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Apr 30 2023

Beyond the beach in Sicily

Cultural attractions, activities and gastronomy in Sicily There’s little question that Sicily’s a natural choice when it comes to a beach holiday. With mile upon mile of sandy beaches and an enviable scattering of pretty coves fringed by translucent water, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to soaking up the sun by the sea in Sicily. But that’s not to say that Sicily is only about sun and sea. For a start, UNESCO World Heritage sites and ancient temples dot the landscape, and towns and cities are awash with extraordinary art and architecture. Then there are nature reserves, Europe’s…

Ott 05 2021

Ten of the best half-term holidays

The Guardian recommends a half-term break in Syracuse, Sicily Who wouldn’t enjoy some October sunshine, a last chance to swim in balmy seas before winter sets in and a daily fix of a brioche bun crammed with gelato? Those are just three of the reasons the Guardian chose to include Sicily, and specifically Syracuse, in its recent round-up of ten best half-term holidays. Guests at Casa a Ortigia in October can hop over to the urban beach across the road from the villa and enjoy dips in waters that still retain some of the summer heat. Alternatively there are baroque…

Ago 14 2017

Holiday autumn in Sicily: the best places and events

Sicilian summers stretch well into September and beyond, so just when most people are heading back to work, a week or two in Sicily looks infinitely appealing. Enjoy Sicily’s spectacular sights without the fierce August temperatures and take your pick of local food festivals that celebrate the best local autumnal produce in towns and villages. Choose from some of our top holiday autumn Sicily. Holiday Autumn in Sicily East Grape-picking on Mount Etna (September and October) Be part of the vineyard action on a grape-picking day on the slopes of Mount Etna. Spend the day at a wine estate in…

Lug 24 2017

Visit Sicily in August: a tour of the most important events

Despite a year-round calendar of events and festivities Sicily in August is the month when things really get busy. Alongside some of the more prominent celebrations, smaller villages and towns find plenty of – often food-related – reasons to celebrate and dramatic performances and concerts are staged at several of the island’s Greek theatres. Over the Bank Holiday of Ferragosto (15 August), the whole country stops work to have fun and fireworks light up the night sky. Book your Sicily villas with private pool and find the most prominent August events. Knights and jousting at Piazza Armerina The generally quiet…

Mar 03 2017

Wish Sicily in Marie Claire magazine

Our thanks to Marie Claire editor, Trish Halpin, who writes about her stay at Villa Atena in the magazine’s April issue: ‘Our base is the sleek Villa Atena, a modern three-bedroom house set on a hilltop, with views across villages to the coast. Light and airy with bright pink feature walls and sofas, the living space opens up via floor-to-ceiling windows to a stone terrace and sparkling pool. It’s perfect for super-hot Sicilian days …’ During her one-week stay, Trish managed to squeeze in visits to Ragusa Ibla and the Castello di Donnafugata and beach trips to Marina di Ragusa…

Ago 28 2015

Reasons to book your 2016 holiday now – Gioacchino reveals on AOL why now is the time to plan next year’s holiday

Never quite sure how far ahead to book your holiday? Is it really necessary to book ten months in advance? AOL Travel gives the low-down in an article in which it recommends booking 2016 holidays now, with tips from us on the best time to book large villas such as Le Case di Tindari. From the aritcle: ” (…) Gioacchino Sortino, at Wish Sicily, recommends keeping a close eye on the release of flight schedules, particularly if you are looking for a large villa in peak season. He says: “Bookings for larger properties gain momentum in early October when summer…

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