short list of beautiful places, even more so for the lovely Baroque towns in Sicily, some of which are so well preserved that you may think you are walking in an open-air museum. I finally made a choice, trying … Read more
20 Most surprising and beautiful cities and towns in Sicily to visit I started this article with a list of 10 which I quickly increased to 15 and finally set for 20 towns in Sicily to visit. It has been a hard selection and I am sure I left out a few unique places. They … Read more
7 best places for a romantic honeymoon in Sicily – towns and boutique hotels So, you are thinking of having a honeymoon in Sicily. What a great idea! There are so many beautiful destinations on the island. You may be already familiar with Taormina, but that’s just the icing on the cake. In this guide, … Read more
Is Sicily safe to visit? Is Mafia a safety concern? Read this before you travel I love travelling to this island but is Sicily safe to visit in 2024? How is the crime rate? Is the Mafia going to be a problem? What places should I avoid and is there any dangerous animal I must … Read more
Taste of Sicily: 10 Exceptional Sicilian Cheeses I am so in love with Sicily, and the Sicilian cheeses are one of the reasons. Besides the famous Ricotta, Pecorino and Ragusano, there are other 7 gems you should discover. This picturesque island, is a crossroad of cultures and flavours, with an impressive cheese-making heritage that well … Read more
15 Best markets in Sicily: Palermo, Catania and other epic markets A visit to the Sicilian markets is one of the main reasons to visit this beautiful island. That’s not only for the fresh produce and the unique local vibe but also for the amazing street food, the best you can find in Italy. In … Read more