Renting a car in another country and driving is never the best part of travel. We’ve done it multiple times, including a few times in Italy, but this is the first time we had to pick up a car in what was essentially the center of the city. Also, there’s the whole insurance thing and … Continue reading Travel Day: Some easy driving, some not so easy
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Monreale: Unreal(el)
We had so much fun Friday night that moving around this morning took a little effort until coffee helped us pick up some steam. We left about 11 a.m. to go to the Monreale and see the Cathedral. It was truly amazing. On the slopes of Monte Caputo overlooking Palermo, the Monreale Cathedral is a … Continue reading Monreale: Unreal(el)
Sunshine, Good Food and Great Fun
We had such a wonderful day today. The weather was stunning. Cefalu was stunning. The day began with a slow morning and then a taxi to the train station and then a very pleasant and scenic trip. I booked an Uber at the station to take us into the heart of the city - and … Continue reading Sunshine, Good Food and Great Fun
Sicily Day 2: A mixed bag, but mostly great
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. - Charles Dickens. That guy knew what he was talking about. As I mentioned in a previous post, this trip is different from any we’ve ever taken. Betsy’s injuries from being struck by a car bring a new set of challenges. Our other … Continue reading Sicily Day 2: A mixed bag, but mostly great



