Sicily is full of interesting towns and charming places. Marsala is one of the bigger seaside towns on the island and it’s an attractive name when it comes to tourism. However, the city’s location makes it hard to visit. This begs the question: is Marsala worth visiting? Marsala is known for its historic center, its…
Sicily offers visitors many activities, many of which are on the island’s east side. When visiting this area both Catania and Taormina seem amazing places to stay. Today, we’ll discover if it’s Catania or Taormina that’s better for your style of travel. On the surface, both towns seem quite similar. They are roughly in the…
Ortigia is a small island next to Siracusa. In reality, it’s the historic center of Siracusa and it’s quite famous. But is Ortigia worth visiting? Does it live up to the songs that travelers sing of its beauty? Let’s find out! Ortigia is definitely worth visiting. There is little doubt about that. The island offers…
Mount Etna is probably one of the most famous attractions in Sicily. It’s just outside of Catania and you may even see the smoking top from some of the streets. Go high enough in a building and you’ll definitely be treated to a panorama of the mountain. But is Etna worth visiting? That’s a question…
Whenever a major tourism region has more than one amazing city, the age-old question always comes up. Which one to visit? Is it Palermo or Catania that’s better for your travel plans? Is one town really that much different from the other? Let’s find out! The short story is this: Palermo is bigger, it’s a…
The island of Sardinia is quite an amazing and unique part of Italy. It’s far enough from the main regions to have its own authentic culture. It’s an amazing mix of the local and the main Italian cultures. Couple this with an impressive coastline and you have a desirable vacation spot on your hands. Today…
Whenever people visit Puglia we always recommend that they do a quick hop over to the neighboring region and check out the magical town of Matera. It is an especially easy trip from Bari as the distance is a mere 1 hour of driving. Matera is truly an amazing place and you would be making…
Puglia is a beautiful part of Italy. Its southern charm and the local’s hospitality are well known around the world. However, it’s still a newcomer to the tourism scene and you might be wondering: is Puglia safe? Let’s answer this question and give you some tips on staying safe on your Puglian travels. Generally speaking,…
The beautiful Palermo is one of the top destinations to visit whenever someone is flying to Sicily. It’s a great base to explore the western side of the island and the city is full of life and sights. Regardless of the many sightseeing opportunities, the temperatures during summer are more suited towards swimming than sightseeing….
You are sitting at a beautiful restaurant in one of Sicily’s historic towns and you are wondering to yourself, do I need to leave a tip after I’m finished? Be assured, you are not the only one to wonder, especially if you are coming from North America. We are here to clear up all questions…