The Hotel Oasi is located in Panarea, the smallest of the Aeolian Islands, in San Pietro, the heart of the island where shops and club are concentrated and in August becomes the most vibrant places in the Mediterranean. The hotel is only a five minute walk from the only landing on the island.

Inside the hotel exudes a romantic atmosphere with a garden of arabesque lines and a whirlpool geothermal which is an irresistible invitation to dive in its warm waters and beneficial. The same source feeding the geothermal cave, an enchanting place where you can bathe in the winter.

In fact the hotel is open all year round to enjoy the bright colors and the bright waters of the island in peace. The garden is also full of every convenience that we have provided to strengthen body and mind.

ROOMS & APARTMENTS
The rooms have a private entrance and are structured in Dammuso style, featuring individually designed and equipped with every comfort. Tastefully decorated with hand-crafted in wood and ceramic Sicilian overlooking the beautiful garden and whirlpool geothermal and each has a patio, a place to enjoy moments of relaxation.

The rooms are divided into: Standard, ideal for those who want to participate actively in the life of the hotel due to their proximity to the pool; Superior, for those who want an intimate ambience, surrounded by the beautiful garden.

The Hotel Oasi of Panarea also has Apartments just 250 meters from the hotel, in La Caletta, with a wonderful view of the sea on Dattilo, Basiluzzo and the Stromboli volcano. The hotel also offer Apartment Zeus, which is 200 meters away, overlooking the harbor, Basiluzzo, Stromboli and you can also admire Dattilo by a terrace carved into the rock.

ACQUAMARINA APARTMENT
Acquamarina is a typical house built in Aeolian style consists of a bedroom/living room, a separate kitchen and bathroom. The house, located on the mezzanine, is beautifully furnished and decorated with hand painted tiles. Acquamarina has a large paved terrace Sicilian terracotta equipped with deck chairs and a table …

GIADA APARTMENT
The house, located on the ground floor, is beautifully furnished and decorated with hand painted tiles and has a patio with table and directly overlooking the road leading to the island

ZEUS APARTMENT
The house, located in a privileged position, has a small terrace overlooking the harbor, view of Basiluzzo and Stromboli Volcano and, from a nearby terrace carved into the rock.

THE RESTAURANT
The restaurant Da Pina of Panarea, whose fame has crossed the borders of Italy, is the reference point for those who want to immerse themselves in the most typical and tasty Aeolian cuisine.

His typical dishes combined with daring and extraordinary recipes always attract new visitors and, above all, the “old friends” who come back, why sit at Da Pina means to impress upon the memory the taste and flavors of the Mediterranean.

The restaurant Da Pina has a large room furnished with typical Aeolian items and lava stone tables finely decorated, surrounded by a lush green atmosphere that recalls of another era. On the upper floor there is the restaurant Calajunco with its panoramic terrace overlooking the sea.

WEDDINGS IN SICILY
The Hotel Oasi offers the possibility to organize unforgettable and perfect wedding parties in every detail. The refined beauty of the hotel and its beautiful location with terraces overlooking the sea make it a dream location for your wedding day, giving you an unforgettable ceremony for you and your guests.

Your wedding party will be organized in large outdoor areas with lawn, gazebos and terraces where you welcome guests. We know that the wedding day is one of the most important events of your life, for this we are happy to help you design your perfect wedding. We can assist you in planning the whole event in order to make your wedding day conforms to your every expectation.

The hotel has two famous owned restaurants, the “Da Pina” with its indoor terraces and “Calajunco” for the ceremonies during the summer months with its outdoor terraces lit by candles and overlooking sea. Hotel Oasi Panarea, the most romantic location for your wedding.

PANAREA ISLAND
Panarea, the main mundane island of the Aeolian Island, with the islets of Basiluzzo and Spinazzola, Bottaro, Dattilo, Lisca Bianca and Lisca Nera and the rocks Formiche and Panarelli, is an archipelago located just between Lipari and Stromboli.

Rediscovered in the sixties of the twentieth century by a group of intellectuals and artists in search of a wild place, has now become the summer destination for VIPs, but just get there at other times of the year to rediscover the atmosphere of enchantment.

