mku4440

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!

GeoffHamer

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.

willmar

dont forget Malta. excellent visibility and WW2 wrecks.

mku4440

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?

Presocia

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.