Why Visit Sicily?
Visit Sicily for its striking contrasts: a live volcano, ornate Baroque towns and a seafood-rich coastline all within easy reach. Walk ancient Greek temples at Agrigento, wander the honey‑coloured streets of Noto and Ragusa, then lose yourself in Palermo’s Ballarò market for fresh olives, panelle and bold espresso.
See Mount Etna’s lunar slopes and take a ferry to the Aeolian Islands for volcanic trails and clear water. Taste arancini, cannoli, granita and Etna wines—each dish rooted in local produce and centuries of trade.
Practical takeaways: base yourself in Palermo or Catania, hire a car for inland villages and coastal detours, and travel in spring or autumn for milder weather and quieter sites.
Mount Etna is a UNESCO World Heritage site, inscribed in 2013, with almost continuous activity documented for at least 2,700 years—a living laboratory for Earth sciences on Sicily’s eastern flank.
Dine with a View
Short answer: for a memorable meal above the lights of Sicily, choose Ristorante La Collina D’Oro . Perched high in the mountains with a sparkling pool and an atmospheric outdoor terrace, it’s the practical choice for an evening that pairs scenery with dependable food. Expect fresh seafood, authentic pizzas and surprising Asian-inspired dishes, all matched to attentive service and a concise local-wine list. Go at dusk for the best light, book ahead on weekends, and combine it with a late-afternoon coastal drive so you arrive relaxed. The setting suits celebration or a quiet night away from the town centre — solid flavours, clean presentation and a relaxed rhythm that makes planning simple and pleasurable.
Etna DOC was established in 1968—the first Denominazione di Origine Controllata in Sicily—setting the quality standard that still guides winemaking on the volcano’s slopes today.