Panarea the “divine”, the queen of the nightlife of the Aeolian Islands or the “island of sin” as defined by the famous journalist and writer Lina Sotis in 1987 in the Corriere della Sera, has been immortalized in films like Caro diario by Nanni Moretti. Chaos and nightlife lasts only during the middle of August, when the rite of the holiday mass reaches its peak. The rest of year Panarea found much more relaxing pace.

What makes it unique are many elements: the scents of the Mediterranean, the clear air without pollution (no cars here and we will move on foot or by small Ecotaxi), the Aeolian architecture intact is not marred by poles and wires, electric (all underground) with cube houses, terraces, designed by fuchsia bougainvillea swirls on the walls whitewashed.

To give the special and unique atmosphere are also the narrow and quiet streets which travel through between capers and prickly pear and nights lit by the stars and moon that enhance the air soft because in Panarea there is no street lighting.

The rest is done by the sea, in many places near the coast, takes tropical colors and transparencies. Halfway between Salina and Stromboli, Panarea is the smallest island of the Aeolian archipelago great just 3,4 square kilometers and with less than 300 residents, dominated by mount Punta Corvo 421 meters high.

From the geological point of view, Panarea is the oldest island of the Aeolian Islands and the surrounding islands is all that remains of eruptions of a single volcanic basin, now almost completely submerged and eroded by the sea and wind.

On the north-east of the island, in Calcara Beach is still possible to see geysers that rise from the cracks between the rocks (the typical colors sulfur), the last traces of volcanic activity at temperatures up to 100° C. As told by an old legend, Panarea originally measured about forty square kilometers but in a terrible cataclysm ended up largely under water by the will of the gods that wanted to punish.

Of the island of the past emerges now just a few spikes that make up the small archipelago of Panarea, a sea beach ideal for almost exotic, accessible with small boats for rent or by participating organized tours.

The Calajunco Bay is the famous natural swimming pool on the island, characterized by crystal-clear water and enclosed in the rocks of the headland of Punta Milazzese, where archaeological excavations carried out in 1948 have unearthed the remains of 21 oval and round huts dating back to the Bronze Age.

Caletta Zimmari is the only beach on the island is located between the town and Punta Milazzese, very popular with tourists during the summer and characterized by reddish sand.

EXPERIENCES
For guests who do not want to just relax or do something new, but prefer to make unique experiences which leave something, the Hotel Oasi offers experiential holiday, a holiday in which you learn how to live the island as a protagonist.

Hotel Oasi aims to offer experiences closely related to the island of Panarea to make known the way of life, customs and traditions of those who live on this beautiful island.

The guest, than to stay in one of our facilities, will be able enjoy the unique thrill of a fishing boat with professional fishermen, admiring the sea in the beautiful landscape of the Aeolian Islands and the spectacular night scenery of the Sciara del Fuoco of the nearby volcano Stromboli.

Enjoy the magnificent kitchen of the famous restaurant “Da Pina” and discover the most hidden and untouched places of the Island through the nature trail that leads to Punta del Corvo, with its 421 meters, is the highest point of Panarea. Finally, immerse yourself with the body and mind in the magic whirlpool geothermal of Hotel Oasi.

EXCURSIONS
Guests staying at our accommodations can be made air tour helicopter and excursions on sailboats and motorboat to admire the charm of the Aeolian Islands and other places of tourist interest, seen from a unique perspective and evocative, thus making exclusive their stay.

HELICOPTER TOUR
The tour, departing from Panarea let people look the majestic volcano of Stromboli and Vulcano and the entire Aeolian archipelago with the islands of Lipari and the Faraglioni rocks, Vulcano and Vulcanello, Salina and Pollara, Panarea and its islands, Alicudi and rock Galera, Filicudi and Pecorini Mare.

EXCURSION BY BOAT 
With tourist excursions by boat you can reach the most beautiful and hidden places of Panarea as the rocks of Basiluzzo and Spinazzola, Bottaro, Dattilo, Lisca Bianca, the beach of Caletta Zimmari and the Calajunco Bay, Stromboli and the beaches of Scari and Ficogrande, Strombolicchio, Ginostra and the Sciara del Fuoco of the volcano, Salina and Capo Faro, the Bay of Pollara, Rinella and the fraction of Lingua and the entire Aeolian archipelago.

