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Welcome to our magazine page where you will find a wealth of inspiring, interesting and useful information about our destinations and ways you can experience the best of what is on offer. Written by a fantastic team of writers and journalists, the articles here will help you to find out more about what piques your interest in our destinations. So enjoy the read and keep watching this page as we add more articles and top

Massimo Villas Selected as a Homes & Villas by Marriott

Massimo Villas Selected as a Homes & Villas by Marriott International Property Management Partner We are honoured to be selected as a Homes & Villas by Marriott International property management company with a collection of our luxury properties across Italy featured on homesandvillasbymarriott.com! Homes & Villas by Marriott International is an expertly curated premium and […]

Famous Authors

If you’re looking for literary inspiration, then look no further than Sicily. This picturesque Italian region has welcomed great authors who’ve been inspired by it in the past, and who can blame them? Sicily is an island that offers stunning views of the crystal blue Mediterranean Sea, breathtaking sceneries of Mount Etna, and well-preserved historical […]

Villa Rita

A stunning modern villa with a pool, garden and magnificent sea views from its hillside setting A stunning, modern villa with a pool, garden and magnificent sea views from its hillside setting. Ideal for families, couples and friends. The majestic, green mountains of the Madonie National Park form a magnificent backdrop to Sicily’s northern coast’s […]

The Volcanic Aeolian Islands

The Aeolian Islands for a Sicilian-based holiday The idea that you could visit an island with an active volcano is reason enough for some to pick the Aeolian Islands for a Sicilian-based holiday. I believe the more you discover about these islands, the more you will wish to know. Let…

Walking on Mount Etna

Walk or hike around Mount Etna I know – it sounds bizarre to even consider walking on what is one of Europe’s liveliest volcanoes. However, you should bear with me, since there are many people who safely walk or hike around Mount Etna on a regular basis. Perhaps you too…

What Does Taormina Have to Offer?

Visit Taormina If your chosen travel in Sicily eastern coastline of Sicily, Taormina should be added to your list of places to visit. It is a charming town, small in size but big on character. It was discovered by tourists back in the 1800s, and they’ve never really let go…

Palermo street food

Palermo capital of Sicily street food Did you know that Palermo, the much-loved capital of Sicily, is recognised as the European Capital of Street Food? To garner such an honour is very difficult indeed, and yet if you visit Palermo to test the theory that it is worthy of this…

Explore Sicily

Explore Sicily our Tips for your Holidays Whenever you head on holiday somewhere for the first time, you never quite know what to expect when you arrive. Will you enjoy it? What will you discover? Will you stick to the beaches and the typical tourist activities or will you strike…

Wine Tour in Sicily

Wine Tour in Sicily Sicily is known and famed for its wine, and rightly so. You may have heard of Marsala wine for example. It comes from the western side of the island. But while it is arguably the most famous wine Sicily has produced, it is but a small…

Visit Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples

What Awaits You in the Valley of the Temples The Valley of the Temples, a name that brings with it drama, intrigue and a sense of the past. And indeed, this is exactly what you get when you visit this charming and beautiful place. This ancient archaeological site can be…

Top 5 Outdoor Activities to do in Sicily

Top 5 Outdoor activities to do in Sicily Top 5 Outdoor activities to do in Sicily with a favourable climate and a wide variety of landscapes, visitors can do just about any outdoor activity. Walking on Mount Etna There are many options for walking on Etna, both escorted and self-guided. There’s a…

Top 5 Regional parks and reserves in Sicily

Etna, Madonie, Vendicari, Zingaro, Nebrodi National Parks don’t exist in Sicily, but the island blessed with many beautiful protected natural landscapes known as regional parks and nature reserves. Indeed Sicily has nearly 80 local nature reserves, even one protected wetland, offering nature lovers a very different experience. Parco dell’Etna Mount…

Holy week in Sicily

Holy Week in Sicily consider heading out to Sicily for a fascinating time In modern times many of us look forward to the opportunity to take some time for ourselves during Easter. However, if you want to do something a little different this year during Holy Week, consider heading out…