I must admit something. Our visit to Favignana was one of the most impressive days we have experienced in Sicily so far. Yet if you asked me exactly why, I honestly do not think I could give you one clear answer. Sometimes a place simply feels right. We massively underestimated
I will be honest with you, friends, our research before moving to Sicily was slightly chaotic. We were no different than any other dreamer thinking of the Mediterranean life. We talked about lemon trees and olive trees (I know that whilst it is absolutely true and available, it is literally
Ragusa has quickly become one of my absolute favourite places in Sicily and, honestly, if I would ever have to leave Terrasini, it would probably be for this place. Why? Of course, it is a great functioning city. You are close enough to Catania and the airport, close enough to
You might have heard us say this already before, but on the south-east coast of Sicily, Modica is one of our absolute favourite cities. Mostly because of how unique it is. Though every single time we come here, the atmosphere feels slightly different. A different atmosphere every time you
The Valley of the Temples is probably one of the most famous historical sites in Sicily and honestly, it fully deserves that reputation. Even if you already know what it looks like from photos, seeing it in person still feels different. The scale is much bigger than we expected and
We didn’t think much of Cinisi at first. Sure, it is a beautiful coastal town with mountain views from practically every corner. But, to be fair, there are many places like this in Sicily. So what actually makes it different? And, more importantly, why is Palermo Airport not in
I will be honest with you, I am struggling slightly to write about Terrasini. But it's not because the lack of words of photos, quite the opposite. I have started several drafts already that have somehow turned into a full on novel and choosing just a few from
In general, this is our absolute favorite hike in Sicily and we are not the only ones who feel that way. There is something about this place that pulls you in without you really knowing why. We usually take the trail you can see in our youtube video. It is
In general, I always knew Easter in Sicily would be a big thing, but as it is with things in Sicily, you never quite know what to expect unless you have experienced it before. So let’s start from the beginning. Good Friday in Palermo On Friday, we went to
Sicily has been changing a lot in the last few years and this is not something you read in articles or theorise about, we see it on the ground almost daily. People are not coming here only for holidays anymore. They are relocating, and not in small numbers. It’s
We had high expectations for Noto. And, as always in Sicily, that’s usually where things go slightly wrong. The places you expect the most from tend to disappoint you a little. The ones you don’t think about at all end up staying with you. Noto fell somewhere in
In general, I couldn’t tell that Taormina was my favourite place in Sicily. And the disappointment hit a bit harder than expected, because the expectations were… high. Maybe too high. If you’ve seen photos of Taormina, you already know why. Everything about it looks unreal. The kind of
When people talk about must-see places in Sicily, one name comes up again and again: Syracuse. If you ask tourists what their favorite city on the island is, many will say Siracusa without hesitation. Naturally, that meant we arrived here with very high expectations. But after traveling through almost
I will be honest. I was not excited about Catania at all. Before visiting, I had heard the same description many people repeat. Chaotic. Loud. Messy. Impossible traffic. So naturally I expected a city where you survive the experience rather than enjoy it. Instead, Catania surprised me almost immediately. First
Everyday Life
In general, if I am being fully honest, I expected not to like the markets in Catania. Not hate them. Just… Not care that much. I even considered skipping the market completely. We didn’t. And I’m very glad we didn’t. La Pescheria We started at La Pescheria,
Daily Life
Some experiences are beautiful. And some feel like you were quietly allowed into something sacred that has been alive for centuries. Our visit to Antica Dolceria Bonajuto in Modica was the second kind. Yes, it is the oldest chocolate factory in Sicily. Yes, it is well known. But what made
Expat Life
San Vito Lo Capo is one of the most famous beach towns in Sicily. In summer, it’s known for its bright sand, clear water, and a tourism season that completely transforms the place. But we wanted to see what happens when the season ends. Not just as visitors, but
Relocation
When we were still living abroad, Sicily often sounded like some kind of Mediterranean cheat code. Cheap houses, endless sunshine, fresh food, slow life. But once you actually move here, the numbers start to feel a bit more real. So let’s talk about it honestly. Not dream-numbers from
We did not expect much from Monreale. And I mean that honestly. It was January. It was raining. And it is one of those places every single guidebook tells you to visit. That combination rarely works in our experience, especially in low season. Because of that, we planned to continue
We did not plan to be in Corleone that week. We were supposed to be on the other side of the island. Catania. Syracuse. The east coast. Then Storm Harry arrived. We followed the situation closely. News updates, local reports, messages from people we know. The scale of the damage
Daily Life
Living through winter here We’ve been very happy with winter in Sicily. That’s the honest truth. Yes, some coastal towns do feel quieter. Some places close. Some days are slow. But it has never felt like a problem for us. When we want some city energy, action and
A spontaneous idea that felt reasonable at the time This hike was never really planned. It started as one of those Sicily thoughts that sounds innocent enough. We had a free day. The weather looked dramatic but not impossible. Rocca Busambra is the highest mountain in Western Sicily, so of
Before moving to Sicily, we had a few worries. One of them was the summer heat, which I’ve already briefly touched on in other articles. The other one was winter. Or more specifically, the quiet season. One question kept lingering in our minds. How dead Sicily actually is or
Relocating with a dog always sounds harder than it actually is. At least that has been our experience. And yes, I say this now, confidently, from Sicily, after we’ve already done the stressful versions of moving with a dog before. So here is the honest version. No drama. No