Everything to Know Before You Go to Sicily, Italy

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[@Godlvr008]

Have been Italy 10x, just got back from first trip to Sicily and Reggio Calabria(across bay) Catania was the most amazing place we have ever been. Medieval streets in the shadow of Mt Etna, daily large outdoor market, strawberries the size of baseballs, pizza for 8 euro and many amazing churches/history. B&B Al Quadrato d Oro on edge of main square for 70 euro night. Highly recommend.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Sounds amazing. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and recommendations. Make sure to subscribe to the channel.

[@nataliedegray4618]

It depends what you are after. I love Sicily in every season; I've been in February, September, November, July, August, and many times.. In July August we book a hotel in Taormina and it's a completely 'sun, swim, cocktails, food holiday'! Heaven!!!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you for all of your comments, and I’m sure that Sicily is wonderful and All Seasons based on this location. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@debbiecollins7439]

Super impressive history overview of Sicily! I never knew how rich in culture Sicily is. So much to do there. Thanks Kim!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you so much. Sicily is a wonderful place to visit!

[@stephencook567]

White Lotus sent me here ;) Great video, thank you - planning my honeymoon right now.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

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[@leslieiglesias3621]

I was there last year Feb and will soon to do warmer activities like beach and islands. Excellent synopsis and great suggestions.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

So glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you so much for watching.

[@giulanr]

All I can say is Thank you....Thank you ....Thank you. The info is much appreciated.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@Danishwoman1]

Since my first vacation in Sicily when I was 14, I have been crazy, madly, deeply in love with the cities: Giardini Naxos and Taormina. Me and my fellow travellers had met two young boys and two policemen, which was so gently. My friend and I enjoyed ourselves with the boys, I can still remember how goodlooking Nino was with his emeraldgreen eyes and tall, muscular body. The policemen had fun with my friends mother and her female friend. Together with the policemen, the four of us were sailing, swimming next to a cave in the deep blue water. With Nino and his friend, my female friend and I went to the beach, laid in the sand, talked, listened to music. One evening, Nino and his friend came to our apartement, asked if they two boys could take us for a ride on their scooters. That evening, I still remember, just as clear, as I can rememeber the last minutes, I spend with Nino before I entered the bus, and drove to Catania Airport to fly back to Copenhagen. That was in 1978, and in 2007, my husband and I were in Giardini Naxos. He know about the vacation in 1978, and was very empatic, when I became overwhelmed by my memories, when we flew over the Alpes. 20. of July, we are returning to celebrate our 20. anniversary - so romantic!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for all your thoughts and tips. Thanks for watching the video, and I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@donniedarko6699]

that is such a nice story! life is beautiful when 2 soul enjoy their companionship and have the positive mutual feelings. and now i think 21st anniversary is on the way, congratulations!

[@gracefazio1003]

from a Sicilian living in Australia your video was very accurate. 😀.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you so much for the compliment. I really appreciate it.

[@timothykoivisto5444]

We had a fantastic holiday in Sicily. A couple big items you missed in your video. Cannoli. OMG Palermo is absolutely known for the best Cannoli. Also when in Catania, take a run to Taormina. Stunning history and views. Then stop at Savoca if you ever send the Godfather. Famous scenes shot there.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful Sicily experiences! Cannoli in Palermo and the scenic beauty and history of Taormina and Savoca are indeed remarkable attractions worth mentioning. Sicily has so much to offer, and your insights add great value to exploring this beautiful destination. 🇮🇹✨

[@TheStinaLina]

THanks - great content, I am visiting in October and really enjoyed this vlog.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

It’s a beautiful place to visit; have a great time!

[@diamonddonut]

I can't thank you enough Abundant Traveler

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

You're very welcome! 😊❤️ Don't forget to like and share this video for more great content! 👍🔗

[@jacquelynclifford7831]

Take the train from the airport, amazing video!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

That’s a great idea, and will do that the next time I’m in Sicily.

[@jimmoliterni4195]

Great video. Lots of good practical info. Please provide the Cefalu agriturismo you recommended.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for watching the video. Glad you enjoyed it. Here is the link.tidd.ly/3MDQ2zE

[@MissArtisticSasnuhy]

Kim this was sooooo helpful and I enjoyed it very much! I am definitely subscribing to you as yourr content is both entertaining and super valuable. I was wondering all about what to do in Sicily this summer and now I know exactly what to do.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for subbing! It’s a beautiful place to visit with lots to do. Swimming, hiking, winetasting,restaurants and many cities to visit. Also, incredible archaeological sites.

