The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
Taormina is one of the most attractive and sought after towns in Sicily. Perched up on a high promontory overlooking the Ionian Sea, the city enjoys a spectacular location and a dramatic coastline. Unlike Siracusa which is a historic town, Taormina is more of a resort town, with beautiful beaches and quite a few fun …
16 Fantastic Things to See and Do in Taormina, SicilyRead More
If you are ever in Sicily, don’t skip Palermo. Despite the many negatives you might have heard about it, the Sicilian capital is an exhilarating city that needs to be experienced to be understood. Sure, it may seem a little rough around the edges, but there are so many of fun things to do in …
12 Unmissable Things to Do in Palermo, Sicily’s Eclectic CapitalRead More
If this is your first time in Sicily and you are still not sure which way to go and what towns to visit, you’ve come to the right place. You may have heard a lot about this island at the toe of Italy’s “boot.” And maybe not all of it was good! Well, forget everything …
10 Amazing Towns in Sicily That Everyone Should SeeRead More
There are very few places in the world as diverse and rich in history and the Valley of the Temples, in Sicily. We have seen many ancient ruins during our road trip in the Peloponnese, but very few of them can compete with the alley of the Temples (Valle dei Tempi) archeological site. Along with …
Valley of the Temples, Sicily – the Ultimate Guide to Agrigento TemplesRead More
One of the biggest attractions in Sicily is the town of Siracusa and its historic center – Ortigia Island (spelled both Ortygia and Ortigia). Of all the towns we visited in Sicily, I loved Siracusa the best. It’s one of the most fascinating places I have ever seen. “The biggest and most beautiful Greek city” – …
Ortigia Island: the Ultimate Guide to Visiting Siracusa, SicilyRead More
Visiting Sicily by car is a good decision, but not one to be taken lightly. I am a huge advocate for self-drive vacations and after spending 10 days on this unusually beautiful island I am convinced that a road trip through Sicily is the best way to explore the island. However, driving in Sicily is …
Driving in Sicily – The Thrills and Challenges of Visiting Sicily by CarRead More