Rooms: 10

Price: from 100 EUR per night

Source: www.hoteloasipanarea.com

The location of the Punta Scario hotel is as picturesque as one can find in the Aeolian Islands. Clinging to the rocky outcrop bordering the well-equipped beach below, reached by a four-minute walk, the hotel looks like an amphitheatre surrounding a lush Mediterranean garden suspended over the sea.

It is overlooked by the 17 rooms, all with a small garden or small terrace, all with spectacular sea views, some with double sunrise-sunset exposure, others overlooking the blue.

From the bistro’s large terrace, the view sweeps 360 degrees, from the island’s verdant mountains to Panarea and Stromboli, offering the most evocative sunsets in the Mediterranean.

The centre of Malfa is only 400 metres away. Discover our services, we are at your disposal to help you discover a magical island, a UNESCO heritage site. From the bistro’s large terrace, the view sweeps 360 degrees, from the island’s verdant mountains to Panarea and Stromboli, offering the most evocative sunsets in the Mediterranean.

ROOMS
A holiday in Hotel Punta Scario involves a light suitcase but a heart full of memories! And it couldn’t be any other way, thanks to the rooms directly overlooking the sea!

You will start your day, opening the windows, with a marvellous view of the infinite blue that separates Salina from Stromboli and Panarea, and you can end it enjoying one of the most beautiful sunsets on the island, perhaps sipping a good glass of Malvasia served in your room.

Thanks to the hotel’s panoramic location, all rooms have a small garden or a small private terrace with a sea view. Terraces and gardens surround the two floors of the hotel, allowing the view to be enjoyed from every point.

You can choose between superior, with a garden and sunset view or premium with a view of the islands and double sunrise and sunset views, overlooking the sea. All, inexorably, romantic.

Blue has always been one of the most loved colours by men, women and artists! Associated with harmony and imagination, it is characterised by an infinite range of hues, just like those you can admire on the horizon from your room in Hotel Punta Scario.

According to Kandisky, “from a musical point of view, light blue resembles a flute, blue a cello and, when it becomes very dark, the marvellous sound of the double bass; in its darkest dimension, it has the deep sound of an organ”: Every time you open the window, you can ‘listen’ to a real emotional orchestra!

VILLA
Our exclusive villa with garden is located in the centre of Malfa and is completely renovated. The floors are all antique and restored cement tiles, and the spaces are spacious and bright. The three bedrooms all have bathrooms, and the living room also has a double sofa bed.

The panoramic terrace has sun loungers and tables so you can enjoy the terrace for lunch and dinner while enjoying the beautiful sea view. The villa is in the village, next to the post office, and is only a ten-minute walk from the beach of Punta Scario.

The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for an independent holiday, including washing machine and tumble dryer. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning with independent temperature control and inverter, Wi-Fi connection and satellite TV with Sky.

The garden is equipped with chaise longue and table that can be shaded by a practical sunshade. In less than five minutes’ walk you can reach Hotel Punta Scario, for an aperitif on the terrace, at sunset.

A timeless style: This is the common thread of our villa, where the classic is skilfully maintained and combined with modern, minimalist workmanship, resulting in a contemporary style that will completely immerse you in the Aeolian mood.

Every detail has been taken care of and nothing has been left to chance during this restoration: You can breathe in the charm of the past, with all the comforts provided by technological evolution.

All guests of our villa have free access to the hotel’s Infinity Pool where they can swim overlooking the sea in one of the island’s most panoramic spots, with the horizon over Stromboli and Panarea. And, at sunset, everyone on the terrace for a spectacular aperitif!

DINING
Overlooking the sea, facing Stromboli and Panarea, the terrace is a unique space where you can enjoy a drink away from the buzz of the town, immersed only in the blue of the sea and the red of the sky at sunset. A true spectacle!

Our bartender is very fond of playing with the flavours and aromas offered by local products, offering with his drinks a sensory journey with the common thread of local customs and traditions: A proposal that pays homage to the territory at its best.
 So does our wine cellar, which offers a thoughtful selection of the most surprising local and Sicilian wines.

And for breakfast? Your awakenings in Salina will have something magical: The serenity of the location, the green of nature, the blue sea in front and the islands in front, the warm and familiar welcome of the staff, always kind and helpful, and a rich buffet awaiting you. Every day our kitchen bakes tarts and biscuits, using the best raw materials.

