Lonely Planet
A Life-Affirming Sailing Itinerary in Sicily's Aeolian Islands
A long-standing dream becomes a reality with this week-long Italian sailing adventure through the Aeolian Islands of Sicily.
Lonely PlanetAug 20
The 10 best places to visit in Sicily
Fabulous beaches, storied cities, rural retreats and Europe’s largest volcano: Sicily has it all. Here’s where to go (and stay) on this storied island.
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- DuomoRestaurantRagusa, ItalyBaroque church in Ragusa Ibla designed by Rosario Gagliardi.
- Palazzo dei NormanniMuseumPalermo, ItalyIt was the seat of the Kings of Sicily with the Hauteville dynasty and served afterwards as the main seat of power for…
- Cattedrale di MonrealePlace of worshipMonreale, ItalySicily's finest example of Norman architecture with glittering gold mosaics.
- Giardino della KolymbetraParkAgrigento, ItalyRomantic citrus grove within the Valley of the Temples.
- Cappella PalatinaPlace of worshipPalermo, ItalyA treasure of Norman architecture in Palazzo dei Normanni.
- Mt EtnaNature reserveCatania, ItalyEurope's largest active volcano, offering hiking and stunning views.
- Aeolian IslandsNeighborhoodMilazzo, ItalySeven-island paradise for island-hopping, beaches, and wine tasting.
- Monti MadonieTrailPalermo, ItalyRugged mountains with medieval hilltop villages and exceptional cuisine.
- Casale DrinziHotelPetralia Soprana, ItalyAgriturismo farm stay with kitchens bursting with local ingredients.
- Madonie ExplorersPlacePetralia Soprana, ItalyNature guides for exploring the Madonie mountains and harvesting manna.
- Ragusa IblaNeighborhoodRagusa, ItalyBaroque labyrinth of streets with decorative masks and cherubs.
- Palazzo Arezzo di TrifilettiAttractionRagusa, ItalyAristocratic palace from the baroque era in Ragusa Ibla.
- Chiesa e Monastero di Santa Caterina d’AlessandriaSightPalermo, Italy
- Museo Archeologico Regionale Antonio SalinasMuseumPalermo, Italy
- Rifugio SapienzaSightCatania, Italy
- Pa.Pe.Rò al GlicineRestaurantRinella, Italy
- Gelati DiViniIce cream shopRagusa, Italy
National GeographicAug 4
The best Italian islands to visit in 2026
Think of Italian islands and most likely Sardinia andSicily springto mind. Beyond the coasts of these megastars, you’ll find quiet countryside villages, as well as over 400 smal ...
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- SignumRestauranthotel and Michelin-starred restaurant
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- SolideaRestaurantPantelleria, Italytasting rooms for sweet wine
- Marina CorricellaTrailProcida, Italyfishing village with candy-coloured houses
- Palazzo d’AvalosMuseumProcida, Italyconverted palace and former prison with gallery
- Danilo PistonePlaceProcida, Italyartist who painted electrical power substations
- Cala RossaViewpointFavignana, Italybeach fringed in Maldivian-shaded shallows
- Florio complexMuseumFavignana, Italyformer tuna fishery with 1970s machinery
- CampariaRestaurantFavignana, Italymodern lifestyle hub with art space
- Chiaia di LunaSightPonza, Italyperfect crescent beach backdropped by white rock
- SailogyPlacePonza, Italycharter a skippered boat
- Palmarola islandSightPonza, Italynature reserve
- Grotte di PilatoSightPonza, Italytunnels carved into the coastline
- Porto VecchioSightVentotene, ItalyRoman-era port on nearby Ventotene
- Poseidon GardensSightIschia, Italychic mid-century thermal bathing
- Sorgeto BaySightIschia, Italynatural cove with thermal springs
- Mount EpomeoTrailIschia, Italydormant volcanic peak
- Maddalena archipelagoSightLa Maddalena, Italyprotected national park with neon waters
- BudelliSightLa Maddalena, Italyfamed for its pale-pink sands
- Santa MariaSightLa Maddalena, Italyplace to lay a towel with family homes
- SpargiSightLa Maddalena, Italywild island accessible by private boat
- CapreraSightLa Maddalena, Italyhas pine forests and electric-blue coves
- Cala CoticcioSightLa Maddalena, Italy
- Cala BrigantinaSightLa Maddalena, Italy
Condé Nast TravelerJan 12
16 Best Restaurants in Sicily for Mount Etna Sunsets, Local Wine, and Next-Level Street Food
From Michelin-starred restaurants to underrated scenic supper spots, these are the must-visit restaurants in Sicily.
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- Hotel SignumHotelfamily-run boutique hotel
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- La MadiaRestaurantAgrigento, Italytwo Michelin-starred tasting menu joint
- Palazzo Previtera Kitchen & BarRestaurantLinguaglossa, Italyintriguing blend of Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine
- Casa DiodorosRestaurantAgrigento, Italyfamily-run restaurant and cooking school
- Temple of ConcordiaSightAgrigento, Italybeautifully preserved Roman temple
- DuomoRestaurantRagusa, Italytwo-Michelin star restaurant
- Locanda NerelloRestaurantEtna, Italyboutique hotel restaurant
- Monaci Delle Terre NereHotelEtna, Italybucolic wine estate and baronial house
- NormaRestaurantNoto, Italybistrot with locavore food
- Zash Boutique Hotel and SpaHotelEtna, Italyhotel with a Michelin star restaurant
- Ristorante Locanda Don SerafinoRestaurantRagusa Ibla, Italyrestaurant in a vaulted cave
- Otto GelengRestaurantTaormina, Italyrestaurant on a bougainvillea-smothered terrace
- Belmond Grand Hotel TimeoHotelTaormina, Italygrande dame hotel
- Hostaria San PietroRestaurantTrapani, Italyseafood couscous
- Il CarrettoRestaurantCefalù, Italyauthentic neighborhood trattoria
MonocleSep 1, 2016
Discerning stop-offs
Looking for a sunny bolthole or taking time out in a major city? Our selection of the finest new openings will see you dine, shop and keep fit in style.
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- CapofaroHotelResort surrounded by Malvasia vines, owned by vintners.
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- WM Mulherin’s Sons PhiladelphiaRestaurantPhiladelphia, United StatesFour guestrooms open in October, one with a claw-foot bathtub.
- Grand CaféRestaurantHong KongOffers global inspiration with floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
- Santo Mercurio Country HouseHotelCilento, ItalyThree rooms look out over the harbour and the Tyrrhenian Sea.
- NeutralworksPlaceTokyo, JapanStudio, fitness shop, and café where sport and science intersect.
- Nest GenevaHotelGeneva, SwitzerlandOffers 13 apartments with Boffi kitchens and design classics.
- CallPlaceTokyo, JapanCafé and shop selling clothes, homeware, and textiles.
- Guest UrbanHotelSão Paulo, BrazilSuites in a renovated townhouse with a 1960s feel.
- Villa della PergolaHotelAlassio, Italy12 suites across three villas in an English-style garden.