Sicily: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
Volcano Etna
UNESCO World Heritage, one of the must in Sicily. Excursions starts from the hotel to be booked directly at our concierge
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Park adventure Madonie
In Petralia Soprana since 2008, the Madonie Adventure Park is an unusual way to discover nature.
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Trekking
Trekking Trail in the Natural Reserve
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Arà concept store
Exhibition space for Italian artists and artisans(in particular from central and southern Italy): coral, glass, silk, accessories, bags, antiques and temporary gallery.
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Natural Sauna
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.
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Majestic Mt. Etna
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.
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Sicilian Day of the Dead
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.
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Restaurant La Cialoma in Marzamemi
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 !
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Sicilia Outlet Village
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!
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S.Maria del Gesù
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.
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"Infiorata": Triumph of flowers in Noto
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.
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MONTAGNA GRANDE
THE MOUNTAIN, "BEHIND THE ISLAND" AND RESERVE PANTELLERIA
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Gourmet Sicily
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
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La Bettola a Mazara del Vallo
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.
Tel. +39 9232 946422
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Altamarea
Altamarea is the experience you've always wanted.
To live first and then to be told, again and again not to lose the memory, like a beautiful story that you want to take with you, ready to go back again.
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Konza Kiffi
The farm Konza Kiffi is a real experience of taste, to discover the flavors that enhance the culinary tradition of Pantelleria.
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Marzamemi
This small fishing village will charm you with its harbor, the old tonnara, the old fishermen's houses and the scenic main square. It's the perfect place to enjoy a Sicilian granita (sorbet) or buy typical fish products.
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Venus Lake
Venus' Mirror is one of the jewels of the island. Its water sparkles like a light blue and green gemstone amidst a typical lush vegetation of endemic plants. Its waters occupy the crater of an extinguished volcano.
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Arcaeological Excursion
In the St. Marcus punic and roman acropolis.
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Sicilian Baroque
Masks, wrought iron balconies and plaster little angels give Sicily a unique baroque identity. Noto, Modica, Ragusa Ibla, Caltagirone, Scicli, Catania: all these cities are open-air museums, which strike the visitors with its grandeur.
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Balata dei Turchi
Balata dei Turchi Pantelleria, a beautiful bay with a picturesque lava that slopes to the sea surrounded by towering cliffs overlooking.
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Modica Alta
Getting lost in the maze of little lanes in Modica Alta is a unique experience and a chance to meet the locals too!
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Antica cioccolateria Bonajuto - Modica
absolutely invest one hour, during your excursion in Modica, and visit this antique Chocolate artisan! Here they do the chocolate exactly like in the year 1700 ... Go inside and tell to the artisan that I suggested to visit his shop and the
Tel. +39 0932 941225
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The Donnafugata Castle
The Donnafugata Castle is about 15 km distance from La Moresca maison de charme. Just ask our concierge the description of this castle that, contrary to what the name might suggest ....
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Sea of Val di Noto
A whole area of beaches: crystal clear water, at Calamosche and Vendicari, or San Lorenzo and the Cittadella, where every year sea turtles come to lay their eggs, Portopalo and Isola delle Correnti, where the 2 seas meet each other.
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Noto (Syracuse)
Be enchanted by the charm of a timeless city....Noto is a baroque jewel. The old town with its churches and historical buildings has evolved around the impressive cathedral of St. Nicolò.
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Al Tramonto
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".
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Locanda del Colonnello, Modica Alta
Do not miss the refined fish or meat menu of the chef Accursio Capraro
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The Big Mountain
The Big Mountain (836m) is a volcanic cone remnant, around which 24 hills rise up, small craters called Cuddie.
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Barbacane Castle
One of the few historical buildings which survived the bombings of World War II, a Renaissance castle consists of a body plan and irregularly quadrangular courtyard.
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