THE SWIMMING POOL 
Thanks to the hotel’s panoramic location, all rooms have a small garden or a small private terrace with a sea view. Terraces and gardens surround the two floors of the hotel, allowing the view to be enjoyed from every point. You can choose between superior, with a garden and view of the islands or with double sunrise and sunset views, and premium, overlooking the sea.

The most evocative pool on the island: At Hotel Punta Scario you can immerse yourself and swim in an incredible overhanging pool, commonly known as the ‘Infinity Pool’, where you will feel as if you can reach the islands of Stromboli and Panarea visible on the horizon in just a few strokes.

Around the swimming pool you can relax in the area equipped with comfortable loungers and a shower, as well as access the SPA.

THE SPA
Sun, sea and more! Also a lot of well-being. Start your day in our SPA: Finnish sauna, Turkish bath and emotional shower for a burst of energy. Once you have completed the experience, you can dive into our infinity pool for the first dive of the day!

Or take advantage of the relaxing and detoxifying properties at the end of the day, perhaps before a nice aperitif on our panoramic terrace. The villa with garden is located in the centre of Malfa and is completely renovated.

The floors are all antique and restored cement tiles, and the spaces are spacious and bright. The three bedrooms all have bathrooms, and the living room also has a double sofa bed.

The panoramic terrace has sun loungers and tables so you can enjoy the terrace for lunch and dinner while enjoying a beautiful sea view. The villa is in the village, next to the post office, and is only a ten-minute walk from the beach of Punta Scario.

BOUTIQUE
Holiday is also shopping: In our boutique ‘Salina Mon Amor’ you will find unique, sought-after and refined items, all personally selected by Valeria Benatti.

Clothes made from natural and eco-friendly fabrics, handcrafted and fair-trade accessories, furniture, bags, perfumes and much more! The perfect place to find the right gift for someone special or, why not, to take a beautiful souvenir of the island with you.

Rooms: 13

Price: from 190 EUR per night

Source: www.hotelpuntascario.it

The Hotel Mea is the place where hospitality, elegance and quality are the very essence of a new accommodation philosophy on the Aeolian Islands.

The Mea Hotel in Lipari is located just a short walk from the historical centre of Lipari, where you can enjoy the panorama of the Bay of Marina Lunga and the castle of Lipari, this is the ideal place to stay in the Aeolian Islands. Mea Hotel was designed with the intention of merging style, design, materials, furniture and objects characteristic of the Aeolian Islands.

The result is that the hotel because of the history of Sicily represents the fusion of two cultures, Western and Arabian. The property is part of the “Aeolian Charme” chain where hospitality, elegance and quality are the very essence of a new accommodation philosophy on the islands.

Hotel Mea has 37 rooms mostly overlooking the bay of Marina Lunga and the Castle of Lipari. Other rooms are quieter with a balcony overlooking the internal Mediterranean garden rich in lemon and olive trees.

All the rooms, with different decor, are soundproofed, with a balcony, Jacuzzi or shower, hairdryer, tv lcd 26″, desk, free internet wi-fi, safe, minibar, telephone and air conditioning.

CHIMERA RESTAURANT
If you are looking for a gourmet experience of fine dining to explore the aeolian flavours in a charming and romantic place far from the noise of the centre, but at the same time in a walking distance from the main street, Chimera Restaurant is perfect for you.

Our chef will lead you through his delightful meal to taste the traditional sicilian and local flavours. Our cuisine offer an healthy diet accompanied by a fine selection of Aeolians, Sicilian and Italian wines and creativity.

WEDDINGS & EVENTS IN SICILY
The charming atmosphere greek and moresquine makes Hotel Mea perfect as a location for your special events. The Hotel Mea gives you the chance, with its qualified Staff or with the collaboration of local Wedding Planners, to celebrate special events such as weddings, birthdays, baptisms etc ..

We will provide with the right space for the ceremony you ever dreamt. The rooms and suites, can be reserved totally for the spouses, friends and relatives, who will want to stay during the period of the event and maybe take the opportunity to enjoy a few more days of relaxation in our wonderful islands.

The proposal of our menus can vary according to the seasonality of the products. It will be personalized with you to fulfill your wishes and satisfy the needs of your guests. Dedicated proposals can be created for any need related to food tastes or intolerances.

