Taormina, The Hill-Top Town You’ll Fall In Love With

Living in the biggest island in the Mediterranean is giving me a lot of opportunities to explore it. Throughout history, from the Greeks to modern day Italy, Sicily has had high-importance strategically for military operations, economic trade, and control of resources. From ancient times to modern day life it has also been a place to holiday and no other town stands out like Taormina.

On a hill-top not too far away from the strait that divides Sicily from the Italian Peninsula lies a charming city, facing out toward the Ionian Sea from a high, natural terrace. With its Medieval architecture, its ancient Greek soul, and the colors of Mediterranean foliage, Taormina is one of the most beautiful places you could visit in the world. The Greeks and Romans who holidayed in Taormina savoured that very same view, and it continues to be a destination to this day.

Centuripe, Sicily : A Unique Village That Looks Like A Person

Italy is a country full of truly unique villages in the world. You can find places that are known for their rich history, while others are known just for their particular beauty. In Sicily there is a place that is peculiar and fascinating that is known for its shape. The name of this town is Centuripe.

It is a village that gets its beauty from being perched on five cliffs that are joined together, which gives life to a picturesque man-shape. Known as the "balcony of Sicily", this town has stunning views across to Mount Etna. Centuripe has avoided mass tourism, since It has been on my to-do-list, I will be the visiting tourist to explore this place.

Brucoli, Sicily The Complete Guide To Food and Drinks

I have been living in Brucoli for six months now and It is officially Spring. With the weather warming up walking into town is easy. This is my first spring here and I am starting to notice that the crowds are growing in the weekends. Parking is getting harder to find as the small roads become congested with vehicles that the visitors are making their own parking spots. Fortunately, the parking situation is not an Issue for me. I can walk into town without a problem, which makes it easy to start exploring more of what this fishing hamlet has to offer. Usually, I am writing about places I have been, but Brucoli’s atmosphere has made me realize that there are some good restaurants that utilize what the sea has to offer and I would like to share some of my favorites.

ENJOY ONE FULL DAY IN ROME, THE ETERNAL CITY

Rome is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Rich of history dating back from 753 B.C., it is full of archeological sites, attractions and things to do. With what Rome has to offer, you could stay a lifetime exploring it. No wonder they call it "The Eternal City.

Attracting millions of visitors every year. It is a perfect place to start your Italian trip. I had the luxury to fly in for a weekend and managed to see a lot. I arrived on a Friday morning, had all Saturday, and left on Sunday morning. Even with one full day, you would be surprised of what you can see.

PERATONER’S PASTRIES NEAR AVIANO WILL MAKE YOU COMEBACK

Italy has been the country where I have spent the majority of my adult life. Being stationed at Aviano Air Base for 11 years can really make you a local. Not only did I pick up the language, but I learned all the good spots that are popular within the community. Growing up pastries where never my thing, but this place changed my mind and got me hooked.

How to Explore the Stunning Siracusa Archeological Park

As Roman and Greek history came together, two of the most significant ancient archaeological sites from both civilizations are situated next to one another…

Syracuse & Ortigia, Discover The Astonishing Ancient City Southeast Of Sicily

Siracusa (or Syracuse, as it is still often referred as in English) is a beautiful town, with plenty to see for at least a couple of days. This town is a fine cultural destination and very significant in developing the Mediterranean culture for over three millennia, which is why it is recognized by UNESCO's heritage list.

Brucoli, Sicily : Little-known Off-beat Destination You Never Heard About

I could have chosen to live in a big city, but I really wanted to live somewhere away from the chaos that a big city has, but be near enough where I can drive to it. I wanted a small coastal town, with the essentials, which to me is a few bar options, some restaurants, grocery store and a bakery. Well, I found it and it and it puts me in the middle of two cool cities, Syracuse and Catania. Brucoli is the town I will be calling home for a while and I would love to share this hidden coastal pearl with you.

Catania Is Wonderful : Things To See In One Day

I still haven't fully settled in, but thanks to a friend who has already been living here for a while, and who offered me his second car to use until mine gets here from the US. Due to his kindness, I had my first taste of exploring the charming island of Sicily. In this case, the wonderful city of Catania

Hike Through A Beautiful Mountain Village ON Lake Barcis

Being stationed at Aviano Air Base, Italy placed me in a position that made traveling very accessible. About two-hour drive north, you can make it to Austria, two hours east, easily puts you in Slovenia or Croatia. Two-hour drive in other directions puts you into some beautiful places within Italy. What about those weekends when you are off-duty and you want to keep it somewhat local? Well, I might have a spot for you.