Category: Swimming/Boating
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It’s Ferragosto. Let’s go to the beach!
Sicily is shutting down. Well, all of Italy is really, because it’s Ferragosto! After Christmas and Easter, Ferragosto is the most important holiday of the year. Monday, August 15 is the holiday; however, most Italians use it as the centerpiece of a longer vacation. The cities empty out, and citizens head to the mountains or…
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Sicilian Twilight
The sea at Aspra with Monte Catalfano in the background
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When is the Best Time to Visit Sicily?
People often ask me when is the best time to visit Sicily. I love to swim, so for me, September is most spectacular because the sea is the perfect temperature for swimming and the air temperature is just right. Late May is great too! This spot, the Tonnara at Scopello, is especially beautiful in May…
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Let’s Set Sail
The white cliffs of Scala dei Turchi near Agrigento are a refreshing contrast to the turquoise, Mediterranean sea.
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Make It a Beach Day
The beach at San Vito Lo Capo.
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You Have Arrived
This sea arch, known as the gateway to Lo Zingaro nature preserve, will greet us during our leisure boat trip on Day 2 of Savoring Sicily, this September 22 – October 4, 2016. From our catamaran we will not only be able to see pristine Mediterranean coastline, but also we’ll also have the opportunity to…