I'll be spending 2-3 days in sicily with a car before heading to the Aeolian Islands for a few days. What should I see? I've been to Syracusa, but that's about it. I'll be there at the end of August. Thanks!
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Philadelphia, PA, United States
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We found Agrigento, Selinunte, and Segesta to be absolutely wonderful if you are interested in ancient civilizations. The latter two are completely uncrowded and lovely. Erice is a favorite too. And we liked Taormina, even if it is touristy. Hard to find your way around with a car, but fun to walk around when you finally find your hotel. Also the Roman mosaic-filled villa at Villa Armerina was great.
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Gaston, Oregon, USA
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R, it is going to be hot, hot, hot at the end of August. When you go to the beaches bring some sand/water shoes. Go to the museum in Lipari. Rent a moped and explore Lipari (there is NO traffic at all on the island!)Swim in the sulfpher mud on Volcano (bring a throw away suit.) Before going in the water at any beach learn what the Italian word "Medusa" means!
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New York, NY, United States
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Steve, Thanks for the great tips! I was in Lipari two summers ago and the beaches were covered in the dreaded medusas (meduse?). I was thinking I'd locate a nice swimming pool just in case. I'm interested in your moped recommendation. I'd love to try it, but I'm sort of a cautious driver (read: a big chicken). How comfortable were you driving around the island? Do you have a rental agency recommendation? Driving tips? Also, since you've been to Lipari, I'd love any other recommendations (restaurants, etc) you might have. Grazie Mille,
Rose