[@chuckwaggon2435]

Yes! A Very useful and captivating presentation. Good job!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you so much; I’m glad you enjoyed the video :-) make sure to subscribe to the channel.

[@alineps6235]

Best vídeo watched about Sicily! Thank you

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

You’re so welcome, and thanks for watching.

[@veronicaivanova]

Really useful, thank you 😊

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Glad it was helpful, Thank you!

[@CastleRoadCoaching]

Great vid! Wonderful info - thank you! One correction: Greeks , Romans and Carthaginians date back to way before the 8th c. and the original inhabitants of Sicily were there approx. 10,000 years ago.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for the information and for watching the video.

[@lucillemakris3137]

Very interesting a lot of information. Thank You

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

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[@dansouth2088]

Great job! Love Sicily! The islands of Vulcano Lipari, and Salina are great places to visit too!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you so much Dan. I’ll try those islands on my next trip to that area. Make sure to subscribe to the channel.

[@antoniablake7278]

Very, very helpful! Would like to know how much you charge for a consultation? And would like to know about the surrounding little islands.🎉

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Here is the information. Thank you for asking theabundanttraveler.com/travel-consultations/

[@sahdiaahmed6391]

Hi such an educational video- me and hubby are coming for 3 days to Trapani in September.... any recommendations pls? Thanks

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I did not go to Chobani, so I don’t have any recommendations. Have a great time, and thank you for watching the video.

[@jonr7088]

I may have made a mistake booking 2 full weeks in Cefalu in late May. The Island is large and I wont be far from Palermo. Toarmina is too far away for a day excursion. Anyway, Ill make the best of it and get real comfortable with my home base in Cefalu

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

No matter what you do, it will be amazing. You can always rent a car and spend a couple of days somewhere else. Sometimes it’s worth it to have a second hotel reservation so you don’t miss something you really want to see.

[@robcig]

@@TheAbundantTravelerinteresting you say that as I’ve just booked seven nights in Giardini Naxos with the view of doing day trips in our rented car. Not sure that I could do the west coast in a day, Marsala etc, but certainly down to Agrigento hopefully. Anyway, your video is very informative and I love how much passion you have, well done. BTW, where did you stay in Cefalu?

[@antoniablake7278]

Excellent Information but the back ground music is too loud!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Sorry about that, but thank you for watching!

[@shaimapalani7141]

Hi, thanks for video. I am coming to Sicily in September with my husband and two children. We love to see people and have fun. Do you have any recommendations for us of places we can visit? We will start in Syracuse. I have seen lots of videos from Syracuse. It looks quiet. Have you been there and do you know any night markets?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Sicily, Italy Top Locations & Places to Visit | Sicily, Italy Travel Guide kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6ivaJh_qd6Dl9k This video give some great suggestions on where to visit. Thanks for watching, make sure to subscribe to the channel.

[@josephguastella8037]

July and August is truly all about night life most Feasts and Parades throughout the island the biggest is feroagusto on August 15th celebration 🍾 throughout the beaches ⛱️ all night party til AM hours at midnight everyone goes in the sea 🌊 in celebration... September and October less tourists and cheaper prices hotel BnB and restaurants weather is cooler but less activities... Been living summers here for over a decade this is truly a magical Island 🏝

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for the information. I was there in September, so I missed all the festivals.

[@asantoro0011]

Please share the link for the catamaran stay? Only ones i can find book for a week. Did you only stay one or two nights?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Yes, Intersailclub is week long trips only.

[@wendywyatt8563]

Please share the agroturismo info for Cefalu. I cannot find it. Thanks!

[@gracearmano9658]

Thank you for asking as I could not find the Agriturismo in Cefalu either

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Apologies for the delay, I had to find it again :) tidd.ly/3q5lmOV Turismo Rurale Cefalu. It was really lovely!

[@w8lifta]

Love Sicily 👍🏻 great video thanks

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

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[@ewastarczewska8949]

Where can I find the link to the Agroturismo in Cefalu that was mentioned ? ;)

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Agriturismo Rurale tidd.ly/44BHDXn

[@princ3ssj726]

Great video! Do you have the links to the boat company? The charter

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

There are links in the description, but the website is intersailclub.com. Tell them I sent you.

[@franmasawi7366]

Well done👍👍❤❤

[@abma9623]

I’ll in Sicily in 2 wks!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Have a great time and Sicily. It’s amazing. Thanks for watching the video.