DISCOVER LIPARI
The island of Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian archipelago with an important historical heritage. As matter of fact it was known as the Greek Meligunis. Its surface is 37.6 square kilometers and there are about 10,000 residents, number that grows in the summer.

It is a volcanic island and the oldest rocks date back about 225,000 years ago. Today there are still fumarolic activities and hot springs mostly located on the west coast of the island. Lipari has five main suburbs: Lipari, Canneto, Acquacalda, Pianoconte and Quattropani.

These are are all connected by a scenic road that runs along the island. An absolute must is the island tour by taxi or by moped to admire the breathtaking views towards the other sisters from different points of the island.

The beaches are wonderful. The coast starts from Canneto, the largest seaside hotel, where you can enjoy the free beaches or the beach bars in tranquility.

If you keep going to north towards Acquacalda and you will pass through the famous Pomice quarries where in the past the pumice stone was extracted. Lipari is very famous for its White Beaches created by the residues of the pumice.

The sea is so clear with a color that goes from turquoise to deep blue. Once you got to Acquacalda you can enjoy the serenity of the place and admire from the beach the magnificent sunset with the view of the island of Salina.

Among the historical and architectural beauties to visit are the castle of Lipari in the center with the ancient Benedictine monastery from the Norman period, the cathedral from the 13th century, the acropolis, the remains of the graves of the Greco-Roman age and the Archaeological Museum, the second in Europe; in Marina Corta is really interesting the church of Purgatory from the thirteenth century and Murals painted by famous local artists.

Recommended is a walk to the historic center. Very characteristic are the picturesque alleys. Enjoy an happy hour with live music and experience the Aeolian lifestyle that will make your holiday unforgettable.

Rooms: 37

Price: from 55 EUR per night

Source: www.hotelmealipari.it

The “La Piazza” Hotel, located in the most exclusive part of the east coast of the island of Panarea, offers unequalled, breathtaking views. It is immersed in a beautiful garden surrounded by the luxuriant vegetation typical of the Aeolian Islands. Its fine position in one of the most attractive and quiet areas of Panarea will make your stay very relaxing indeed.

The structure of the hotel reflects the typical styles of Aeolian architecture. The swimming pool, filled with sea water, is reserved for the guests and it is furthermore equipped with jacuzzi and any comforts you may wish. It overlooks the charming Caletta bay. The restaurant, managed by the owners, offers a wide range of delicious dishes.

The interiors of the hotel are decorated with the greatest care for detail. The excellent furnishings are embellished with the most precious ceramics by renowned Sicilian artisans from Caltagirone and Santo Stefano di Camastra.

ROOMS
The Hotel has 34 comfortable rooms equipped with spacious terraces, air conditioning, refrigerated cocktail cabinet, satellite TV, telephone, hair dryer, safe and other modern comforts. Most of the rooms offer marvellous views owards the islets of Lisca Bianca, Lisca Nera, Dattilo, Basiluzzo and Le Formiche

THE SWIMMING POOL
The swimming pool, a feature of our Hotel, has private access to the seashore. It is located on a panoramic and very beautiful terrace sheer above the sea. It is equipped with a spacious solarium and overlooks the open expanse of the sea.

The private slope leading to the sea enables access to the rocky beach. For those who wish to enjoy the island on a boat, it is possible to reach easily the hotel and to enjoy an aperitif on our terrace or taste the delicious dishes prepared by our chef.

WELLNESS CENTER
Kore, our wellness center, has playful-thermal pools in Caltagirone enamelled lava stone, with thermal -salmastra water and a level garden of “camaeops humilis”; Turkish bath with bisuòlo seat, the ancient Aeolian seat in enamelled lava stone. The wellness center is available to hotel guests and upon request for desired beauty treatments

• Mysore Yoga: a practice focused on improving postural problems or asymmetry of the pelvis, freeing the spine from tensions and restrictions, opening the hips to obtain the right activation of the core, freeing the chest and shoulders area to give space to the heart, breath, to the flow of life.
  It is a class designed for all levels
• Mobility & Flexibility: simple and effective class, you will feel the benefits immediately. Here the 4 directions of movement of each joint are explored, with the main focus on the spine .. you will be pleasantly struck and fascinated by how many unexplored movements our body is master!
• Myofascial release: The fascias are those connective tissues that, like a web, expand far and wide in our body. They have a memory and follow our habits. We need to remind them that there is openness! A nice and dynamic class, to the rhythm of music. We will explore the Facia to create strength, flexibility, freedom and space, freeing the imprisoned emotions, ancient traumas and stagnant energies. Immediate benefits guaranteed
• PawanMuktAsana Yoga: Sequence of specific Yoga asanas (positions), aimed at restoring the right ‘oil’ to each joint, strengthening muscles and tissues. Practice carried out mainly while sitting or lying down. It releases stagnant energies, giving greater mental clarity and physical lightness, and a new awareness of our bones. Helps prevent arthritis and pain. You will feel like you are flying!

