When traveling in Sicily, you’ll find real people, the locals who work hard and take pride in everything they do. Most of the time, they do it with a smile. In my experience, they seem genuinely happy to engage in … Continued
Siracusa, a city in southern Sicily, has an estimated population of 115,000 residents. Its land area consists of 207 square kilometers or 79 square miles, about twice the size of Florence. The historic center is the island of Ortigia and … Continued
Travelers are constantly asking what is the best way to get from here to there in Italy. After experiencing all modes of transportation, I have learned a lot and hope these facts help you make your own decisions as to … Continued
Today I was privileged to be the featured author at the Amicizia Book Club hosted by the Italian Cultural Society of Naples, FL. With 450 active members, this prestigious organization is a group of Italophiles who love and celebrate … Continued
Palermo is the capital city of Sicily, and as of 2025, has a population of 626,000. Yet despite everything there is to see here, sometimes I enjoy a stroll with no agenda when I visit a city in Sicily. … Continued
