The Sicily Journal
Sicily Stories & Travel Inspiration
Explore Sicily through its places, flavours, traditions and people. Discover stories and travel ideas from the Great Sicily team to help you look beyond the island's best-known sights.
20 August 2025
What to See in Palermo in One Day – The Soul of Sicily
Palermo is not just the capital of Sicily, it’s a crossroads of civilizations where every corner tells a different story. Arab domes...
13 August 2025
Ferragosto in Sicily – History, Tradition and How to Enjoy It Without the Stress
August 15th in Italy is not just a date on the calendar – it’s a moment when the entire country changes pace . In Sicily, this day...
6 August 2025
🌋 What to See in Catania in One Day: The Black Baroque City at the Foot of Etna
🥰 Welcome to Catania – Sicily’s Fiery, Vibrant City of Contrasts If Sicily were a symphony, Catania would be its bold opening movement...
29 July 2025
🌟 What to See in Ragusa Ibla in One Day: The Baroque Pearl of Sicily
🥰 Welcome to the Baroque Heart of Sicily – Today, I’m taking you to Ragusa Ibla There’s a place in Sicily where time seems to stand...
14 July 2025
Agrigento Capital of Culture 2025 – September Events Calendar
September in Agrigento: Where Culture Comes Alive As summer slowly fades into the golden light of September, Agrigento bursts into life...
4 July 2025
Pasta alla Carrettiera: the Taste of the Sicilian Summer
In summer, Sicily bursts with unmistakable aromas and flavors : between July and August, tomatoes reach their peak sweetness and...
24 June 2025
What to See in Messina in One Day – A Perfect Itinerary of Art, History, and Views over the Strait
Messina is the gateway to Sicily: a city that welcomes every traveler with the splendor of its cathedral, the rhythm of its famous...
12 June 2025
Hiking in Sicily: Top 10 Scenic Trails Across the Island
Sicily is not just crystal-clear seas and artistic cities—it’s also a land of mountains, volcanoes, ancient trails, and breathtaking...
9 June 2025
Carob Flour: What It Is, Nutritional Properties, and How to Use It in Cooking for a Healthy Diet
Discover the hidden gem of Mediterranean cuisine: carob flour. In this article, we explore the fascinating world of the carob tree, from...
27 May 2025
Sailing into Sicily’s Heart: Cefalù Hosts the 2025 National Area Championship and the Regatta of Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages
From 30 May to 1 June 2025 , the picturesque town of Cefalù , nestled along Sicily's northern coast, will transform into a vibrant hub of...
23 May 2025
A Dream Weekend in Sicily: Where Flowers, Kites, and Ancient Rituals Come Alive
This weekend, Sicily isn’t just a destination—it becomes a celebration. A canvas of vibrant colors, deep-rooted traditions, and...
8 May 2025
Agrigento Capital of Culture 2025 – August Events Calendar
This summer, Agrigento is not just a destination — it’s a living stage of art, history, and wonder . As the Italian Capital of Culture...
24 April 2025
April 25th – Liberation Day in Italy: Remembering Freedom and Resilience
Every year on April 25th , Italy observes Liberation Day (Festa della Liberazione) , commemorating the end of Nazi occupation and the...
3 April 2025
Hollywood Comes to Sicily: Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" Filming in Favignana
Sicily has once again captured the spotlight, this time as the breathtaking backdrop for Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated epic ,...
15 March 2025
Agrigento Capital of Culture 2025 – July Events Calendar
In July 2025, Agrigento shines as the heart of Italy’s cultural scene, welcoming visitors and locals alike to an extraordinary series of...
28 February 2025
Sicily of Wine: A Journey through History, Terroir and Flavors.
Sicily is a land of contrasts and wonders, an island that holds an extraordinary variety of landscapes, microclimates, and terroirs. This...
27 February 2025
Agrigento Capital of culture 2025:JUNE HIGHLIGHTS, PROJECTS AND EVENTS
June 1, 2025 "Appointment in the Garden" 🌿A celebration of gardens, inspired by the European initiative "Rendez-vous aux Jardins" . The...
14 February 2025
May 2025 – Agrigento, Italian Capital of Culture
A Month of Art, Nature, and Tradition Agrigento, the Italian Capital of Culture 2025 , offers a rich program of events in May, ranging...
7 February 2025
The events continue in Agrigento, Capital of Culture 2025: April
APRIL EVENTS IN AGRIGENTO, 2025 April 4-5, 2025 Perfetti Sconosciuti Theatrical season of Luigi Pirandello Theatre Foundation.📍 Teatro...
5 February 2025
Meet Great Sicily DMC at ITB Berlin 2025!
🌍 Great Sicily DMC will be attending ITB Berlin 2025: Let’s connect and bring the beauty of Sicily to your clients! 🌍 We’re thrilled...
30 January 2025
Triskelion: The Ancient Symbol of Sicily Unveiled – History, Myths, and Hidden Secrets
Generated with AI Today, we take you on a fascinating journey through time to uncover one of the most ancient and iconic symbols of...
20 January 2025
Welcome to Agrigento, Capital of Culture 2025: Discover the Program for the First Three Months!
2025 has begun with an electrifying energy for Agrigento, crowned as Italy’s Capital of Culture . This prestigious title not only...
13 January 2025
Wild Fennel in Sicily: Tradition, History, and FlavorIn Sicily, wild fenn
In Sicily, wild fennel is more than just a plant; it’s a symbol of our rustic and authentic cuisine, an ingredient that tells stories of...
18 December 2024
🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Great Sicily DMC! 🎆
With hearts full of gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank all of you—our amazing clients, partners, and collaborators —for making...