Ciao e benvenuto a tutti! If you have made it this far in my Italian blog, consider yourself in the secondo phase (refer to the Pienissimo blog if confused) of the meal. Today, we are changing course in our trip across Italy and making a stop in the vacation section! A wonderful Italian vacation—it is something we would all love. Just imagine traveling around the peninsula in spaghetti-shaped fashion. Surely, your trip would be no bore, as there is plenty to do in Italy. Really, there is too much to do. Whether you take a jaw-dropping a trip inside the Colosseum or sail in the seas off the coast of Portofino, your eyes will have as much to feast on as your stomach. But what if you want to escape the rush of the city and the company of other tourists? I mean, who really wants to have a basic vacay? Fear not my friends, for I am going to spotlight some destinations that will give you a unique, thrilling trip!
First and foremost, I would like to inform you about the island of Sardinia (Sardegna for my real Italian folk). This island rivals Sicily in size, but it seems to be forgotten by many. And while Sicily is my personal favorite, I am a little biased. It is truly a surprise that Sardegna is overlooked in the grand scheme of Italian tourism, as it is extremely beautiful. The beaches there are white and sandy, and the culture is as intriguing as the rest of Italy. Doesn’t sound attractive enough? May I introduce you to L’Archipelago Maddalena. If the name isn’t enough to grab your attention, certainly the attractions are. This chain of 7 islands furnishes visitors with snorkeling and clear seas. And if you want to prolong your stay, you can stay in the 5-star Ma&Ma hotel. If you aren’t amazed by that, towns such as Alghero reflect Catalan influences, while other destinations show Greek culture as well. What I believe is the best part, however, is the small-town experience, where you can truly immerse into the culture of Sardegna.
If you are more like me, however, you would like to see every inch of Sicily. And to do so is not as easy as pizza pie. Personally, I have been to Sicily 5 times and have only seen a few snippets of the island. No matter who you are, Sicily can cater to your desires. The natural scenery and appeal of the island looks like it came out of a Da Vinci painting. First, Mount Etna, one of the tallest active volcanoes in Europe, will give you a once-in-a-lifetime experience of the natural landscape. Not only will the mountain itself amaze you, but it also formed breathtaking landmarks, like Gole Alcantara. Not to mention, the Sicilian coastline itself is worth seeing. But if you are not into the natural stuff, rest assured that there are tons of towns to visit. Some of my favorites are Cefalù, Taormina, and Siracusa. Other towns I have heard good things about are Noto, Agrigento, and Trapani. Overall, you can’t go wrong wherever you go. I hope this helps you out if you are considering an Italy trip. And to that I have to say buon viaggio! Ci vediamo presto!
Below are linked to more resources on travel:
What to see in Sardinia: towns, beaches and must-see attractions (charmingsardinia.com)