{"id":4686,"date":"2021-03-12T18:36:30","date_gmt":"2021-03-12T17:36:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.heartbeataly.com\/?p=4686"},"modified":"2021-04-21T16:01:03","modified_gmt":"2021-04-21T14:01:03","slug":"catania-taormina-and-etna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.heartbeataly.com\/index.php\/catania-taormina-and-etna\/","title":{"rendered":"Catania, Taormina and Etna"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-592569f5d5a1278cb\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-592569f5d5a1278cb uvc-9607  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"line_only\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-592569f5d5a1278cb h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h2 style=\"--font-weight:theme;\">Catania, Taormina and Etna<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer line_only\" style=\"margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:40px;height:4px;\"><span class=\"uvc-headings-line\" style=\"border-style:solid;border-bottom-width:4px;border-color:#dd3333;width:50px;\"><\/span><\/div><\/div>[vc_media_grid element_width=&#8221;3&#8243; 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css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1513337226984{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1513260086106{margin-top: 40px !important;}&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-497069f5d5a1291e9\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-497069f5d5a1291e9 uvc-3196  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"line_only\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-497069f5d5a1291e9 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;\">Iconic<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer line_only\" style=\"margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:40px;height:4px;\"><span class=\"uvc-headings-line\" style=\"border-style:solid;border-bottom-width:4px;border-color:#dd3333;width:50px;\"><\/span><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]<strong>From Como to Bellagio by boat<\/strong><br \/>\nCruising between Como and Bellagio is a unique experience that allows to gaze upon the lake&#8217;s western side and its splendid landscape.<br \/>\nDreamlike atmospheres that will take you to a different dimension while sailing.<br \/>\nTake a relaxing cruise along the Lario will allow you to enjoy its splendid scenery, gazing upon the sight of its shores, impossible to watch from the mainland.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1513260588399{margin-top: 40px !important;}&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-17869f5d5a12923a\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-17869f5d5a12923a uvc-5542  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"line_only\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-17869f5d5a12923a h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;\">Unconventional<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer line_only\" style=\"margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:40px;height:4px;\"><span class=\"uvc-headings-line\" style=\"border-style:solid;border-bottom-width:4px;border-color:#dd3333;width:50px;\"><\/span><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]<strong>Flying over lake<\/strong><br \/>\nWalk along the lakeshore until arriving to the\u00a0Volta Temple\u00a0and the Memorial for the Fallen in war: the hangar can be found not far from there. It is possible to take part of introductory flight sessions upon request with experienced pilots.\u000bConquer the fear of heights and discover the thrill of entering the pilot&#8217;s cabin and getting the aircraft to touch the lake surface. Why not? Perhaps you might even want to take some lessons and get a license![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1619013610096{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Catania is a great place to visit as it brings a lot of things together, so this makes it a great base to use from where you can then explore more of the nearby areas in Sicily. Catania is known for the great hospitality of its citizens. It is sun, sea and warm weather. It is high mountain ranges (3,350 meters of Etna), where you can ski in the winter looking at the sea in the distance. It is the lava stone that paves the road, piazzas and palaces.<\/p>\n<p>In Catania the Piazza Duomo with the Palazzo degli Elefanti (Town Hall), Palazzo dei Chierici and the Cathedral is a great place to start. \u00a0Next on the list should be a visit to the chaotic local markets, Peschiera is the most famousand the sights and sounds will blow your mind, with vendors shouting out to sell their items and local farmers and fisherman all proudly stand over their goods!<\/p>\n<p>A highlight could also be a trip to the Massimo Vincenzo Bellini Theater to enjoy a concert perhaps of a famous operas, such as the Norma, or some classical music.<\/p>\n<p>Near to Catania is Mount Etna: the highest active volcano in Europe! You can discover genesis and mythology of Etna accompanied by expert guides. During the visit we suggest you to stops in Acitrezza and Acicastello to taste a lunch in a typical Sicilian restaurant. We have also organized picnics for groups, all set out of the hilly side of Etna, providing a sumptious feast with local food and great Sicilian wine.<\/p>\n<p>Taormina is another the pearl of Sicily, and offers the numerous visitors unique and charming landscapes. The hilltop town is breathtaking and we suggest a guided tour that would include Corso Umberto, the Greek theater, Palazzo Corvaja, the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Isola Bella and Piazza San Domenico. In Taormina beach, you can also rent a private boats, so we would love to suprise your group with a marvelous trip around the coastline with lunch on board and breathtaking panoramas![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_media_grid element_width=&#8221;3&#8243; grid_id=&#8221;vc_gid:1619013586305-a3c1b6c6-8fe6-1&#8243; include=&#8221;5496,5497,5502,5498,5499,5500,5501,5503&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1513337226984{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1513260086106{margin-top: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]From Como to Bellagio by boat Cruising between Como and Bellagio is a unique experience that allows to gaze upon the lake&#8217;s western side and its splendid landscape. 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