My drink of choice: caffè macchiato (no sugar). On Tuesday, I will enjoy one of Pietro’s at the bar in Palermo Airport after I get the keys to my rental car. Sìiiiii! TIP: Get on the car rental line as soon as you get out of baggage claim. (And use the bathroom before you get…
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Interview With Italian Cultural Institute New York, Le Stanze Italiane
Thank you to Vincenzo Pascale and the Italian Cultural Institute New York for including me in this Stanze Italiane Storie di New York interview series. What an honor for me! Please watch our conversation to learn more about Sicilian culture in New York and my work in Sicilian tourism with Experience Sicily at https://youtu.be/T-yp60Dut4w and…
Yoga In Sicily | Reserve Now And Save
October 1 marks an invitation to save $300 on Yoga In Sicily with Clio Mallin and Experience Sicily. Clio and I will be co-hosting a dreamy journey through Sicily from June 8-18, 2022. Practice yoga in Sicily and awaken your senses through the island’s vibrant villages, profound UNESCO sites, heartwarming locals, and awe-inspiring natural beauty….
Get Lost Before Breakfast In Sicily
Go out early, before the hustle starts. Wander through the alleyways and get lost before breakfast. What you’ll find will delight you — the simplicity of discovering a place as it wakes offers you a personal magic. (Ortigia around 7am)
Etna Has Been Talking A Lot
Mount Etna has been talking to us consistently this year. She has said hello 50 times since February, which has led to her southeastern crater now extending a little over 11,000 feet above sea level, surpassing the northeastern crater’s height, which was the highest point for decades. Etna has four summit craters, now two that…
Day 2 Of Stunning Sicily Looks Like This
I’m looking forward to spending Day 2 of our upcoming Stunning Sicily tour with Etna Wine School! Benjamin North Spencer, the author of this must-have volume for wine lovers, will host us for a wine making lesson, tour, and tasting at one of these outstanding wineries on Etna. We’ll enjoy a rustic lunch paired with…
I Am Ready To Travel To Sicily In October 2021
I’m ready to travel to Sicily–What about you? Last call for our October 2021 Stunning Sicily tour! Two spots left for fully-vaccinated travelers. Register by Sunday, September 12 at 5PM Eastern to qualify and receive a savings of $200 per person. Contact us today more details. (Photo Credit: Chiara Musumeci Fotografia)
The Lighthouse At Capo Zafferano
Some days I just have to post a photo of something that makes me feel good. Like this photo of “la mia terra,” the land from where my grandparents came. I’m looking forward to being back here at Capo Zafferano in a few weeks! Yes, you too, can enjoy the views. Join me in Sicily…
Traditional Sicilian Baskets
These traditional Sicilian baskets handmade from river reeds are used for countless purposes. This particular size with the handle may often be seen tied to a rope, being lowered from balconies throughout Sicily. Called “un panaru” in Sicilian, they are used to carry everything from fruits such as lemons, grapes, and olives to foodstuffs like…
Climbing To The Top Of La Rocca In Cefalù, Sicily
While in Sicily in August, my cousin Evelina (and Experience Sicily colleague) and I climbed to the top of La Rocca in Cefalù to see the remains of the ancient temple of Diana and the magnificent views of the medieval town below. If you are up for the hike, it is a rewarding way to…