A Trip To Sicily

Ideally placed in the heart of the Mediterranean, Sicily is a beautiful island ringed by the sparkling ocean. Brimming with culture and natural wonders, the island of Sicily makes dramatic first impressions. With the Greeks, Romans, and Arabs leaving their mark on the islands culture, art, andarchitecture, sight-seeing around Sicily is truly astounding. With 1,000 kilometers of coastline, Sicily has plenty of beach options to choose from too; from pebbly shores and dramatic rock formations to sandy and smooth shorelines, but all individually idyllic.

This Italian island is not just another island in the Med, but the largest of all Mediterranean islands, making your decision on where to visit all the more troublesome. Luckily, parts of the island are on the same latitude as the North African coast, ensuring the Sicilian summer is long and sybaritic; meaning travelers can visit through spring, autumn and summer. Palermo, which has been named 'the Italian Capital for Culture' for 2018 might be a good place to start. Offering a range of Byzantine mosaics, Arabesque domes adorned with watercolors and European churches surrounded by souk-like markets. When the sight-seeing becomes all too much, take a trip to the nearby seaside suburb of Modello to soak up the sun and take a relaxing dip.

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Where To... EAT

Don’t miss out on tasting some of the delicious street food Palermo has to offer, especially the local arancini. Antica Focacceria San Francesco is not to be missed, the perfect lunch spot to relax and try some traditional Sicilian recipes. For dinner, try out Osteria dei Vespri or Osteria Ballaro for a feast of cured meats, fish, and dreamy puddings.

SLEEP

BB22, a boutique hotel in the center of Palermo situated behind the Piazza San Domenico. Inside the 15th century walls, the rooms feature colouredglass chandeliers and re-upholstered antiques with a large terrace shaded by a beautiful magnolia. The love for detail and passion for interior design is evident upon entering this newly renovated palace.

DRINK

Wine is most definitely a ‘thing’ on this island; there are so many great wine bars and wine tasting experiences to choose from. However, the range of Sicilian wines on offer at Enoteca Picone is nothing short of extraordinary.

SHOP

The streets off Via Roma lead to small boutiques and stands which will definitely satisfy your shopping needs. Via Maqueda is great for Sicilian ceramics and quirky jewellery, and Via Principe di Belmonte is home to the more stylish boutiques.