So, you’re heading to Sicily and wondering where to base yourself: Catania or Taormina? While one is undeniably more picturesque, the other is a lot more affordable. And while one feels a bit grittier and raw, it also happens to have better food—at least in my opinion. After spending a couple of weeks in Sicily…
Ah, Sicily, the Italian island becoming a more sought-after vacation destination! I’ll fully admit, after watching White Lotus, I was motivated to book a trip! Then the question became, which city should I visit, Catania or Palermo? These two cities are quite different from each other. Palermo is the grander, larger, and perhaps better choice…
I’m sure you have seen that prices in places like Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi coast are simply out of control. But how about in Sicily? Is Catania expensive, too? After spending 5 nights there in June of 2024, I am happy to report that Catania is very affordable! I have included a full breakdown…
Traveling solo as a woman can be an empowering experience, but safety is always the top concern. When I first started solo traveling, I was super anxious about everything: safety, sitting alone in a restaurant, getting lost, whether I would get lonely, sad, bored, you name it! But once I started to get comfortable with…
