For those who have never visited the island of Sicily, it may come as a surprise to learn that this region of Italy has just as much in common with Arab culture as it does Italian. Of course, you will find pasta, pizza, and plenty of Aperol, but you’ll also find labyrinthine Kasbahs, dishes infused …
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I’m going to be completely honest with you – 3 days in Rome is not enough. The Italian capital city is massive, with such a rich history and so many impressive sights that you could spend a month in Rome and still only scratch the surface. Even the most Type A travellers will not be …
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Visiting Rome in winter is not something that most people consider. It certainly wasn’t somewhere I’d ever considered for a winter city break. It doesn’t have world-famous Christmas markets like Germany, or year-round sun like the Canary Islands, and isn’t a winter sports paradise like Switzerland. Nevertheless, I figured that if I was going to …
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Before I visited Sicily for the first time, I had no idea just how much this tiny little island in the Mediterranean had to offer. I knew there would be sunshine, sand, and probably some really great pasta, but that was about it. Little did I know what awaited me in Bella Sicilia. Cave villages, …
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Trapani is a great place to visit in Sicily, whether you’re looking for a place to base yourself from while you explore the western side of the island, or if you’re looking for a single destination to visit where you can relax and enjoy some peace and quiet. Known as the ‘City of Salt and …
Everybody that I know in Palermo, both Sicilian and expat, laughs at how much I adore La Vucciria. Seriously, if I could scoop up this little corner of Palermo and transport it with me everywhere I go, I would. You see, while almost every other article and guide to Palermo will tell you that La …
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