Well that was a short and sweet visit to Catania. The reason I was there was to relocate before my travel day, breaking up what would otherwise have been an exhausting trip. This travel day flying from Catania to Antalya was much more manageable. I’m sure glad I had the sense to pre-book a private …
One thing I was really looking forward to about visiting Catania was eating out. Traditionally, as a budget traveller, I usually stay in Airbnb’s where I have access to a kitchen. I make my food using local ingredients and save so much money doing this. This time, I was staying in a hotel, so tasting …
Visiting the Mercato Del Pesce was a highlight of my time spent in this chaotic and beautiful city. I was however, not prepared for just how graphic the site is. The famous Catania fish market is one of excitement, blood, guts and glory. Getting There Located right at the very end of Via Etnea and …
I wrote a post previous to this and it began to get to long, so I have split it into two. There are that many things to see & do in this large and bustling city. Here are 5 more free things to do in Catania that will keep you occupied and entertained for another …
I think one could find plenty to keep occupied in this huge and chaotic city, however if you are looking for a few ideas, these might help. Here are 5 free things to do in Catania that are all relatively close together. If you only have a day or two, this list would be perfect. …
You bet the first thing I did was figure out where a local market was. And lucky me! Within five minutes of my hotel, I found the best Street Market in Catania. Located near Via Pacini 41, this market is enormous! Fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, clothes, household goods, you name it, you will find it …
Yes! I moved locations, a mini travel day consisting of a 2 hour bus ride, and another 20 minute bus ride, and I was at my new location. I have a long travel day approaching, so to ease the pain of too many moving parts, I decided to relocate closer to the airport before hand. …