Vendicari Nature Reserve was founded in 1984 to encourage birds and plant species to thrive on its approximately 3300 acres. The sanctuary, which is on the coast of southeastern Sicily, has had a constant presence of around 241 different species of birds and hundreds of different species of plants that are found throughout its saltwater…
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Still Dreaming: An Update On Travel To Sicily
The ancient tonnara (tuna fishery and cannery) at Scopello is now a swimming spot. Dream now, travel later. The Latest About Italy Travel From Experience Sicily By Allison Scola The European Union is easing its travel restrictions for foreign nationals as of July 1. But not so fast—that does not yet mean that American citizens…
A Gorgeous Place In Sicily
The ancient tuna fishery at Scopello, Trapani Province, Sicily NB This is privately owned, yet you can pay to enter the Tonnara di Scopello to swim right off of the pier at the bottom of the hill. It’s paradise. Bring a towel, water, snacks, and sun screen and spend the day. They provide chairs and…
The White Cliffs Of Sicily
The marl stone cliffs of Sicily’s south coast, Scala dei Turchi, west of Agrigento
The Rock Stacks Of Scopello, Sicily
The ancient tuna fishing facility and rock stacks at Scopello, Trapani Province, Sicily
Sicily’s Grand Canyon
When Vittorio, my Italian teacher, told me about Cave Grande, a nature preserve in southeastern Sicily with fresh water swimming holes only accessible by hiking, I immediately wanted to go. That was about four years ago. A couple of weeks ago, I was giddy when hiking with a friend, and a clearing revealed the spot…
Sea, Sky, Sand, and Stone
… because this view of the white cliffs of southern Sicily always takes my breath away. La Scala dei Turchi, or Stairs of the Turks, are made of a hard-mud material that is a combination of calcium carbonate and lime mixed with other types of clay and silt, called marl or marlstone. A popular swimming…
Think September in Sicily
This view of Scopello and Lo Zingaro Nature Preserve from the sea could be in your future… Think September in Sicily. Stand by for more details soon.
Why, yes! Sicily in 2017
I hope you’re thinking of going to Sicily in 2017! Join me for one of our small-group multi-sensory tours, or we’ll design a custom itinerary for you and your loved ones that matches your interests and budget. Discover natural wonders like Scala dei Turchi (pictured). Mingle with locals who will delight you with their warm…
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…