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

Isoco Guest House is surrounded by a lush garden, and is close to the city center of Taormina. A hot tub for use by guests is located in the garden, a Continental breakfast is also served in the garden daily.

Located in Cefalu, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The Cathedral of Cefalu is not, as with other Sicilian churches, a combination of a longitudinal and centralized floor plan. It is a straightforward Romanesque basilica with a transept, partly vaulted and partly covered with an open woodwork roof. The ma...

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 Museum of Specola located in the Astronomico Observatory of Palermo, Italy includes a rich collection of astronomical instruments, watches, meteorological and topographical tools, equipment physics and geomagnetismo. The collection is housed in the pr...

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 Piana degli Albanesi, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Located a few kilometers from the city, surrounded by a nature reserve, Argomesi Farm is a unique place in  Piana degli Albanesi where you can spend a tranquil stay and the rediscovery of ancient flavors of Palermo, Italy. You can enjoy the ancient r...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

At the Art Gallery, COLLEZIONAREA in Palermo, Italy is a toy collectors paradise. The first exhibition is dedicated to children, toys, toy soldiers and dolls are on display along with other items related to the world of children like clothing, school supp...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The "Masseria" (a word that defines an ancient self-sufficient rural structure held by Landlords in southern Italy in the last centuries where grains, olives and grapes where transformed) "Rossella" was edified on the late '700s on the ruins of an ancient...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

In the new center of the monumental Complex of Sant Anna the permanent collection of the Art Gallery of Modern Art known as Civica Galleria d Arte Moderna was inaugurated on 24 May 1910. The great National Exposure of the 1891-92 of Palermo, celebrat...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Just a few hundred metres from the Cathedral, the Norman Palace and from other important historical sites, Casa Marconi is ideal for a comfortable, trouble-free Bed and Breakfast holiday in Palermo, Italy. Thanks to its position near the university campu...