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Have you ever compared apples with oranges? That’s how it feels to compare visiting Siena or Florence. Nevertheless, I’ll attempt the nearly impossible and advise you on how to decide whether to visit Florence or Siena. Having been to both of these amazing Tuscan cities, I can tell you about the major differences between the …

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Perhaps you’ve been to Sicily already and are looking for some Sicily quotes to remind you of the unique atmosphere that permeates the lovely island.  Or maybe you’re dreaming about visiting one day and are curious about what great minds have thought of it. Either way, these more or less famous quotes about Sicily will bring about some warming feelings …

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If you feel like exploring the real Catania and not just mingle with tourists at a hotel, I’ve prepared a list of the best Catania apartments currently available on Airbnb. I won’t go into how staying at an apartment is so much better to get to know a city. On your holidays to Catania, you’ll …

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The east coast town of Taormina, Sicily is located on a hilltop just an hour away from Catania. Dramatic cliffs tumble towards the Ionian Sea, creating lovely coves. Where to stay in Taormina could be dependent on what your preferences are in terms of town or beach proximity. The smart Sicilian resort that Taormina is …

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Congratulations on deciding to explore the Eastern part of Sicily! Basing yourself in Catania and exploring the rest on one day trips from Catania is a great idea. If you’re looking for a quick recommendation of the best day tour from Catania, check out this one to Taormina and Mount Etna. There are many things …

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Taormina is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy and is the full package for a one-day trip. It’s got all the best elements an ancient Italian city could offer. I visited Taormina on a trip to Sicily‘s East and Southeast – you can see my Sicily itinerary here. The city and its surroundings …

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Florence, or Firenze as the Italians say, is where beautiful ancient architecture meets fine dining. Next to the charming trattorias, there’s also a ton of restaurants where locals would never even peek into, and often it’s hard to tell which is which! Fortunately, you’ve got TravelGeekery to guide you to the best local spots :) …

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Are you about to book a flight and the flight search keeps returning a stopover in Milan, Italy? Book it! Here are 9 reasons why you won’t regret: 1. It’s a low-cost airlines’ hub All major European low-cost airlines go through Milan’s Malpensa airport: Easyjet, Ryanair, Germanwings, Vueling etc. That makes it a cheap destination …

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