PANAREA
The island offers charming and panoramas and pathways: Cala Junco, Lisca Bianca, Lisca Nera, Basiluzzo, Dattilo, view on the fumarole and thermal waters, visit to the neolithic village. For those who instead love the mountains, Panarea offers interesting itineraries.

The Italian Alpine Club has recently published a booklet called “Andare per sentieri ” (Walking on pathways, issued by the Italian Alpine Club). From Panarea it is possible to reach easily by boat all the other islands in the archipelago for day trips and visits

Rooms: 35

Price: from 235 EUR per night

Source: www.hotelpiazza.it

In the splendid setting of the Aeolian archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000, a few steps from the sea, on the splendid black beach to the west stands Les Sables Noirs, a recently renovated Resort designed for travelers who love breathtaking views.

Les Sables Noirs & Spa whose name derives from the color of the typical beach of the island of Vulcano has always been considered one of the most prestigious hotels in the entire archipelago. Style, elegance and naturalistic beauties combine to offer you a perfect place to spend your holidays in total relaxation.

An elegant garden with outdoor swimming pool and a splendid terrace overlooking the Ponente Bay where you can sip your drinks while admiring the wonderful sunset of Vulcano. Colors, scents, emotions that will leave the mark of a sublime island holiday in you.

Excellence of the Resort the brand new SPA a perfect place to indulge in well-being and restore the right physical and emotional balance in the sign of a regenerating experience under the sun of Vulcano. Do not miss our breakfast buffet, served at the American Bar, with typical products of the island and Sicilian culinary tradition, gluten free and 0 km products.

The reception staff, open 24 hours a day, friendly and attentive to your every need, will be happy to advise you on places, beaches, restaurants, excursions and more on the island and throughout the Aeolian archipelago. Let yourself be seduced by Les Sables Noirs & Spa , a refined haven of peace and relaxation!

ROOMS & SUITES
The rooms of the Resort offer a refined attention to detail, a contemporary design that gives the rooms an elegant atmosphere typical of charming hotels. The 53 rooms with garden and terrace, furnished according to design trends, are all equipped with kitchenette, double bedroom, living room and bathroom with large walk-in shower and, for the suites, breathtaking views of the bay. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, LED TV.

THE TERRACE
Completely immersed in the warm Aeolian atmosphere , captured by the magnificent spectacle of the sunset, a light and refined sound will accompany your aperitifs on the splendid terrace of Les Sables Noirs Resort & Spa. A common thread that binds great classics and new aromas and flavors expertly mixed by our barmen to give you a sensational volcanic experience.

SPA & WELLNESS
Adjacent to the pool you will find the intimate and welcoming SPA . The Wellness center offers a wellness program with sauna, Turkish bath, Kneipp path, sensory showers, two whirlpools (one indoor and one outdoor with three hydro beds) with relaxation area, herbal teas and salt wall, for a perfect relaxation of mind and body.

The Spa also has a massage room with traditional and innovative treatments for a complete remise en forme. The SPA is open every day from 12.00 to 21.00 (last admission at 20.00) and can be booked directly at the hotel. Admission is not permitted for children under 16 years of age.

MADERA MASSAGE
Madera Massage is an ancient massage technique that uses small wooden tools specially designed to work on the different areas and problems of the body without being invasive, giving on the contrary, well-being, relief and relaxation. Deeply draining, anti-cellulite, remodeling.

VOLCANO RITUAL
Aromatic body ritual features hypnotic notes of amber and myrrh. Immerse yourself in this ritual with an exclusive body exfoliation with pumice stone and enzymatic exfoliation nectar for soft and smooth skin.

A relaxing massage with heated amber oil seduces the senses with warm, sweet and woody notes for an unforgettable sensory experience.

