Selinunte - Ancient Temples and Stunning Beaches on Sicily's South Coast - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Selinunte: Ancient Temples and Stunning Beaches on Sicily’s South Coast August 12, 2024 – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Selinunte and Marinella di Selinunte Europe’s largest archaeological park, Selinunte, is located right next to the small seaside town of Marinella di Selinunte. Like Agrigento, the temple park is a must-visit if you’re traveling to southern Sicily, and Marinella is a charming stop along the southern coast. It has the same vibe as an English seaside town, with plenty of small bars and restaurants where you can enjoy the sunset. Here are our top tips…

Discover Modica and Ragusa - What to See and Do - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Discover Modica and Ragusa – What to See and Do! – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Visit Modica and Ragusa In the southeastern corner of Sicily, you’ll find the two small mountain towns, Modica and Ragusa. Modica is famous for its chocolate, while Ragusa is known for its cheese production. Both UNESCO towns offer breathtaking views from their mountain tops. The many baroque buildings, combined with the beautiful nature, make these towns a must-visit if you’re in the area. The train runs from Siracusa to the two mountain towns several times…

Discover Levanzo - A Tranquil Getaway on the Egadi Islands, Sicily - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Discover Levanzo: A Tranquil Getaway on the Egadi Islands, Sicily August 11, 2024 – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Levanzo – a small island off the coast of Sicily From the moment you board the plane in Billund until you step off the ferry on the small island of Levanzo, it takes only five hours. And that includes waiting time for both the airport bus and at the ferry port in Trapani. Levanzo is a piece of Italy you can only dream of. The pace is very slow, the food is good, and the…

Mount Etna - The Best Tips for Your Day Trip - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Mount Etna – The Best Tips for Your Day Trip to The Vulcano – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Tips for Your Visit to Mount Etna From Catania, you can already see the impressive volcano. On clear days, you can also spot the small plumes of smoke constantly rising from the summit. Etna is an active volcano that frequently erupts, and you should keep this in mind when planning your visit. Etna is not an amusement park but a place where powerful natural forces can come into play suddenly. The summit of the volcano…

The Best Tips for Your Holiday in Catania, Sicily - SittingUnderAPalmTree

The Best Tips for Your Holiday in Catania, Sicily – Posted in: Italy, Travel

What to See, Do, and Eat in Catania? Catania sits at the foot of Mount Etna and has experienced both earthquakes and multiple volcanic eruptions. The city has an intense and almost hysterical pulse, making it a rather fun place to visit. However, it might not be a city that everyone will equally appreciate. Catania is, after all, a city of contrasts. It is both incredibly dirty and grimy and yet infinitely beautiful. With trash…

Attractions in Catania, Sicily - 8 Things You Must Experience - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Attractions in Catania, Sicily – 8 Things You Must Experience! – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Tourist Attractions in Catania Catania is full of fascinating attractions. The city’s history stretches far back, and many different cultures have left their mark on it. Founded in the 8th century BC as a Greek colony in Magna Graecia, Catania was also part of the Arab emirate nearly 2,000 years later, under the name Madīnat al-fīl, the city of the elephant. The elephant is a symbol you’ll encounter frequently in the city, and as you…

Agrigento - Tips for the Valley of the Temples, Restaurants and Beaches - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Agrigento – Tips for the Valley of the Temples, Restaurants and Beaches – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and Everything Else! The Valley of the Temples is, of course, a must-see when you visit Agrigento, but the beautiful mountain town on the southwestern coast of Sicily offers so much more. There are plenty of great restaurants, a cozy nightlife, and it’s close to one of the really good beaches on Sicily’s south coast. Here’s a guide to attractions, food, and experiences in Agrigento. The Valley…

Must See Attractions In Lübeck, Germany - SittingUnderAPalmTree

8 Must See Attractions In Lübeck, Germany June 24, 2022 – Posted in: Germany, Travel

A GUIDE TO THE SIGHTS OF LÜBECK If you need tips on which sights in Lübeck you should see, here’s a guide for great attractions. Lübeck is one of the old Hanseatic cities, and Lübeck, with its many old buildings, testifies to a time when the lively trade brought a lot of money to the city. In 1987, Lübeck’s Altstadt, the well-preserved medieval town center, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List – and there…

Must See Attractions In Berlin, Germany - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Must See Attractions In Berlin, Germany June 23, 2022 – Posted in: Germany, Travel

LOTS OF ATTRACTIONS IN BERLIN! Berlin hides so much exciting history, both from World War II and the DDR era, but the city has been the center of trade, politics and culture for many centuries. As Berlin has many must-see attractions, it’s a good idea to read a about the sights from home. Berlin is also called the cultural capital of Europe. In addition to the must-see sights, the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburger Tor and…

Cook Islands – A Holiday In Paradise - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Cook Islands – A Holiday In Paradise! – Posted in: Cook Islands, Travel

COOK ISLANDS – THE PARADISE ISLANDS OF POLYNESIA Do you need inspiration for the next big holiday? Are you looking for the perfect place for a romantic honeymoon? Or would you just like to see something you have not experienced before? Then the Cook Islands are waiting for you! WHY SHOULD YOU GO TO THE COOK ISLANDS? “Welcome to Paradise”, says the Polynesian customs officer when you land on Rarotonga. It sounds like a cliché,…

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