Vista Alcantara: An Artist’s Paradise in the Mountains of Sicily
There are some places that seem to invite creativity without ever having to call themselves artistic retreats. They possess a particular combination of landscape, light, silence and atmosphere that makes people want to pick up a paintbrush, open a notebook, reach for a musical instrument or simply sit quietly and allow their thoughts to wander. […]
Digital Detox Sicily: Where to Truly Disconnect and Reconnect with Nature
Digital detox in Sicily offers something that an ordinary holiday does not always provide: the opportunity to step away from the constant demands of everyday life and reconnect with the physical world around us. There is a particular kind of tiredness that an ordinary holiday does not always resolve. We may leave work behind, travel […]
Why Rural Sicily Is Good for Your Mental Health: A Psychologist’s Perspective
By Venerina Conti – Founder of Vista Alcantara Mountain Wellness Retreat | Psychology Graduate | Author | Creator of the V2V (Victim to Victory) Method There is something rather curious happening around the world. People are spending more money than ever before on luxury holidays, expensive gadgets and convenience, yet an increasing number confess they […]
Why Simplicity Is the New Luxury: Slow Living Near Mount Etna in Sicily
Where Simplicity Becomes a Luxury There was a time when luxury was measured by abundance. Bigger homes, expensive cars, five-star hotels, designer labels and extravagant holidays were the symbols of success. We were encouraged to believe that happiness came from having more, doing more and experiencing more. Every new possession, every upgraded lifestyle and every […]