Summary

Sicily is the football just off the boot of Italy. Holidays in Sicily are just a short trip away from mainland Italy the passion is the same but the difference in culture is clear to see. The amazing landscape is home to miles of unspoilt coastline blessed by the warm waves of the Mediterranean Sea and stunning sunshine. Sicily has masses of exciting culture and history with evidence from Greek, Norman, Roman, Arab and Phoenician times. All eras have shaped the island creating beauty and wonder throughout the architecture in the streets and on the coastline. Holidays in Sicily are home to one of Europe's most remarkable active volcanoes Mount Etna the volcanic valleys craters and natural firework displays are sensational to see as the volcano spews out lava and ash from the centre. Amazingly the craters reached from the town Piano Provenzna at the foot of the mountain also acts as a fabulous ski and snowboarding resort throughout the winter months.

Things to do

Sicily holidays are blessed with a huge 600 mile long varied coastline featuring stunning blue waters and golden sands rocky caves and scenic views. Trips out and sights to see will leave you enjoying the islands capital Palermo. Set on a wide bay in the North West the buildings are magnificent the decoration is stunning a marvellous sight to take in. Palermo is home to opera houses and the famous Qualtro Canti a square divided by ancient roads an excellent point of interest. Visit Heliometer the dramatic cathedral or just simply stroll around the streets exploring local shops and boutiques. One not to miss has to be famous Mount Etna towering over the east coast the highest active volcano in Europe. You can climb to the peak by day or to sample the truly amazing beauty of the magnificent volcano as you see lava dunes and creepy landscapes on your way you're sure to have an unforgettable experience. By night you can catch fabulous nightlife at Giardini Naxos an outstanding seaside town packed with open air bars and mouth watering restaurants serving up the most delicious Sardinian cuisine. Last minute holidays to Sicily are simply superb book online now!

Flights and accommodation

Flights to Sicily have an approximate flight time from the UK of 3 hours 15 minutes. There are two airports one in the capital Palermo on the north coast of the island and one on the east coast at Catania. Sicily flights tend to be operated mainly by scheduled and budget airlines giving you a great opportunity to book cheap holidays to Sicily. Hotels in Sicily are everything you could want from luxury exquisite villas upmarket apartments to welcoming bed and breakfasts with home cooked food to die for. Whatever your budget tailor making flights plus accommodation should leave you affording more.

Quick facts

• Sicily is known to the Italians as Sicilia.
• Capital- Palermo
• Currency- Euro
• Blessed with 600 mile long coastline