Publisher's Synopsis
Let Marco Polo Sicily guide you around this beautiful island.
Explore Sicily and Gozo with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the islands' trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful Italian island has to offer…
People have been arriving on Sicily's shores for millennia, merging their cultures and lifestyles together - Greeks, Romans, Arabs, North Africans, Spaniards and others. The sea is never very far away, you can see it from almost every mountain. This practical pocket-sized guide provides a close-up look at lemon-scented gardens, rugged volcanic landscapes and lively piazzas, all of it set amidst the ancient and the modern against a backdrop of glorious scenery.
Marco Polo Sicily Guide includes:
- Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this beautiful island. Discover where the Mafia had their hideouts and where you can watch flamingos up close
- Best of - find the best things to do if you're travelling on a budget, the best things to do with the kids, the best things to do if it rains and the best things to do if you're looking for an authentic Sicily experience
- Sightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip
- Discovery Tours - specially tailored tours that will get you to the heart of Sicily. Here are inspirational itineraries that will help you enjoy Sicily from the most beautiful stretches of coast, through the melancholic capital Palermo; into bastions of the Baroque and on the trail of the ancients
- Sicily in full-colour - Marco Polo Pocket Guide Sicily includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip
- Get in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get in to the holiday mood with Marco Polo's spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendations
- Pull-out map - we've included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour.
Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Sicily to show you this amazing island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Sicily has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.
