Mondello, Cefalu and the old town

It has been quite warm here in Palermo, with temperatures reaching the mid to high 30s every day. While the heat can make wandering around the city during the day a bit uncomfortable, it hasn’t dampened our spirits. Palermo is a great little city with so much to see and explore. One of the uniqueContinueContinue reading “Mondello, Cefalu and the old town”

The incredible San Giuseppe dei Teatini and Palatine Chapel

I read somewhere that Sicily is the most invaded country in history due to its strategic importance. However, this rich history of invasions has created a fascinating tapestry of architecture and culture, especially in Palermo, the regional capital. Italy has the most UNESCO sites in the world, and Palermo boasts quite a few of them.ContinueContinue reading “The incredible San Giuseppe dei Teatini and Palatine Chapel”

Heading North to Palermo

We’ve enjoyed our stay in the south, and even though there wasn’t much to do locally without hopping into the car, the beach was perfect for an early morning swim. A bit further up the coastline, we also discovered Zuma Beach, where we could have lunch and watch the kite surfers, which was highly entertaining,ContinueContinue reading “Heading North to Palermo”