Although the exact origin of Acireale's Carnival in Sicily (Catania province) is unknown, most believe that like all Italian Carnivals, it probably derived from the ancient Roman Saturnal Games. Let's explore the reasons why it's known as the "most beautiful Carnival in Sicily"! @catania.liveuniversity.it Its History The first ...

Perhaps the people of Catania are exaggerating a bit when they say this is the "second biggest religious festival in the world". Well, maybe we are not quite at a planetary level, but the feast of St. Agatha is a show that goes on for almost ...

What could be better than bundling up in your warmest winter clothes and strolling down the cobblestone streets of a fairytale-like Italian village this Christmas? Now imagine sipping on a luscious hot chocolate or perhaps mulled wine while you admire the town's light displays, Christmas ...

If you thought that southern Italy was just for visiting in the summertime, think again! Christmas is in the air and the Christmas markets are open in Abruzzo, Molise, Campania, Calabria, Basilicata, Puglia, and on the islands of Sicily and Sardinia. This is a list ...

Spending a weekend in Sicily is not only possible, but it's also a necessity! And it is even more beautiful than what you would expect. At least for me, a native Umbrian, Sicily has been a recent discovery and now that I've been, I'm totally ...

Cefalù (pronounced cheh-fah-loo) is an unbelievably beautiful town along Sicily's northern coast. Both the Madonie mountains and the Tyrrhenian Sea serve as its backdrop. For the wanderlust traveler, Cefalù offers everything from history and culture to amazing food, and a stunning coastline. It is also part ...

The tiny island of Ustica lies north of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It's known above all for its scuba diving and marine reserve. Although it's only a one-and-a-half-hour ferry ride from the Sicilian city of Palermo, it is worlds away from the masses. Join ...

The city of Noto is located in south-eastern Sicily and has been deemed the "Capital of Baroque". In 2002, its entire historic center was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the most fascinating cities on the entire island of Sicily and ...

If you plan on visiting Catania, then this mini-guide on what to do and see is a must-read. Catania is a city full of culture, tradition and mouth-watering dishes. And don't underestimate its fantastic sea and the countless possibilities on Mount Etna! A Little History Founded in ...

Not by any means one of the more well-known towns when visiting Sicily, Caccamo is truly a gem that very few people get the chance to see. Not many tourists wander about the streets here and those who do are likely visiting a relative. Caccamo is a small ...