PANAREA & STROMBOLI
We leave from the port of Levante towards Panarea, the VIP island of the archipelago. Panarea is the oldest island of the Aeolian Islands and with the islets of Basiluzzo, Spinazzola, Lisca Bianca, Dattilo, Bottaro, Lisca Nera and the rocks of Panarelli and Formiche, it forms a micro-archipelago

Do not miss the feast of San Pietro, patron saint of the island which is celebrated on June 29th.The statue of the saint is carried on the shoulders of the faithful along the main streets of the island, the procession is accompanied by the band with prayer intervals.

The characteristic of this procession, which makes it fascinating and evocative, concerns the moment in which the statue is put on a boat and continues by sea. We stop for about an hour and leave again in the direction of Stromboli. The island is characterized by the lack of lighting and the unique Stromboli volcano in constant activity.

Until August  it was possible to climb the volcano with a compulsory guide (about 4 h), but due to the intense volcanic activity, climbing was prohibited. At about 20.00 the boat stops in Ginostra, under the volcano to admire the sciara of fire.

ALICIDI & FILICUDI
Alicudi is characterized by pebble and rocky beaches. The tour of the island is possible, but presents the risk of falling stones, moved by the wind or by wild goats, and requires swimming around some rock formations.

Going up the steep mule tracks, currently well maintained in summer by the Legambiente volunteers, you immerse yourself in the Mediterranean scrub made up of heather , caper, broom, olive tree, mastic, carob.

The fauna is very varied and rich; migratory birds such as pelican, purple heron, gray heron and pink flamingo appear in spring and autumn. Among the sedentary species there are the imperial crow, the wild pigeon, the mallard, the greater shearwater and the lesser shearwater, locally called araghiuni. Among the birds of prey the peregrine falcon, the lodolaio, the queen’s falcon and the cuckoo falcon. Among the mammals, the wild rabbit.

Traditional houses have a flat roof for collecting rainwater, which is conveyed into large cisterns placed alongside and below, and intercommunicating rooms side by side, which open onto terraces with masonry seats ( bissuoli ) and typical truncated columns. cone ( pulere ), on which the wooden beams of the pergolas rest, support for shading vines. The island is partly protected as it is part of a natural park with marked trails

LIPARI & SALINA
Lipari, the capital of the Aeolian Islands, is the largest in the archipelago. You arrive in Marina Lunga and walk along Corso Vittorio Emanuele, simply the Corso, to get to the old port of Marina Corta. Do not miss the visit to the Archaeological Museum located in the Castle of Lipari which has about fifty rooms, in which the archaeological materials are exhibited in chronological order.

You can admire precious materials from both the inhabited area and the funerary objects, vases, stones, tombstones and stone sarcophagi which testify to the evolution of the cult of the dead. In addition, ceramics of various types and shapes, theatrical masks and clay statues.

Absolutely to visit the Cathedral of San Bartolomeo, voted in 1084 and probably built in the Ruggerian period (1130 AD) and remodeled in various periods, up to 1861 with a late baroque style facade. Next to it are the remains of the Norman Monastery of the Most Holy Savior, with a very valuable cloister in which columns and capitals are partly reused from Roman monuments and partly of medieval construction.

Famous is the white pumice beach which, thanks to its white seabed, mainly composed of pumice stone sediments, is one of the most evocative of the Aeolian islands. The water is mild, of an intense turquoise, and is home to what were once the piers used to transport pumice.

Salina You arrive in Santa Marina which rises on the slopes of the Fossa delle Felci , where you can see a huge crater covered with shrub vegetation mainly composed of ferns. As soon as you arrive in Santa Marina you can admire the wonderful eighteenth-century church with its characteristic bell towers.

Do not miss a swim in Lingua, a pebble beach and crystal clear sea and Pollara beach, located under a steep cliff in the shape of an amphitheater overlooking the sea, is one of the most fascinating places in all the Aeolian Islands; to the north there is the “Balate” bay closed by the Perciato, a promontory where warehouses and shelters dug into the tuff are visible.

The cove is accessed via a steep staircase that crosses the Postman’s house, where the film of the same name was set. From this beach it is possible to admire the spectacular sunset recognized as one of the most beautiful in the world.

