Lush Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian Islands and is home to beautiful churches, intriguing museums, and an excellent area of beautiful beaches. Lipari has a bustling pace with its picture-perfect streets, lively marina, and wealth of restaurants with world-renowned chefs cooking up a seafood storm. Its volcanic origins have left behind steaming thermal waters and fumaroles. Must-see spots include the Castel of Lipari, the archeological museum, the frescoed cathedral, and the Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Outside of the town, the island is home to hikes and beaches. It's also a popular spot for heading out on Stromboli excursions.
In the north of Sicily, part of the Aeolian Islands is the ancient island of Salina. This little gem has been inhabited since the 4th century and is an incredibly scenic spot for dropping anchor and soaking up the stunning views of the island's dramatic landscape. On Salina, you will find sleepy villages, hills adorned in wild vines, and verdant mountains rising to meet the sky. Days are spent sipping wine at the local wineries, strolling the pretty villages, shopping in the boutiques in Santa Marina Salina, and dining on the finest Sicilian dishes.
A success story of a destination - Capo d’Orlando is a small Sicilian fishing village that has risen to be a beloved tourist destination. Sitting on the north-east coast, this small resort centers around beautiful beach life. Stretching on for an impressive 2km and boasting fine white sand and shingle, a focal point lighthouse, and palm tree promenade, it holds the promise of summer swims and warm evenings with a drink in hand. The charismatic town backs onto the mountains and offers pristine sunset views of the Aeolian Islands. When not gazing at the horizon or swimming in the soft blue sea, there’s museums housed in 19th century villas, ancient frescoed thermal baths, caves and castle ruins.