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Every article about Sicily published so far, newest first.
Visiting Scicli: Is the Third Baroque Town Worth It?
Scicli sits between Ragusa and Modica but usually gets skipped anyway. Here's why that's a mistake and how to fit it into your trip.
Caffè Sicilia in Noto: Is the Granita Worth It?
Price, wait times, opening hours, and whether Sicily's most famous granita really lives up to its Netflix hype – an honest verdict.
Ferragosto in Catania: What's Closed on Aug 15
Ferragosto in Catania and on Etna: which shops stay shut, which beaches to avoid, and how to plan the day smartly.
Messina Ferry from Calabria: What to See in a Few Hours
Arrived in Messina by ferry from Villa San Giovanni? Here's what's actually worth seeing in 2-3 hours before you move on. An honest insider guide.
Etna: Cable Car or Hike – What's Really Worth It?
Cable car or hiking trail on Etna? Prices, elevation gain, time needed, and who should choose which option — explained honestly.
Monreale Cathedral: 6,000 Square Meters of Gold, 15 Minutes from Palermo
A Norman fortress on the outside, a golden Byzantine masterpiece inside — what to actually see at Monreale, and the ticket trap almost every visitor falls into.
Palermo Cathedral: The Building That Changed Religion Four Times
Mosque, church, mosque again, church again — Palermo's cathedral has been rebuilt by nearly every power that ever ruled Sicily. Here's what to actually look for inside.
What Does a Day in Palermo Really Cost?
Bus tickets, pane câ meusa, the Cappella Palatina: an honest price breakdown for a day in Palermo—real numbers, not vague guesses.
Noto: the Baroque Town That Had to Rebuild Itself Twice
Why Noto Cathedral collapsed in 1996 and didn't reopen until 2007, what makes the wrought-iron balconies on Palazzo Nicolaci so distinctive, and how to reach Sicily's Baroque capital without a car.
Mount Etna in Winter: Snow, Closures, Right Gear
Skiing on an active volcano, sudden road closures, sub-zero temps at 1,900m: what actually matters when visiting Etna in winter.
Taormina Weekend: How to Plan the Perfect 2-Day Route
How to structure a weekend in Taormina: getting there from Catania, what to see first, where to stay – honest advice, no wasted time.
Villa Romana del Casale: The Honest Guide to the Mosaics of Piazza Armerina
Opening hours, prices, why the mosaics survived at all, and how to actually get there without a rental car — everything you need to know before visiting the Villa Romana del Casale.
Cefalù as a Day Trip: What Actually Pays Off
Cathedral, rock fortress and medieval wash-house in a single day from Palermo — real train times, real prices, and an honest verdict on whether it's worth it from Catania.
The Aeolian Islands: The Complete Guide for Your First Trip
Seven volcanic islands off Sicily, but only one real departure port: how to actually get to Lipari, Vulcano, Stromboli and the rest, which island fits you — and why you won't just see the eruptions from the mainland.
Ragusa and Modica: Baroque and Chocolate — the Val di Noto Day Most People Plan Wrong
Ragusa Ibla or Ragusa Superiore, how to get there without a car, and why Modica's chocolate has nothing to do with normal chocolate — my guide to both UNESCO towns.
Trapani: Salt Pans, Old Town, and the Ferry to Favignana
Salt pans, old town, and the Egadi Islands: what a realistic one or two days in Trapani looks like, with real prices for the ferry, cable car, and bus — not just postcard shots.
Valle dei Templi in Agrigento: What You Actually Need to Know
Opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there from Catania, and why the most famous temple wasn't even dedicated to the god it's named after — the honest guide to the Valley of the Temples.
Catania on Sunday: What's Open, What's Closed?
Sundays in Catania: the fish market's shut, malls are open, restaurants are split. What's actually true, straight from experience.
Palermo Neighborhoods: Kalsa, Capo, Vucciria or Libertà?
An honest comparison of four Palermo neighborhoods for first-time visitors: noise, safety, location, character. No sugarcoating, just the real deal.
Pizza, Arancini & Granita: Where I Actually Eat in Catania
My honest picks for Catania and the surrounding area – great selection, high quality, and a gluten-free pizza that actually tastes as good as the original.
Etna Eruption, July 2026: When Catania Airport Was Briefly Closed
A recap of the July 6, 2026 Etna eruption that grounded Catania airport for about 48 hours — and what it means for future eruptions and travel plans.
The Nebrodi: Sicily's Most Beautiful Unknown Mountain Region
Sicily's largest protected area, a mountain lake at 1,278 meters, native horses and pigs found nowhere else — and why almost no tourist ever makes it here.
Syracuse & Ortigia: What You Actually Need to See (and What You Can Skip)
The difference between Ortigia and Syracuse, the Neapolis park with the Ear of Dionysius, real ticket prices, and how to get there from Catania without a car.
Taormina in One Day: A Realistic, Stress-Free Plan
How much of Taormina can you actually see in one day? An honest schedule with bus times, Teatro Antico and Isola Bella — no rushing, no gaps.
Etna Closed Due to Rain? Plan B for Catania
Cable car shut down, wind too strong, hike cancelled? Here's how to still make the most of your day instead of standing around Catania clueless.
Palermo Airport: Bus, Train or Taxi Downtown?
Bus, train or taxi from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Palermo: real prices, real travel times, and when each option actually makes sense.
What Does a Day in Catania Really Cost?
Bus fares, arancini, Etna trips: an honest price breakdown for a day in Catania—real numbers, not vague guesses.
Catania & Etna in 48h Without a Car
A realistic hour-by-hour plan for a weekend in Catania and Etna without a car: buses, trains, timings, what works – and what doesn't.
Catania Without a Car: Etna, Beaches & Taormina by Bus
How to reach Etna, the beaches, and Taormina from Catania by bus and train — real timetables, prices, and tips from someone who actually lives here.