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Holidays in Sicily with the children: where to go?
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Eastern Sicily: Siracusa
The eastern part, the so-called Ionian Coast of the island, is a triumph of natural and historic beauties. Not just postcard beaches and turquoise water, then, but also a whole load of amazing itineraries to be discovered, like the ones leading to Mount Etna, or the famous ‘Gole dell’Alcantara’ Gorges, a canyon of basalt rock home to the Alcantara River. Staying in Siracusa might provide the ideal base, as you can then discover the Coast and its many recreational activities. For days of relaxation, then, it’s worth visiting the extremely long Fontane Bianche beach, perfect for children with its shallow waters and fully-equipped resorts, offering all mod cons. Also, where to go in Sicily with the kids if not to Etnaland? Etnaland is a very modern aquapark, with all slides and pools, where amazement and fun are the name of the game.
Ad hoc villages in Sicily for families abound, but it just might be worth your while choosing one right beside the sea, such as the VOI Arenella Resort, near Siracusa, with a private beach just a stone’s throw from the rooms - and we provide a shuttle service to and from the beach too.
The Northern Coast
The northern part of the island is, of course, no less beautiful. Here, there is an embarrassment of riches when choosing where to bring the kids in Sicily: we have places to visit like Cefalù, a delightful town on the sea, teeming in Byzantine and Norman are; the splendid Aeolian Islands, easy to get to by ferry from Milazzo; and, then, Tindari, a long stretch of white sand, surrounded by lovely Mediterranean scrub. Right beside Tindari, then, we have the VOI Baia di Tindari Resort, the perfect place to stay with your family in total peace and quiet. Boasting pools, a wellness area, organised recreational activities and uncontaminated nature, this resort satisfies the needs and tastes of adults and little ones alike. And the panorama is simply breathtaking: the Bay of Tindari looks onto Lipari and Vulcano, two pearls of the Aeolian Islands.
The Western Coast
Some of the most beautiful areas on the island are on the Western Coast, between Palermo, Trapani and Agrigento. There are so many places to visit in Sicily with the kids, and for all tastes. Try an excursion to the Aegadian Islands, with the splendid towns of Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo, which can even be experienced in a single day, with special boat tours leaving from Trapani. In Agrigento, then, we have the much-admired Valle dei Templi, an archaeological park which allows you to go back in history by more than two thousand years: a not-to-be-missed experience, even alongside the kids.
The perfect destination in both Summer and Spring
This splendid island always offers a mild climate, and Summer often starts early here. Sicily is also perfect to visit in April or May, and the sun shines high, but there is little humidity. Where to go with the children in Sicily in Spring? The island archipelagos are definitely a good option because, whether it is the Aegadians or the Aeolians, in spring, the temperature is excellent, and you avoid the mass of tourists who come in in July and August. So, it’s a great way to enjoy the places so often mobbed in peace and quiet. Palermo and Catania are the perfect choices if it's a weekend break. They both have airports and teem with history and tradition, especially regarding the cuisine here - lovers of haute cuisine will fall in love - not just them!
