If you are looking for somewhere off the beaten track in Sicily, away from tourist crowds and surrounded by mountains and nature, the Alcantara Valley offers a very different experience from the island’s busy coastal resorts and famous cities. Vista Alcantara is a secluded mountain retreat overlooking the valley and Mount Etna, providing a peaceful … Continue reading Where Can I Spend a Few Days Alone in Nature? Discovering Healing, Silence and Self-Reflection in Rural Sicily