We made it to Ortigia and the sea after a harrowing night We had a different and unwelcome adventure Thursday evening and into the wee hours Friday. Thursday was fabulous, as I mentioned in the blog posted on Friday. But Thursday night was terrifying. The wind picked up about 7 p.m. and intensified throughout the … Continue reading Another Travel Day & Terrifying Winds
This ricotta stuffed ravioli with a pumpkin/pistachio sauce was fantastic. This was one of those days where plans fell through, but things turned out just fine. We drove to the Mt. Etna museum (I’m not going to keep harping on how terrifying the drive everywhere is…but it was terrifying). But the museum was closed to … Continue reading Ladies Who Lunch
Sunrise from our villa We drove a long and winding road today, up the mountain, down the mountain and across the mountain and it led us to something truly memorable.We met a gentle soul who gave us a magical experience just because he could, just because he wanted to share something special with some strangers. … Continue reading A Magical Day
We visited one of Sicily’s most picturesque towns today, Taormina, perched atop a mountain overlooking the sea. Even though it was overcast, the views were stunning. Taormina is filled with side alleys that lead to the towns multi levels. We got a late start, for which I am to blame. I stayed up late trying … Continue reading Taormina: Such A Beauty
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
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)
Kim & Betsy 