SICILY, AEOLIAN ISLANDS AND THE TEMPLE VALLEY

Sicily is an island rich in history and tradition, dotted with many other small islands. Walking through Palermo and Catania you will discover the true Italian hospitality, you will see centuries-old art and culture, from the remains of Phoenician origin, to the magnificent Norman palaces up to the Bourbon domination of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies.

You will find characteristic markets where under a blue sky you can taste dried tomatoes, stuffed arancini, cannoli, perhaps accompanying them with a Passito or a glass of wine from the renowned local wine cellars. Do not miss the jet-set of Taormina and its outdoor trattorias, fresh fish and homemade pasta. 

In Sicily there is also the famous Temple Valley which along with its Greek remains constitutes one of the most beautiful existing open-air museums. It is the largest archaeological park in the world and since 1997 the whole area has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Over the years the Aeolian islands have become an important tourist destination thanks to the deep blue sea and untouched nature, they are chosen by travelers for the aperitivo and party life of Panarea, for walks on the volcanoes of Stromboli and Vulcano and for the wild beauty of Filicudi.

Volcanic, arid but deeply romantic with its dark land and green vineyards that descend to the sea, Pantelleria is famous for its parties in exclusive secluded villas surrounded by nature.