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Ott 02 2016

Villa Rosa Antica in the Times

We were delighted to once again see ourselves featured in the pages of the Times travel supplement, this time by way of a recommendation by the Times Travel Doctor to a larger group looking for a villa in Sicily with a pool. Situated on the outskirts of Trecastagni, on the slopes of Mount Etna, Villa Rosa Antica is a great option for a group of friends seeking plenty of living space and several en suite bedrooms – the villa actually has room for up to 13 people, with seven bedrooms and bathrooms. The gardens at Rosa Antica are equally spacious,…

Set 05 2016

EUROPE’S TOP PICTURE POSTCARD TOWNS (including Modica, Sicily)

Thanks to Hero & Leander, the online magazine crammed with inspirational travel and lifestyle tips for couples, for including Modica in its recent post on some of Europe’s most eye-catching picture perfect towns. With its grand baroque architecture, old medieval quarter and web of narrow lanes and stairways, the town is definitely one to be added to your must-see list if you’re visiting south east Sicily. Down in Modica Bassa, the more modern lower part of town, cafés and chocolate shops line the main Corso Umberto; while in Modica Alta, the highlight is the flamboyant Duomo di San Giorgio, with…

Set 05 2016

Wish Sicily included in the Times’ round-up of family holidays with an educational twist

MORE THAN JUST A HOLIDAY Wish Sicily included in the Times’ round-up of family holidays with an educational twist Just how educational do you want your holiday to be? As stories emerge of parents taking tutors on family holidays and holiday companies offering language lessons, there’s little doubt that just being in a different environment and absorbing the local culture can be hugely educational. Add to that some exceptional geographical features and a bit of ancient history, and you’re on to a winner! The Times newspaper’s feature on holiday breaks that inspire and educate includes staying in one of our…

Ago 09 2016

Total Guide to Sicily: Villa Arte Mare Blue in the Sunday Times Travel Magazine

More column inches devoted this month to Wish Sicily – this time in the Sunday Times Travel Magazine’s Total Guide to Italy (September 2016). Pore over pages of ideas and inside information into the best that Italy has to offer in its cities, in Tuscany, Sardinia, Puglia, Campania and, of course, Sicily. One tip from the magazine is to get live-like-a-local value in Sicily by picking a villa away from the coast. Villa Arte Mare Blue is an art-filled quirky but contemporary villa set in the hills above Cefalù. Animal sculpture and free-standing statues fill the traditional mature gardens which…

Ago 09 2016

Not just for girls: Yoga retreats in Sicily

Gather your flexible friends and get ready for a fun holiday in Sicily! At least that’s the advice from Prima magazine who recommends a Wish Sicily yoga break in its ‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’ holiday round-up (September issue). The article features Villa Bonera, a gorgeous villa with a pool that overlooks the vineyards in Menfi, but there are 11 other holiday homes to choose from where you can perfect your yoga skills in between indulging in some gentle poolside relaxation. For the ultimate fitness break, choose a villa such as Villa dei Nebrodi (sleeps 20) where daily yoga…

Mag 12 2016

Flexible living on a yoga break in Sicily

Good to see our yoga villas featured in the May edition of the gourmet food and luxury travel magazine, Good Things. Packed full of great ideas for two of our favourite pastimes – eating and holidays! – the magazine is everyone’s answer to some serious daydreaming. Our yoga holidays are available at a selection of villas in gorgeous settings, overlooking the Nebrodi mountains or vineyards of western Sicily, and include between two and six hours’ yoga each day. For the ultimate feel-good holiday, we can even arrange an in-villa cook to organise your own bespoke detox menu!

Mag 08 2016

The Independent’s Guide to Family Holidays in Italy

We were thrilled to see our new range of villa holidays with outdoor activities included in the Independent’s Family Holiday Guide this weekend! While most people will know about our great beaches, not everyone is aware of the ever-expanding choice of adventure activities on Sicily, many of which are suitable for all the family. The Alcantara Gorge, near Taormina, is a particular hotspot, with body rafting, river trekking and canyoning all available, while the Madonie mountains are a great place for hiking. For families looking for a slightly different way to explore Mount Etna, a jeep tour is guaranteed to…

Apr 30 2016

Wish Sicily recommended by the Times Travel Doctor

A holiday in Sicily, and several of our villas, was one of the recommendations made by the Times’ Travel Doctor (April 30th, 2016) in response to a request for suggestions for a big celebration holiday in 2017. With the option of visits to the baroque towns of Noto, Ragusa and Scicli, and a great choice of sandy beaches, a villa holiday in south east Sicily was put forward as the perfect solution for a three-generation group in search of beach, culture and activities. Sunny House and Prora del Plemmirio, both with four bedrooms and a pool, are a short drive…

Apr 21 2016

The best family holidays

Anyone who has planned a family holiday will know that keeping everyone happy is not always that easy. Mealtimes, travel distances and the different needs and interests of each child all need to be taken into account and older children may well want to try their hand at something with a touch of adventure. If your children are still young, our advice is to keep life simple – choose a villa with a pool, mix up some fun activities with chill time on the beach and make sure that any cultural visit is balanced by a very large gelato! Eating…

Mar 20 2016

Flower power in Sicily from the Sunday Express

Visit Noto in May and enjoy the spectacle of the L’Infiorata di Noto, one of south east Sicily’s loveliest festivals, when the street of Corrado Nicolaci is transformed into a floral carpet. Elsewhere, there are baroque palazzi to visit and, close by, plenty of sandy beaches. Read more about the festival, and local villas such as Villa Gioi (former La Finestra su Noto), in the Sunday Express of March 20th 2016.

