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.

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.

Taormina is a comune and small town on the east coast of the island of Sicily, Italy, in the Province of Messina, about midway between Messina and Catania.

Located in Lampedusa, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

The Hotel Cupola Bianca  reserves a dominant position in respect of the small village of Lampedusa, Italy. Located on a headland where tall palm trees look down over olive, carub and hibiscus plants. All this marvelous greenery transforms the Hotel ...

Located in Mondello, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Charm alongside the Sea The Hotel Villa Esperia in Mondello, Italy is placed in one of the most elegant parts of Mondello, it is located in an ancient villa near the sea and not very far from the city centre. The Hotel Villa Esperia in Mondello, Italy h...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

This charming residence of Le Terrazze Bed and Breakfast is located in the core of the historical centre of Palermo, Italy, just in front of the Cathedral, in a building bearing witness to the continuous presence of significant civilization in this oldest...

Located in Messina, Messina, Sicily, Italy

Welcome to Jolly Restaurant dello Stretto, located in the Jolly Hotel Messina serving Sicilian and Italian cuisine. This contemporary hotel restaurant has the most panoramic view of the wharves that service the ships coming in from Reggio Calabria, along...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The Cathedral of Palermo is an architectural complex in Palermo, Italy and is characterized by the presence of different styles, due to a long history of additions, alterations and restorations, the last of which occurred in the 18th century. The Cathedra...

Located in Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

The Library, Biblioteca di STORIA PATRIA of the Society for the History Sicilian homeland began to establish themselves early in 1873 through purchases, but mainly due to large donations and related (Special Funds) of illustrious Sicilian personalities in...

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 Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Alfa Car Rental, in Palermo, Italy stems from new services tailored to the market demands in current times, in fact, in relation to traffic problems and needs of freedom in the work and leisure has identified solutions car and especially motonoleggio to o...

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 Palermo, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Rumor has it that Capricci di Sicilia, in the heart of Palermo, Italy next to the Teatro Politeama, is the best Restaurant in town for cassata siciliana (sponge cake with sheep's-milk ricotta and candied fruit). Only typical Sicilian specialties are serve...