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 Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Agriturismo Santa Margherita in Gioiosa Marea is a farm just one kilometre from the sea, near Capo Calavà, Gioiosa Marea and the Gulf of Patti, facing the Aeolian Islands. Accommodation on the farm includes two and three-rooms apartments with bathroom, pleasantly furnished with kitchenettes. Activities at Agriturismo Santa Margherita in Gioiosa Marea abound and include Horse riding, mountain bikes, 2 swimming-pools, windsurfing, beach volley, bowls, tennis / soccer, solarium and also ping pong.

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The Marbela Residence is located a mere 15 minutes walk from the city centre or 5 minutes by taxi or public transport. We are in a residential area close to the city- trade fair, to the main sports ground and close to the "Teatro della Verdura". Crossing ...

Located in Lipari, Messina, Sicily, Italy

It's a little hotel realised in 1950 by the swiss painter Edwin Hunziker renovating and enlarging an ancient eolian house immersed in the green of a wide garden of citruse trees and olives. Today it belongs to the artist's family that runs it with the sa...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Addaura Hotel Residence Congressi, is far 150 meters from the sea in the beautiful gulf of Mondello, Palermo, Italy. The structure offers Hotel, Residence, a modern Congress Center, Restaurant, Swimming Pool with hydro-massage for adults and a small one f...

Located in Taormina, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Greta Restaurant in Taormina is renowned for its excellent cooking and wide range of vegetarian options, and you can take in the panoramic views from the rooftop restaurant as you enjoy your meal.

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 Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Offering Italian cuisine in an elegant setting, Ristorante Cin Cin is one of Palermo, Italy's finest restaurants, ranked one of Palermo's five best by the food writers of the Italian newspaper L'Espresso. What makes Ristorante Cin Cin different? The food,...

Located in Taormina, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Bristol Park Hotel overlooks the beach and is close to many historical and cultural attractions in Taormina. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast in the spectacular panoramic breakfast room or on the summer terrace.

Located in Taormina, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Dating back to 1885, Hotel Victoria is a family-run hotel in Taormina, and with its display of typical ancient Sicilian architecture, combined with its modern comforts, makes for a relaxing and memorable stay.

Located in Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Ristorante Agriturismo Santa Margherita in Gioiosa Marea serves genuine good old fashioned home cooked meals in the traditional Sicilian manner. Only natural products are used and no excuses is needed to visit the Ristorante Agriturismo Santa Margherita in Gioiosa Marea for an excellent lunch or dinner and live music.