I am planing a trip in June, I am thinking about going to Sicily and Greece. I am in my 40's and traveling alone. Any opinions about weather (too hot?) and suggestions about hostels etc..that will be cheap, and were I can meet other travelers, locals etc. I have traveled to Europe several times, but never alone.
Posted by
Florida
151 posts
We were in Sicily for the past two years in July and it is Hot! We were in Catania, Taormina and then off to visit family in the middle of the island near Caltinesetta. We live in FL and my family states that it is hotter there in Sicily than Fl. It felt and looked like a desert...all brown. You could check weather archives to see what temperatures are like in June. I'm sorry I can't help with hostels, only the weather.
Posted by
OP
Miami, FL, US
21 posts
I appreciate the advice, since we both know FL weather, I may reconsider and stay further north. Thanks
Posted by
Chicago, Il, USA
126 posts
Lori there is a drastic difference in the weather between June & July in Sicily. I spent 2 weeks last summer at the end of June/beginning of July & it was bare able! It made for a great day at the beach. Sicilia is known as the island in the sun, is home to pristine beaches, majestic mountains and Europe's greatest natural wonder, Mount Etna. Sicily is a must see as it has its own unique culture, especially with regard to the arts, cuisine, architecture and language. The Greek ruins are breath-taking as this island boasts more Greek ruins than Greece itself. Sicily is Italian, but at the same time it's French, Spanish & Greek with German and Arab influences. Definitely a must!
Posted by
gaston, oregon, usa
842 posts
Lori, I am going to have to agree with Joey. We also had great time in Sicily at the end of June, and 1st week in July. And we are from Oregon, and do not tolerate high temps!
We made ample use of the beaches. It was the perfect time to also visit some of the outlying islands of Sicily. Check out the Aeolian islands. We spent four nites on Lipari, and did day ferry trips to some of the others. Each island is totally different, and a wonderful experience. And there was some lo-cost places to stay.
Pick up a Rick Steves guidebook and a Lonely Planet guidebook, and you will find hostel listigs in all the places that you may want to stay. Then go to Trip Advisor.com and read up on any place that you are contemplating.