Keep a lookout for these watchtowers that exist all along Sicily’s coastline. From at least the early 14th century through World War II, these watchtowers of all shapes and sizes (and now, conditions) earned their keep. The system was designed so that from one to the next the keepers could communicate with their compatriots what…
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Feel Sunlight In Your Heart With Sicily-inspired Yoga
The sunrise over Castellammare del Golfo welcomes a new day. Raise your awareness! This Thursday at 5:30pm EDT, join us online for Nourish Your Soul-stice a Sicily-inspired yoga practice and discussion about the maternal goddess Demeter. Certified yoga instructor Clio Mallin will lead a 20-minute gentle chair/standing practice that will connect you to the abundance…
The Joy Of Buongiorno In Sicily
Memories of the joyful greeting from my young cousin Sabrina in the vineyards of Trapani last spring
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…
They Looked For Love In Erice, Sicily
The town Erice (pronounced Èh-ree-chay) is named for Eryx (or Eros), the mythical son of the goddess Venus and her lover, King Bute of the ancient Elimi tribe (NB that makes the Greco-Roman hero Aeneas his half-brother.). Erice boasts a 12th century Norman castle (pictured), known as Il Castello di Venere or the Castle of…
We Are Your Advocates In Sicily
I hand-pick all of the accommodations where our Experience Sicily clients stay. In many cases, I have slept at the inn, scoped out the breakfast offerings, and tested the service. Or I have inspected the facility. You can’t smell photos or know if the mattresses are lumpy from a website. Often, Evelina, my partner in…
Demeter Left Her Scythe Behind In Sicily
Ancient Greek legend says that the port of Trapani on Sicily’s coastline at the foot of Mount Eryx, is the scythe of Demeter, her principal harvest tool, which she left behind when she hastened to look for her wailing daughter Persephone. This view from Erice includes the Egadi Islands in the background.
Cheese, Glorious Cheese: Sheep’s Milk Cheese In Sicily
Cheese, glorious cheese! Sheep’s milk cheese that is. In 2018, I wrote a nine part series about cheese making. “Let’s Talk Cheese” can be viewed starting at https://experiencesicily.com/2018/07/08/lets-talk-cheese-part-1/ Once you read Part 1, scroll to the bottom of the ExperienceSicily.com page to “Next Post” to continue. I know you never took cheese for granted before…
Sicily’s Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve Awaits
Dream now, travel later. We’ll be back swimming at Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve as soon as we can! Our skipper Mario is expecting us.
What’s Hidden, But Not, In Erice, Sicily
You have to go through the tunnel to arrive at the light. When wandering the medieval streets of Erice, Sicily, politely peek through doorways. The homes, just like the town itself, are fortifications. So, behind the seemingly drab (but functional for protection) front walls are charming hidden courtyards and gardens.