Mar 19 2016

Villa Casa Zen Blu in the top slot in The Times’ top 20 in Sicily

Prime position for the gorgeous Casa Zen Blu in the Times newspaper’s round-up of the 20 best places to stay in Sicily (March, 19th 2016). Conveniently close to Palermo and Cefalù, this villa in Sicily is a great holiday option for a group of friends or two families, with four lovely bedrooms and bathrooms. Step outside into a fabulous garden with terraces galore, a pool, outdoor kitchen and heavenly poolside bar and dining space. There’s still space throughout the summer but don’t hang around – this one’s going to go fast!

Feb 23 2016

Gioacchino Sortino welcomes The Guardian in south-west Sicily

Excuse me,” says Gioacchino Sortino – who looks every sharp-suited inch the Sicilian businessman – reaching for his mobile. “It’s my mama, she worries about me.” And Gioacchino is worried about us … Read the full article here.

Feb 08 2016

Villa Lo Scoglio included in travel journalist Adam H Graham’s top 10 list of places 2015

How great to see Villa Lo Scoglio included in travel journalist, Adam H Graham’s top 10 list of places he stayed in last year! Better still, of the 80 properties he visited, Sicily Lo Scoglio in Sicily is the only rental property to hit the dizzy heights. Not that we’re altogether surprised. The architect-designed villa occupies an extraordinary position on a promontory in south east Sicily, with 270° sea views and a grand total of seven different verandas and terraces for soaking up the sun. Stroll down through the gardens to the near-deserted sunbathing platform on the water’s edge and…

Gen 09 2016

Villa Renata is listed in The Times’ 50 best holidays in Italy

Villa Renata was flagged up as one of the best new places to stay in Italy in the Times’ selection of the 50 Best Holidays in Italy for 2016. The seafront villa for 7 in Fontane Bianche, south east Sicily, has a pool and direct access to the beach. Villa Renata Listed in The Times “Beach Villa In Sicily” Read full article >>

Ott 06 2015

Stretch summer in Sicily – Le Case di Tindari

If you thought summer was over, think again! Woman & Home magazine’s list of suggestions for a sneaky late break is topped by the Le Case di Tindari estate, our collection of beautifully-furnished cottages set amongst olive and oak trees in the north east of the island. The archaeological site of Tindari is within sight of the infinity pool and, perfect for an October break, gastronomic treats and autumnal hikes are on tap in the nearby Nebrodi mountains. Read the full article here >>

Set 24 2015

HONEYMOON IDEAS FROM WEDDING IDEAS MAGAZINE

The UK’s number one source of information on weddings, honeymoons and all things bridal turns the spotlight on romantic breaks in Sicily. This month’s ‘Sizzle in Sicily’ article features three Wish Sicily villas as top honeymoon spots for 2016. Choose from translucent seas and dazzling views at Casa Blu near Syracuse in the south east corner of the island, simple rustic charm and dramatic sunsets at Ulivo di Pollara in the Aeolian Islands or designer treats at the Hortus Suites in the heart of Modica. Get more ideas for a honeymoon or romantic break in Sicily here. Read full article…

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…

Mag 28 2015

Wish Sicily is on AOL’s Budget-friendly places around Europe for a bargain holiday in July

A strong exchange rate makes a self-catering holiday in Italy a very affordable option and in Sicily villa rental prices tend to be lower during the first three weeks of July. You can also soak up the atmosphere at Palermo’s colourful Santa Rosalia festival (14 July). Choose from a large selection of Wish Sicily villas near the pretty fishing village of Scopello, close to Palermo, the beach and the main cultural sights of northwest Sicily. 10 per cent discounts are available. Read the full article on AOL >>

Mar 23 2015

Villa Le Edicole is listed in The Sunday Times’ Europe’s 30 hottest villas.

Too much choice? Find out which are the hottest villas in Europe, thanks to a recent Sunday Times feature reviewing the best self-catering properties on the Continent. Included in the round-up is our designer-style Villa Le Edicole, set amongst the dry-stone walls and sunbaked landscape of the island’s south east. Read the full article online>>

Mar 22 2015

Wish Sicily: LA VACANZA E’ GARANTITA

“Wish Sicily non è solo lo strumento ideale per generare affitti diretti tra il turista ed il proprietario, ma rappresenta un mezzo di promozione territoriale secondo a nessuno, il quale interpreta la destinazione turistica, nella fattispecie la Sicilia, come elemento fondamentale nella scelta dell’immobile da parte dell’utente finale”.

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