Sicily: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)

Mt. Etna is the tallest active volcano of Europe. Its different colors, ecosystems and sceneries make it a place of extreme charm and a top-destination for those who visit Sicily. Loved by trekkers, it will give you a unique experience.

Traditional cuisine in the historic center of Modica

At Monaci you can experience food&wine of the volcano's slopes through aperitifs with home-grown products, tasting tours with the guides of the Etna Wine School or a dinner at our restaurant serving organic food and refined DOC wines.

The island's surface is alive with secondary volcanic activity consisting in hot water vapour outflows. The most important of these phenomena is the Favara Grande, on the sides of the Montagna Grande.

Do not miss the refined fish or meat menu of the chef Accursio Capraro

An ancient fishing village with adjacent marina from the stony base. The main attraction is represented by the thermal waters that are frequented throughout the year.

A typical Trattoria Siciliana, which has been handed down for generations, will inspire you to its genuine food, traditional, but with an eye to the presentation of the dishes, elegant and refined

Trekking Trail in the Natural Reserve

Take the occasion of discovering the charming fishing village of Marzamemi and stop here for lunch to taste very fresh fish in a family-run place, ... and in June or September do not miss its unforgettable tuna fish fillet !

A range of typical marinara, enriched with recipes 'personalized' chef Peter Sardo. At the Restaurant La Bettola in Mazara del Vallo fish predominates in the menu each day are offered to customers.

Our sea is the Sicilian Channel; here we still have some untouched sandy beaches and high sand dunes that remember us that we're closer to North Africa that Turin... Think that Marina di Ragusa is southern than Tunis...come to discover thi

Polizzi Generosa, Petralia Sottana e Soprana, Gangi, Castelbuono, Cefalù are all just a short drive away

Powered by the Sea is a small pond of salt water, walk, about 20 minutes drive.

This big fashion village is only 40 minutes away: only the best international labels, over 100 shops and discounts up to 70% all year round!

Overlooking a beautiful landscape between the blue tones of the magnificent sea of Pantelleria, and the many shades of pink a beautiful sunset, you will appreciate a perfect hospitality, the result of "quality ingredients".

THE MOUNTAIN, "BEHIND THE ISLAND" AND RESERVE PANTELLERIA

A marvellous trekking amidst ancient necropolis, cave churches and wild nature ... a stone's throw from Modica

A unique itinerary designed to introduce visitors to the secrets of Selinunte and which begins with the Greek temples. You'll experience hidden corners which surprisingly few have seen before you (prices and organization for groups).

On November the 2nd, Sicily celebrates the Festival of the dead, when children receive gifts from their dead relatives. In the Eastern part of the island, traditional sweets are "the deads' bones": white dough sweets on a crunchy layer.

The Benikulà sauna is found on the ridge of the Montagna Grande and it is reached from the hamlet of Sibà. Inside the cave you may sit on the lava stone and enjoy a vapour sauna.

The South East of Sicily is well known for its culinary tradition which got important awards. Among the best restaurants there is Locanda Don Serafino in Ragusa Ibla, with the black fresh spaghetti with sea urchins, ricotta cheese & squids

Famous for its warm waters, true thermal baths in the sea, the water reaches a temperature of 60 degrees.
Gadir in Arabic protected place

The only church to have survived the 1693 earthquake which destroyed most of the Val di Noto, with magnificent double cloister. The church is open to the general public on Saturday mornings only.

In the St. Marcus punic and roman acropolis.

Every year, on the 3rd Sunday of May pictures of flowers are made by local artists on Via Corrado Nicolaci, over a space of 2000 sq.mt. A wonderful show of flowers, patterns and colors in the baroque frame.

Il Duomo is one of the best restaurant in the word. Located downtown Ragusa Ibla this two stars Michelin is owned and drived by the Chef Ciccio Sultano and having the opportunity to dine here is a truly journey inside the Sicilian cuisine.

From Andrea Camilleri's novels, a tour around the shooting and literary locations of Commissario Montalbano: Ragusa, Scicli, Modica, Comiso, Vittoria, Ispica, Santa Croce and many private residences, between imaginary places and reality.

In the territory of Siracusa, in Avola, one of the best kinds of almonds of Italy is produced. It is top quality and nutritious and is protected by a consortium. There are 3 types: the "pizzuta", the "fascionello" and the "romana".

UNESCO World Heritage, one of the must in Sicily. Excursions starts from the hotel to be booked directly at our concierge