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Sicilian olive oil extravergine – the green gold of the Mediterranean island

Posted on 11/02/2016 (09/09/2024) by Etna Excursions

… like spring in your nose … A mixture of freshly cut grass, crispy artichokes and aromatic herbs jumps right towards you. The oil of Mount Etna olives is considered as valuable as gold in Sicily. Its intense aroma and taste make it an essential ingredient for the locals, that cannot be lacking in their […]

Activity in progress at the Central crater of Etna 02/12/2015

Posted on 03/12/2015 (09/09/2024) by Etna Excursions

Over the last few weeks weeks, the strombolian activity inside the Voragine crater, one of the four summit craters of Etna, lasted without relevant changes. The activity became noticeable by its intense explosions and changeable frequency, with larger red-hot lava ejections, sometimes accompanied by minor amounts of volcanic ash, in some cases, the chunks have […]

Snow on Etna Volcano

Posted on 05/11/2015 (09/09/2024) by Etna Excursions

The first snow has fallen on Mount Etna. This year, earlier than usual, the summit shines in us bright white. This weekend winter has also started in Sicily. The volcano has its own special fascination now. Frozen water on a black background! And all of a sudden the “island where the lemons bloom” becomes a […]

Your first time in Sicily? What specialties you shouldn’t miss!

Posted on 06/07/2015 (09/09/2024) by Etna Excursions

The entire Mediterranean area offers dishes with flavours that are particularly intense under the southern sun, and the island of Sicily is certainly no exception. On the contrary: Regarding the cuisine Sicilians tend to be perfectionists. Good food in pleasant companyone of the most important aspects of the culture. All over the island, this rule […]

The 10 most beautiful beaches in Sicily

Posted on 24/04/2015 (09/09/2024) by Etna Excursions

Sicily is one of the most popular destinations for the Italian summer. Because of its beautiful beaches, the island is haunted by many VIPs and is an ideal holiday region. Four beaches have just been awarded with the “Blue Flag” by the FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education) for their cleanliness of seawater. Among them, the […]