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 Taormina, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Ristorante Al Giardino in Taormina is always busy and once you've dined there, your dining experience will tell you why. Although there is a no fuss, standard menu, the quality of food is good and prices are reasonable.

Located in Casteldaccia, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The Bed and Breakfast Piano Verde in Casteldaccia Italy, 150 meters from the A PA-CT, offers its customers the possibility of a pleasant stay in its structure cleverly finished with tastefully decorated rooms and attention to detail, provided with toilets...

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 Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Set in 1975 by the Association for the preservation of folk traditions, the Antonio Pasqualino International Puppet Museum has constantly taken its inspiration from modern museology and theatre activities, becoming one of the best examples of museography ...

Located in Lipari, Messina, Sicily, Italy

The Urso Guglielmo company has been operating in the field of bus rental with driver since 1951, asserting itself among the most qualified companies in this activity, acknowledged in the italian territory as well as on the international one. The compan...

Located in Cinisi, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Having been totally renovated in 2006, the Palm Beach Hotel, in Palermo, Italy is situated on the promenade infront of the stretch of fine sand of the Magaggiari beach it enjoys a splendid panoramic view of the gulf of Castellammare and it combines the mo...

Located in Caccamo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Bed and Breakfast Paese Albergo Caccamo, in Palermo, Italy is immersed between the green prickly pears of India, lonely and lovely, on the slopes of Mount San Calogero rises Caccamo. A rich artistic heritage, traditions and legends, with its cobbled stree...

Located in Gioiosa Marea, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Villa Ridente Club in Gioiosa Marea is a resort offering a delightful panorama over the Aeolic islands, for relaxation on the private beach indulge in the beach bar or have a meal at the in-house Restaurant/pizzeria “Le Terrazze”. Accommodation consists of a studio and one and two bedroom family apartments with sea views over the unspoiled Costa Thyrrhenian Coast, this resort embodies an ancient charm, the purity of a lost Mediterranean. With a staff dedicated to making your dreams come true, discover the magic that is Villa Ridente Club in Gioiosa Marea.

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The Norman Palace (known to many as the Royal Palace) should be on the top of your Tourist Attraction list. Situated in an area that, in the 6th Century BC, was chosen by the Carthaginians (originally from Libya and famous for founding the city of Cartha...

Located in Lampedusa, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

La Rosa dei Venti Club in Lampedusa (Italy) is conceived to welcome a limited number of guests and the reception is not formal but refined, it seems to be in your own home with friends always at your disposal without being intrusive. La Rosa dei Venti Cl...