Lonely PlanetAug 13
Sicily vs Sardinia: which Italian island should you escape to?
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Spectacular nightly fireworks on back-to-basics island.
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- Via del SalTrailLearn to harvest salt along this route.
- SegestaSightMajestic Greek-temple ruins.
- TaorminaNeighborhoodGlitzy town known for baroque beauty.
- NotoNeighborhoodBaroque beauty.
- CefalùNeighborhoodSeaside town with cinematic sands and old town.
- Capo CefalùSightSnorkel off sun-scorched rocks with locals.
- Riserva Naturale dello ZingaroNature reserveUncover tiny pebble coves cradling emerald waters.
- Capo MilazzoSightClamber across rocks to natural swimming pool.
- Riserva Naturale di Torre SalsaSightWild and windswept seashore on Mediterranean coast.
- EtnaSightExplosive peak, snow caps in winter.
- Wine TrainPlaceChance to eyeball Mt Etna.
- StromboliSightSpectacular nightly fireworks on back-to-basics island.
- PanareaNeighborhoodManicured island with insanely chic vibe.
- SelinunteAttractionGreek temple ruins.
- SyracuseSightAncient theater for classical tragedies.
- Madonie mountainsTrail
- EgadiPlace
- AeolianPlace
- Elsewhere
- Isola BellaSightTaormina, ItalyChic island destination.
- Hotel Villaggio StromboliHotelStromboli, ItalyWatch rooftop movies beneath the stars.
- Il CannetoRestaurantStromboli, ItalyBuzzy spot for breakfast and aperitivo.
- L’Angolo del PesceRestaurantStromboli, ItalyAfter-dark hotspot for raw fish.
- Bridge AmmareRestaurantPanarea, ItalyDrink cocktails overlooking Baia Zimmari.
- Baia ZimmariSightPanarea, ItalyBay with chic vibe.