{"id":3740,"date":"2022-09-16T07:12:20","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T07:12:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wishsicily.com\/blog\/?p=3740"},"modified":"2026-04-01T14:07:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T12:07:31","slug":"six-reasons-to-book-a-half-term-holiday-in-sicily","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wishsicily.com\/blog\/six-reasons-to-book-a-half-term-holiday-in-sicily\/","title":{"rendered":"Six reasons to book a half-term holiday in Sicily"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stay in a luxury villa in Sicily this October<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Not quite ready to wave goodbye to summer? In Sicily, the sunshine often reaches well into October when, as an added bonus, prices are lower and beaches blissfully quiet.<\/strong> Throw into the mix some wonderfully luxurious villas in Sicily<\/a>, swimming in seas still warm from the heat of the summer sun and lingering over leisurely seafood lunches, and suddenly, a week in Sicily seems like a great idea!<\/p>\n

Luxury villas with great prices<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Our newest property is the wonderful Casale Donna Costanza, a beautifully restored rural home that\u2019s made for sharing, where original polished stone floors and antique furniture complement stylish bathrooms and light-filled bedrooms prettied up with crisp linens. Add an extra layer of luxury by taking advantage of the cleaning and cooking services offered by the villa\u2019s service staff. A week at Casale Donna Costanza<\/a> starts at \u20ac3000 (sleeps 20) or \u20ac2400 for a party of 10.<\/p>\n

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Casale Donna Costanza<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Villa with heated pool and trampoline<\/strong><\/h2>\n

While older children are generally happy to splash around for hours in an unheated pool, for families with young children, warm water means more fun for longer in October. At Villa Gemma<\/a>, a heated pool with a diving board is just one of the treats on offer: there\u2019s also a fabulous trampoline and a selection of family-friendly cooking options including a superb barbecue area and a garden kitchen with massive pizza oven.<\/p>\n

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Villa gemma<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sightseeing without the crowds<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Dragging kids round Roman ruins isn\u2019t always as successful as you\u2019d hope, and particularly under a fierce July or August sun. Pick your timing \u2013 try cooler temperatures – and sights carefully and it\u2019s a completely different story. Stay at Casa Turi<\/a>, a traditional Sicilian country house with a stunning pool and outdoor kitchen, and you\u2019ll be within easy reach of several of Sicily\u2019s top sightseeing spots.<\/p>\n

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Casa Turi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A visit to the 5th<\/sup> century temple of Segesta is a great way to introduce the kids to the wonders of the ancient world. There are also ruins of a church, a mosque and a 12th<\/sup> century castle. Make your visit even more memorable by packing a picnic to enjoy amidst the olive trees overlooking the magnificent countryside. Alternatively, a Palermo street food tour<\/a> is an excellent option for families, a chance to learn about the island\u2019s history and explore the backstreets of Palermo while filling hungry tummies.<\/p>\n