6Sicily, Italy

Sicily’s Mediterranean warmth lingers long after the rest of Italy cools down. Palermo and Catania enjoy mild, sunny days in winter, perfect for wandering through historic markets and Baroque piazzas.

The island’s southern coast often feels like spring, with citrus trees heavy with fruit and the scent of sea salt in the air. Visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento under soft winter light, climb Mount Etna’s smoking slopes, or enjoy a glass of Nero d’Avola as the sun sets over the sea. Sicily’s energy is warm in every sense.

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