Sometimes called the Aeolian Islands (as the domain of Aeolus, god of the winds), the Lipari Islands are a volcanic archipelago visible from Sicily's eastern Tyrrhenian coast, easily accessible by ferry or hydrofoil from Milazzo and also Messina. The principal islands are Lipari, Salina, Filicudi, Alicudi, Stromboli, Panarea and Vulcano. Here you'll find beautiful scenery, volcanoes, castles, thermal resorts, water sports, good fishing and, of course, some great beaches. Do expect crowds in Summer months, and seasonal schedules for hotels and restaurants (which may be closed in Winter).

Palermo is a historic city in southern Italy, the capital of the autonomous region Sicily and the province of Palermo. The city is noted for its rich history, culture, architecture and gastronomy, playing an important role throughout much of its existence; it is over 2,700 years old. Palermo is located in the north-west of the island of Sicily, right by the Gulf of Palermo in the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, close to Messina and Catania. Its Arabic name was Jebel Utlamat (the Mountain of Fire). It is the largest active volcano in Europe, currently standing 3,329 metres (10,922 ft) high, though this varies with summit eruptions; the mountain is 21 m (69 ft) lower now than it was in 1981. It is the highest mountain in Italy south of the Alps. Etna covers an area of 1,190 km² (460 sq mi) with a basal circumference of 140 km. This makes it by far the largest of the three active volcanoes in Italy, being about two and a half times the height of the next largest, Mount Vesuvius.

Balestrate is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 25 km southwest of Palermo. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 5,853 and an area of 3.9 km².

Cinisi is a comune in the province of Palermo in Sicily.

Isnello is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 70 km southeast of Palermo.

Cefalu is a city and comune in the province of Palermo, located on the northern coast of Sicily, Italy on the Tyrrhenian Sea about 75 km east from the provincial capital and 185 km west of Messina. The town is one of the major tourist attractions in the region.

Bagheria is a town in the Province of Palermo in Sicily, Italy.

Caccamo is a town located on the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily in the Province of Palermo.

Capaci is a town and a commune in the Province of Palermo in Sicily, Italy. In 2004 the commune was inhabited by 10,129 people, with the density of 1,688.2 people per square kilometer.

Isola delle Femmine (Sicilian: Isula dî Fìmmini) is an Italian town in North-Western Sicily, administratively part of the province of Palermo. It has 6,208 inhabitants (as of 2001).

Piana degli Albanesi is an Italian comune in the Province of Palermo, Sicily. It has 6,227 inhabitants as of 2001.

Campofelice di Roccella is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 50 km southeast of Palermo.

Casteldaccia is a town in the province of Palermo, Sicilia, Italy. It is the seat of the Vini Corvo wine producer.

Caronia is a town and comune on the north coast of Sicily, in the province of Messina, about half way between Tyndaris (modern Tindari) and Cephaloedium (modern Cefalù).

Gioiosa Marea (Sicilian: Giujusa) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Messina in the Italian region Sicily, located about 130 km east of Palermo and about 60 km west of Messina.

Borgetto in Sicilian: Lu Burgettu, is a small mountain town near the province of Palermo in Sicily. As of 2007 Borgetto had an estimated population of 6,875.  

Trabia is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 30 km southeast of Palermo.

Santa Flavia, known as Solanto until 1880, is a town of 10,318 people in the province of Palermo.

Located in Cefalu, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

We beagn the activity of the Bed and Breakfast,  La Finestra sul Parco in 2004 in Cefalu, Italy. Believing in this type of classified hospitality for those who prefer to renounce the comforts of a hotel and appreciate the warm acceptance th...

Located in Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Borgo Restaurant situated in Borgo San Francesco in Gioiosa Marea is an enchanting restaurant offering traditional Sicilian specialities with floor-to-ceiling windows enhancing the views. Local and bottled wines are served and all produce is fresh sometimes grown only steps away from the Borgo Restaurant, vegetarian meals are also catered - staff are friendly and committed to pleasing the discerning guest. Cooking classes are also offered to groups at the Borgo Restaurant in Gioiosa Marea.

Located in Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Hotel Capo Skino in Gioiosa Marea on the Tyrrhenian coast to the north of Sicily is located 500 meters from the city center and is located opposite the sea, reached by a charming staircase or by shuttle service. Hotel Capo Skino has a lobby, lounge and TV room, disco, 2 bars as well as numerous sports facilities and a panoramic swimming pool, tennis courts, archery, soccer, volleyball, bocce court and ping-pong. Walk to the Sandy beach, equipped with deckchairs and parasols right below the Hotel Capo Skino in Gioiosa Marea.

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Bed and Breakfast, Acqualiquida Delle Rose rises in a valley with an intense anthropological value. It is a romantic and charming Sicilian Country house, whose wood and stone structures laid on the top of a hill, set in the landscape of green olive-t...

Located in Cefalu, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The guests of the Bed and Breakfast Collegio Di Maria, can enjoy one of the most beautiful views of Cefalu, being at walking distance from the Cathedral and the main places of interest. At Cefalu you will enjoy a breathtaking view of its enchanting sea an...

Located in Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Residence Villa Guilia in Gioiosa Marea between Capo d'Orlando and Cape Calavà, facing the Aeolian Islands offers 35 apartments and studios and a cottage with balcony only 700 metres from the sea, all with magnificent sea views. For nature lovers there are excursions to the park Nebrodi, the Aeolian Islands, Etna, the Alcantara Gorges and the lakes of Tindari, and for sport lovers nearby is Horse riding, paragliding, tennis and the residence pool with water slide for kids. There is also a bar and TV room for adult relaxation at the Residence Villa Guilia in Gioiosa Marea.

Located in Lipari, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Situated in the heart of the small public square on the sea of Mairna Corta where splendid external terrace shows oneself with one; it proposes to the own customers a comfortable and familiar atmosphere, one immense chosen of plates duffles-coat enriched ...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Castelbuono owes its origins to Ventimiglia, Gentlemen's County, Geraci, who, in early 1300, decided to build a castle on the hill overlooking the old farmhouse "Ypsigro" called Castello di Castelbuono in Palermo, Italy. Castello di Castelbuono is a great...

Located in Cinisi, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Situated close to Cinisi at 7 kms from the airport and 20 kms from Palermo downtown Magaggiari Hotel Resort is the only 4 stars hotel which offers three different types of accomodation. New building, opened in 2005, is divided in 27 hotel rooms, 13 resid...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The magnificent Bed and Breakfast, San Gabriele, in Palermo Italy in the lauro's street at Kalsa was built by the owner. Thanks to the location of Bed and Breakfast, San Gabriele,  in Palermo Italy in the heart of the historical center, it offers the...