White Almond Sicily

If you are a couple on the hunt for a romantic destination you are in luck because Sicily is the perfect place. Italy is well known as a country full of love and romance and the island of Sicily is not only Italy's largest region but it is also its most varied. In terms of geography there are offshore islands, an endless coastline, rugged mountains, a stunning capital city, romantic towns, gorgeous beaches, volcanoes and dreamy hilltop villages, making it unlike any other place in the world. Sicily is a land full of myths, legends and romantic love stories. It is a place where you are immediately seduced by its outstanding beauty, gastronomic food, rich culture and the Sicilian people who are so passionate about their island. Romantic accommodation ranges from boutique, historic and luxury five star hotels, castles and restored  baglio 's (ancient Arabic fortresses), there are beautiful private villas, agriturismi, golf resorts and there is always the option of being...

Recently I have received a few lovely messages and emails asking if Sicily is a good holiday destination for families. The answer is YES. Italians love children BUT Sicilians adore them. Sicilians show deep respect and admiration for little ones and restaurants, bars and hotels are eager to accommodate families and children, so there is no need to be shy about asking for special favours or services and you will find that they will probably even have a fuss made of them in the streets by the locals while you are out and about. Sicilian families stick together and often eat out in large groups sometimes into the early hours. As Summer drags on the afternoon siesta gets longer and evening meals start later so you will probably notice that the local kids stay up until well after midnight. Food in Sicily is unlikely to be a problem, kids love pizza and pasta right? Menus in Sicily do not always have a separate menu for children but a mezza porzione (smaller portion) is usually...

at sea with Tripping Sicily “My favourite scent is the scent of the Sicilian Sea” Domenico Dolce, Sicilian and Fashion Designer, Dolce and Gabbana I always recommend the finest local contacts in Sicily and one of the best is Simona Ferro. I met Simona through the wonders of social network. She is the Founder and CEO of Tripping Sicily. After 10 years of working in the tourism and boat charter industry, Simona decided to create something different in nautical tourism with customised private cruises on luxurious yachts, sailing boats and vintage gulets and in 2011 she founded Tripping Sicily. I had breakfast with Simona last month and she invited me to experience one of her boat trips and have lunch on board a vintage gulet, I eagerly accepted her kind invitation. I was due to meet Karen La Rosa of La Rosaworks, who customises tours in Sicily from the USA, the following week and I thought Karen would love an afternoon at sea. So the following week myself, Karen, my lovely...