Different day trips to Salina for families, nature and culture lovers

Salina offers a lot of different activities, culture and unique foods for everyone, a day trip to Salina is really too short to actually see a lot of the island. But I created three ideas on how to spend your one day on Salina. You can just simply book the ferry from where you are … Read more

Discovering Salina: Local Experiences and Activities

Salina, a beautiful island in the Aeolian archipelago, offers a variety of unique experiences and activities for visitors to enjoy. From tasting the island’s famous Malvasia wine and capers to exploring its charming villages and natural wonders, there’s something for everyone on this enchanting island. Here are my top recommendations for you! What to do … Read more

Hydrofoil ferry on the Aeolian Islands – a brief history and travel tips

Hydrofoil ferries have been an integral part of the Aeolian Islands’ transportation system for 13 years – starting 2010 with Liberty Lines winning the tender to connect Milazzo and Messina with the Aeolian Islands faster than before. These unique vessels use hydrofoil technology to lift the hull above the water’s surface, reducing drag and increasing … Read more

Best trails to hike on Salina

Salina, Italy is a beautiful island located in the Aeolian archipelago, off the coast of Sicily. The island is known for its stunning landscapes and crystal-clear waters, making it a perfect destination for hikers and nature lovers. Here are some of the best hiking trails on Salina: Monte Fossa delle Felci Monte Fossa delle Felci … Read more

Drinking water on the Aeolian Islands

You might wonder how drinking water is sourced to all the people on the aeolian islands, including all the tourists? I think you might be as suprised as I was when I learned about it the first time: Its done by ship! Special water ships get water from the main land (Gioia Tauro), stop by … Read more

Cheapest way to get to, stay and explore Salina

Salina, Italy is a charming and beautiful island located in the Aeolian archipelago, off the coast of Sicily. While Salina can be a luxurious destination, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Salina on a budget. Here are some tips for getting to Salina, staying there, and doing activities for free or cheap. Getting to … Read more

When to visit Salina for taking the best pictures

Salina, Italy is a beautiful island located in the Aeolian archipelago, off the coast of Sicily. The island is known for its picturesque landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and charming villages, making it a perfect destination for photography enthusiasts. The remainder of vulcanic activities mixes well with endless water and green landscape. Compared to the other aeolian … Read more

4 best places to watch the sunset on Salina

Sunset over alicudi and filicudi as seen from Pollara

The best places to watch the sunset from on Salina are pretty easy to find: anything having a view to the west is great! You might already discovered some great places after a great day on Salina while for a swim or hike, enjoyed the local food. Although the sunset seems to be always great … Read more