Stromboli is a place of legends and approaching the island was intimidating to say the least (*we were all left with our mouths wide open). Smoke gushing out of the active volcano and random mini eruptions (that occur several times a day) could be seen from afar and onboard, everyone gasped in unison at the…
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Panarea
Panarea is perhaps the most dramatically beautiful of all the islands (*no joke). Its crystal clear water, abundant sea-life, fantastic flora, gourmet restaurants, buzzy euro nightlife, haute shopping have made it a popular destination for Italy’s elegant, fashionably dressed, but understated elite (*high class and high heels!). The best way to explore the island is…
Excursion
The next morning started bright and early and while having breakfast, we decided on a whim to go on a day excursion to other islands (*since we were already there right?!) Panarea and Stromboli … Here we come! The hotel staff were more than happy to give us various options and opinions on how we…
Lipari
And our journey continues (*don’t you just love those holidays that seem both short and long at the same time?!) … We could barely contain our excitement as we took an early morning train to Milazzo (*still yawning) and directly on to the ferry for Lipari. An hour (*and about 3 espressos) later and we…
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