sicily travel questions
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sicily travel questions
We are thinking of heading to Sicily in May/early June for my 30th birthday. We don't know much about the island, but have heard a bit about the Aeolian and Egadi Islands.
What are travel ideas? My husband and I are avide scuba divers, love the beach, fishing, good food, outdoor activities, etc. We aren't interested in museums and such, but wouldn't mind visiting a few ruins.
Should we rent a car for a few days to see the countryside and then find a nice beach resort? We will have about 6-7 full days to spend in Sicily.
Thanks for your help!
What are travel ideas? My husband and I are avide scuba divers, love the beach, fishing, good food, outdoor activities, etc. We aren't interested in museums and such, but wouldn't mind visiting a few ruins.
Should we rent a car for a few days to see the countryside and then find a nice beach resort? We will have about 6-7 full days to spend in Sicily.
Thanks for your help!
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There are fourteen islands off Sicily: Vulcano, Lipari, Salina, Panarea, Stromboli, Alicudi and Filicudi (Eolie); Ustica; Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo (Egadi); Pantelleria; Linosa; Lampedusa. Some sound ideal for your interests. Most of the islands are too small for a car to be of any use. May and June are before the peak season, so you'll have no trouble finding accommodation wherever you choose to go.
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Thanks, my husband has a coworker from Marettimo who suggested we visit Sicily. Thank I saw the special on Panera on Fine Living.
What are good web resources and books to research our options?
What are good web resources and books to research our options?
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You may want to check out www.egadiweb.it
I found it useful when I was planning a daytrip to Favignana. The Zingaro National Reserve is also a beautiful spot to explore with beaches.
I found it useful when I was planning a daytrip to Favignana. The Zingaro National Reserve is also a beautiful spot to explore with beaches.