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sandy46 Apr 5th, 2008 04:09 PM

Only have 1 day -Taormina or Mt.Etna
 
Our cruise affords us only one day-trip in Sicily. Which to choose? We've seen craters in Hawaii & Maui. Is Mt. Etna different? Please give us your opinion.
Thanks

AtlTravelr Apr 6th, 2008 04:35 AM

We were in Sicily last year and went to both Taormina and Mt. Etna. I've never been to Hawaii but I would imagine that a volcano is a volcano. Same can be said of Taormina - it is yet another pretty city to wander around. My husband would choose the volcano every time and I would choose the city.

brusselschap Apr 6th, 2008 04:41 AM

Taomrina... and call ahead to have lunch at an outside table at the Duomo restaurant

Vttraveler Apr 6th, 2008 04:53 AM

I'd also do the day trip to Taormina. It is a popular resort and touristy but beautiful. Not sure what other ruins you will see on the cruise, but Taormina gives you a Greek theater in a spectacular setting

sandy46 Apr 6th, 2008 06:32 AM

Thank you one and all.

Sicilyforever Apr 7th, 2008 02:27 PM

you can go both or decide to do Taormina and winery tour if you don't fancy to go up to etna .check it out this website http://www.sicilylimousineservice.com/sicily/index.htm
for customize tours

misscarol Apr 7th, 2008 06:15 PM

Was there 3 years ago.Stayed in Taormina and also went to Etna. I would do Taormina and if you are lucky you may hear etna rumble. Even though Taormina is loaded with tourists, it is very beautiful and the Greek theatre is fantastic, as are the views.


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