Be A Culture Vulture In Sicily With Solosicily At October Half-term

If you're looking for short-haul sunshine and a spot of culture this October half-term break, take a look at Sicily where you can combine trips to the beach with visiting some of the island's most family-friendly sights. End Quote

(1888PressRelease) July 01, 2009 - Stay on the east side of the island and you'll be within easy reach of Etna; get active with a trek or spot of mountain-biking or horse-riding at the nearby Gorges of Alcantara; or indulge in some retail therapy at the charming seaside resort of Taormina.

For a really authentic Italian experience, stay at The Queen's Jewels, a farm estate with five independent cottages (sleep 4-8) with a large shared pool. Each cottage has a spacious terrace that overlooks the lemon and olive tree-filled gardens against the backdrop of Mount Etna. Citrus fruits, olive oil, jam and eggs can all be bought from the farm.

One week (accommodation only) in October half-term costs from £546 (sleeps 4) with www.solosicily.com, tel. 0044 (0)20 7097 1413. Fly to Catania.

If you prefer a villa with private pool, Renee (sleeps 6) is an Aeolian-style villa, with large pool and garden, close to the beach at Scopello near Palermo. Take time out to visit the Zingaro Nature Reserve, the magnificent Greek temple at Segesta and the stunning churches and palaces of Palermo.

One week in October half-term costs from £1440 (sleeps 6) with www.solosicily.com, tel. 0044 (0)20 7097 1413. Fly to Palermo or Trapani.

soloSicily features apartment, villa and boutique hotel accommodation throughout the island. Properties sleep from two to 38, including several magnificently-restored villas on vast aristocratic-owned estates.

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