solo travel
7 great places for solo travelers in Europe Aug 26, 2024 • 8 min read
Europe has long been a top destination for solo travelers of all ages. We asked our expert writers to recommend some of their favorite places to go solo.
Sicily Travel Stories
destination practicalitiesThe best times to visit Sicily, a year-round destinationMar 17, 2024 • 5 min read
The largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily has long had a magnetic pull for sightseers. Here are the best times to visit.
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activities9 things you cannot miss on your next trip to SicilyMar 16, 2024 • 6 min read
Sicily astounds with its abundance of architecture, hiking, and glorious food scene. Here are 15 of our favorite things to do during your next vacation.
destination practicalitiesHow to get around Sicily: scenic train rides, ferries and countryside drivesMar 14, 2024 • 6 min read
From how to find a taxi to tips on train travel and accessible transportation, here’s all you need to know about how to get around sensational Sicily.
family travel9 of the best things to do with kids in Sicily, ItalyMar 13, 2024 • 6 min read
Here's how to experience the best of Sicily when traveling as a family.
wildlife and nature10 best places to visit in SicilyMar 11, 2024 • 8 min read
From urban adventures in Palermo to a thrilling hike on the slopes of Europe's largest volcano, here are the best places to go in Sicily.
tips and adviceSicily on a budgetMar 10, 2024 • 6 min read
Sicily can seem like an expensive destination at first but these budget travel tips and daily costs will help you plan a trip that doesn’t break the bank.
public transportThe most scenic road trips in Sicily: volcanoes, baroque beauty and fabulous foodMar 9, 2024 • 5 min read
Hilltop villages, ancient ruins and baroque cities await your discovery on the best road trips in Sicily.
destination practicalities8 things to know before going to SicilyMar 1, 2024 • 5 min read
Sicily is one of the most beautiful places in Italy, but the island has its own distinct culture. Here’s what you need to know before your trip.
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beachesSicily’s 7 loveliest beaches: swim surrounded by stunning sceneryFeb 26, 2024 • 5 min read
From isolated coves with stunning scenery, to see-and-be-seen fashionable spots, and the perfect places to swim with kids, these are Sicily's top beaches.
tips and adviceWhat to eat and drink in SicilyFeb 22, 2023 • 7 min read
An earthy, honest, foodie heaven, Sicily cooks up traditional dishes and street snacks bursting with seasonal flavor and top-quality island produce.
tips and adviceSicily vs Sardinia: which Italian island should you escape to?Jan 19, 2023 • 9 min read
Two expert travel writers make the case for choosing Sicily vs Sardinia for your next Mediterranean getaway.
national parksSicily's most beautiful national parks and reservesNov 25, 2021 • 5 min read
Sicily's most inspiring natural beauty spots include isolated beaches, pristine forests and active volcanoes – here are eight of our favorites.
hikingSicily's best hikes: ancient ruins, volcanic craters and beautiful beachesNov 24, 2021 • 8 min read
With its volcanic islands and rugged shorelines, Sicily offers dramatic landscapes that are perfect for a hiking vacation.
activitiesThe best free things to do in Sicily: from stunning churches to sumptuous artNov 18, 2021 • 6 min read
From art-filled churches to historic markets and spectacular walks, you’ll find wonderful things to do in Sicily that won’t cost a thing.
ancestryWhere is Dr Jill Biden's family from? These Italian villages claim to be the home of her long lost relativesJan 14, 2021 • 5 min read
Dr Jill Biden is the first Italian-American first lady in US history, so where are her Italian ancestors from? Researchers in these villages might have the…
historyWhere to find your favourite pasta shapesOct 18, 2019 • 5 min read
Attention: World Pasta Day is 25 October. All diets are cancelled. Join the celebration by visiting the birthplace of your favourite pasta shapes.
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family travelWhere to go with your toddler in towSep 17, 2019 • 5 min read
Just stepping out of the front door can be adventure enough when you are parenting a toddler so taking your little darling further afield can require some…
artPalermo: Sicily’s multicultural capitalApr 18, 2018 • 5 min read
Palermo is a beguiling city, set like a jewel in the fan-shaped Conca d’Oro plain between two rocky promontories. For almost three millennia, empire after…
beachesSeven islands, seven adventures: Sicily’s idyllic Aeolian archipelagoAug 29, 2017 • 5 min read
Clustered in the blue-green Mediterranean an hour’s boat ride north of Sicily, the Aeolian Islands are one of Europe’s most visually stunning and…
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