Tag: castellammare del golfo
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Twilight in Trapani Province
Evening in Castellammare del Golfo, Trapani province
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A Home for Umberto
Charming homes like this one in Castellammare del Golfo prompt me to photograph them. Now, speaking of homes, here’s a proposition for you … EF, an organization that administers high school exchange years, is seeking a home for Umberto, a 17 year-old from Siracusa, Sicily. He arrives next week, and is seeking a host family…
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Super Saint Maria (of/to) the Rescue
This weekend culminates the month-long, annual celebration in Castellammare del Golfo of their Patroness, Maria SS. del Soccorso (Super Saint Mary of the Rescue). Last night they carried her statue through the town streets to the marina and brought her out to sea, where dozens of boats followed her path around the harbor. On Sunday…
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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…
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Savor Sicily with Me
Join me this September 22 – October 4 for Savoring Sicily. Our multi-sensory, locally-seasoned 13 days will be spent savoring the stunning natural environment, basking in the fascinating history and culture, and relishing the fresh and exotic cuisines of Sicily. On Day 1, you’ll arrive at Palermo’s airport where we’ll pick you up and bring…
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From the Stormy Sea
You hear about it on the news. If you listen to international news, almost every day. Everyone has their reasons for seeking safety, security … life. And they risk their lives for life. And some don’t make it. And some are victimized by opportunists. I’m proud to say I know personally brave people in Sicily…
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My Moment with Stigghiola
We descended from the orange and yellow trolley that had taken us up to the scenic overlook above Castellammare del Golfo, and there she was–the food truck, with her gleaming photos illustrating the glorious menu items. “This was the day!” I thought. “Finally, the moment I’d been hoping to meet–time to taste real stigghiola!” I…