[@Lulu-kt6gr]

Hi any hotel recommendations in Taormina? Looking at the Belmond Sant Andrea but would be great to have a similar experience that’s not quite as expensive…?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

It depends on if you wanna be close to the beach or up in the town. Our hotel was OK but not necessarily highly recommended.

[@JoseAyala-em5pr]

Excellent

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you so much.

[@QT5656]

What about public transport such as trains?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

The train system in Sisley is fantastic. I drove, so I do not know much about the train schedules.

[@bhillson]

Can you recommend a car hire company? Looking to go for 5 days in March

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I used budget. It was very easy and convenient. Thanks for watching the video.

[@whatastud1000]

Nice video ! You are a cool gal ! 😎

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you so much. I appreciate you watching the video.

[@Dmaaaain]

Sooo.. now that you're taking so much about getting around.. what rental company do you recommend on sicily?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I booked online through Hotwire, I think. I think they have great prices on rental cars. Thanks for watching, and please subscribe to the channel

[@11riehldeal]

If I do the car rental thing, how’s parking in the various towns?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Parking Cambia challenge, but there are parking lots and street parking. You may have to drive around for a few minutes to find a good spot. Thanks again for watching the video.

[@landdn]

Would love to see a video on Florence!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Hopefully, one day I will have a video for you :-) thanks for watching.

[@te593]

You forgot to mention the Arabs who were also a significant part of Sicily's history. May I recommend the Novel, A Sultan in Palermo by Tariq Ali for an understanding of the history and culture of Arabs and Muslim civilisation in Sicily.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@kellyowen7045]

Great video, thank you! Did you mean it is best to hire a driver or rent a car?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I rented a car. Sorry for the confusion. Thank you so much for watching and please subscribe if you haven’t already.

[@rosssala]

Cute video 📹

[@FurrKnight]

I would love to see Monaco!

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Monaco is amazing! Especially for the Formula One race :-)

[@santap9332]

How about 4 days in trapani?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I didn’t go to Trapani, so I’m not sure. Have a great time on your trip and thanks for watching the video.

[@maurijk25]

Those 2 heads are teste di more...moors heads...with a kind of history about that

[@johnlane1664]

Recommend a guide

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for sharing your tip. Thanks for watching the video.

[@gurugamer8632]

What is your number one place is Scilly?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I loved Marzamemi

[@johnbooth1824]

Hi Kim, Booked 10 days in May 2022 arriving in Palermo. Can you say who you used for car hire and price per day? John.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for watching the video. I bought through Hotwire, I think. hotwire has great car rental prices.

[@johnbooth1824]

Thanks Kim. Really enjoy your videos. John.

[@miraborgesilva1919]

Bring a container so you can fill it with the garbage on the street. It will take 2 min. Slobs everywhere. Littering

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

There are so many beautiful places in Sicily, without garbage and trash.

[@waltersickinger1499]

You got the dates wrong...not 8th century......8th century BC

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for the clarification. I do my best :-)

[@pnomis]

It was controlled at one time by the 'carcinogens' ? Was that when everone started smoking? lol

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Funny 😂

[@larsf478]

The city of Palermo has about 700k inhabitants and Catania about 300k. What are your numbers? Do you mean the Palermo region, because for the city it's very wrong.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for the clarification

[@ginny2071]

My father was born Sicily, I want to retire their, and start my citizen ship. Do you have a lawyer to assist me?

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

I’m glad you enjoyed the video, and I don’t have any attorneys to recommend. There are lots of chats, websites, Facebook groups etc. that can help you.

[@conniemara1]

for the most part cute video...some of your facts are wrong :( and you missed coming to the middle of the island.....less tourists very interesting history and way less expensive.......Ciao

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for sharing your comments. We were only there for a short time, so we cannot visit the center of the island. We missed several things, but would love to come back.

[@11riehldeal]

What if I don’t like eggplant or seafood?! 😂

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

There’s plenty of pasta to be had in Sicily :-) thanks for watching the video

[@s1lentsound]

The amount of adverts in this video is ridiculous, spoilt an otherwise good presentation 👏

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you for your feedback, and I’m glad you enjoyed the video play

[@tonylarussa4046]

Sicily is an autonomous region not province.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thank you for clarifying this. I appreciate the information.

[@patrickmacisaac222]

unbearable for who, I love the hot weather

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Phew! I much prefer cooler weather. I live in Texas and am always looking to escape the heat :)

[@michellebhayes]

It was inhabited long before the Greeks.

[@TheAbundantTraveler]

Thanks for pointing that out.

[@waltersickinger263]

"Carthagins..." You mean Carthaginians.....learn your history and pronunciation.