Sicily & Her Islands + Sardinia

TAORMINA & GIARDINI NAXOS

EASTERN SICILY

TAORMINA is Sicliy's jewel in the crown - nestling on the slopes of Monte Tauro some 200 metres above sea level with views dominated by the spectacular sight of Mt Etna. It's beautiful landscapes and memorable sights particularly its magnificent amphitheatre had made this little town famous worldwide, particularly to the international jet set. The centre of Taormina is the main street Corso Umberto and what a pleasure it is to stroll along this little street lined with cafes, bars, restaurants and elegant shops but apart from that there is an intricate network of side streets filled with more cafes and ethnic shops and the peaceful Botanical Gardens which were once owned by Lady Florence Trevelyn who loved botany and ornithology.

Taormina perches high above the sea. The cable car will take you down to the beaches below where you will find the Bay of Mazarro, Isola Bella and the longest beaches of Spisone and Mazzeo.

Villa Ama

Accommodates 10
Surrounded by a large garden with mature Mediterranean plants, adorned with ivy, giving it a mysterious atmosphere. The antique furniture and objects, which decorate the entire property, are witness to the history and memories of the owners up to Norman times. Ama is in Piedimonte Etneo, a few km from Taormina and its sandy beaches, part of the vista from the villa. In the garden there is a cool off swimming pool.

Main access to the villa is on the first floor: bright and airy sitting room with fireplace, 2 doubles, 1 bathroom, small bathroom with kitchen/dining room. Second floor: double room with ensuite bathroom, terrace with fantastic sea and Etna view. Access to the ground floor via spiral staircase: study with library, 2 double rooms with ensuite bathrooms.
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GIARDINI NAXOS

(Garden of the Sea) is an attractive seaside resort offering a mix of cafe society and ancient culture just 5 kilometres from Taormina. It has a fine, long sandy beach that slopes gently down to the sea and that runs along the coast from Capo Taormina to Capo Schiso. It is also renowned for the rich archaeological remains of the first Greek colonists who landed here over 2700 years ago and were attracted by its delightful location and its exceptionally mild climate.

Hotel Palladio

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Located facing the beach with an enchanting view over the Bay of Naxos. What once was a Sicilian family residence has now been transformed into a charming small hotel while still managing to retain the warmth of typical Sicilian hospitality. All nineteen rooms and one junior suite (ideal for a family or four friends travelling together) are different with respect to colour and furnishings with wide balconies giving panoramic views. Breakfast is served on the veranda overlooking the sea. There is a solarium on the fifth floor and a fourth floor terrace serving evening cocktails and fine wines.

Excursions to Mt. Etna , Alcantara Gorge etc. can be arranged from Reception as can boat and fishing trips and also scuba diving.

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