A success story of a destination - Capo d’Orlando is a small Sicilian fishing village that has risen to be a beloved tourist destination. Sitting on the north-east coast, this small resort centers around beautiful beach life. Stretching on for an impressive 2km and boasting fine white sand and shingle, a focal point lighthouse, and palm tree promenade, it holds the promise of summer swims and warm evenings with a drink in hand. The charismatic town backs onto the mountains and offers pristine sunset views of the Aeolian Islands. When not gazing at the horizon or swimming in the soft blue sea, there’s museums housed in 19th century villas, ancient frescoed thermal baths, caves and castle ruins.
The chic Taormina, one of Italy's most historic holiday resorts, is a picturesque small town situated high above the Ionian Sea on Sicily's eastern coast. It has been a popular and trendy destination for over a century, and its hotels and restaurants are well-versed in welcoming international visitors. Not only are the views over Mount Etna, an active volcano, spellbinding, but Taormina is also known for its ancient Greek theatre, its many churches, numerous ruins and fantastic restaurants and bars.
Catania is located on the east coast of Sicily and is a popular charter yacht destination. Situated at the foot of Mount Etna, Catania offers an additional edge that can't be found in any other tourist destinations in the area. This beautiful Italian city has many famous attractions and sights that will definitely make your holiday in Italy an experience that is truly unforgettable.
Reggio Calabria is a popular holiday destination in the region of Calabria. It is located on the southern borders of Italy, just a few nautical miles from the island of Sicily. The port has been transformed in to an idyllic spot for tourists, with a long modern promenade which offers a multitude of pubs, cafés, clubs and other nightlife entertainment. It is also a city of great historical importance. A must see is the The National Archeological Museum, which among other relics, houses the famous Riace Bronzes - a pair of ancient Greek, life size, statues.
Located at the southern most end of the Aeolian islands, Vulcano Island is named after the Roman god of fire and is of course home to an active volcano which has had frequent eruptions. Don't be put off by the smell of sulphur - it has fantastic hiking paths, beaches that are characterised by dark, volcanic sand and mud baths which are said to have beneficial properties.
Lipari offers an excellent choice of beaches and anchors for family charters, along with beautiful churches and museums to please lovers of history & culture. One will also find a delicious choice of local cuisine from the world renowned chefs in the lovely restaurants on the island.
Stromboli is the northernmost island of this archipelago, which can be easily reached from mainland Sicily or from any of the other Aeolian Islands. It is the only island in the world with a permanently active volcano that juts sharply out of the sea, making it a unique charter destination. Because of the small size of this remote island, land transport is not available, making it an idyllic, unspoilt destination, excellent for exploring.
Cefalu is situated on the north-east of Sicily's coast and is about 70 kilometers from the eastern edge of Palermo, while Catania is about 180 kilometers north-west. A charter from Cefalu is often considered as part of a Sicilian route as it is one of the undiscovered gems of the Mediterranean. Cefalo has a great beach and old, winding medieval streets, with lovely restaurants overlooking the rugged coast, serving lovely southern Sicilian cuisine. Cefalu is home to an impressive Norman cathedral with its Byzantine mosaics and imposing twin towers, making it one of the most impressive in Europe.
Palermo, Sicily's capital, is a beautiful, historically rich Sicilian city with wonderful architecture, culture and gastronomy. This ancient European city has existed here for almost three thousand years and during that time, it has been influenced by various cultures. It is particularly noted for it's Norman architecture, churches and palaces. Palermo has numerous points of interest that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Palazzo Reale with the Cappella Palatine, the Chiesa di San Giovanni degli Eremiti and the Cattedrale di Palermo to name just a few.