The sun is a wonderful deep red and is the backdrop to the spectacular natural attractions, just think of the faraglione, the arch in the foreground and the beautiful islands of Alicudi and Filicudi on the second floor.

Rooms: 42

Price: from 168 EUR per night

Source: www.lessablesnoirs.it

Da Francesco, Panarea restaurant, awaits you a few steps from the port and the historical center of the island, with a characteristic menu, dedicated to the Aeolian cuisine and the most ancient and true Sicilian gastronomy.

A welcoming place, with a breathtaking view of the sea, where you can stay overnight during your trip to Panarea and experience the flavors of typical Aeolian dishes: fish specialties and Sicilian first courses, such as the Aeolian pasta with fresh tuna or swordfish sauce and many Sicilian desserts.

With its privileged location, very close to the splendid beaches of Panarea, and its family atmosphere, Da Francesco will make your stay even more pleasant and relaxing. Besides being one of the oldest and most renowned restaurants in Panarea, the restaurant is an elegant holiday home, ideal for those who want to spend their summer holidays in one of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Sicily.

At Trattoria Da Francesco, Panarea family-run restaurant, you can enjoy rooms equipped with all comforts: from air conditioning to minibar, from safe to color TV. Looking for simple but comfortable accommodation to sleep in Panarea? Come to Trattoria Da Francesco which, since the end of the Sixties, is the preferred destination for couples and families who want to spend a relaxing vacation in Panarea.

A small and charming hotel in Panarea on the sea, with nine rooms furnished with balconies, from which you can look out and admire a unique and spectacular panoramic view! The cuisine of Trattoria da Francesco is a tribute to the tradition and authenticity of Sicilian cuisine, and in particular of the Aeolian one.

Founded by Nonno Francesco and Nonna Pasqualina, this typical restaurant has managed to maintain, over the years, the same simplicity of the past: you can enjoy the classic “grandmother’s recipes”, such as the Aeolian sauce with cherry tomatoes, olives and fresh fish, or the cunzatu aeolian bread and other delicacies of the typical cuisine of the Aeolian Islands.

ROOMS
The rooms of the Hotel “Da Francesco” are located in the central area of Panarea, the smallest of the Aeolian Islands, but certainly the most elegant and fashionable. Overlooking the harbor, they offer a marvelous and enchanting panoramic view of the Dattilo and Basiluzzo islands and the Stromboli, which at night gives magic lava explosions.

THE RESTAURANT
A wonderful terrace overlooking the sea, conciliating suggestive evenings with the good taste of a cuisine from the Eolian tradition. The local fish, fresh in the day, is a prince with innumerable and exquisite recipes such as fresh tuna salad, spaghetti alla disgraziata, squids with malvasia, tuna steak and many others, accompanied by numerous contours of typical Mediterranean cuisine.

THE ISLAND OF PANAREA
Panarea, the small island between the seven (sisters), a chain of volcanic islands north of Sicily. It is a fraction of the town of Lipari. Currently there are about 280 residents living on the island all the year, but the population increases considerably in summer with the influx of tourists.

In recent years, the island has become internationally renowned for its famous visitors. The island is an inactive volcano, with a total area of only 3.4 sq km (1.3 sq mi). The highest point of the island, Punta del Corvo, is 421 m (1,381 ft) above the sea level.

There are thermal water near the village of Punta di Peppe and Maria. Diving is a popular excursion on this small island, and you can also swim near a wreck between the rocks of Lisca Bianca and Bottaro.

In the antiquity, the island was named “Euonymus”. The near Basiluzzo island, administered by Panarea, was named “Hycesia”. There are archaeological evidence on the island dating to the Mycenaean inhabitants (~ 1200 BC), and the island was also ruled by the Romans.

In modern times, Panarea has become a fashionable vacation spot. In 2011, it was described by magazine W as “the epicenter of the most chic summer scene in the Mediterranean.”

Panarea and the entire Aeolian Islands have been declared World Heritage by UNESCO in 2000. Most residences admit only temporary occupation, and the few homes available throughout the year are very expensive and difficult to obtain.

The feast of St.Pietro in Panarea is the 28th and 29th of June and is the traditional feast of St. Peter, patron of Panarea and the fishermen, where folklore, music and sea flavors mingle. The 28th day is usually devoted to rowing-boat competitions; the next day, between white-painted houses, a solemn procession accompanies the statue of the saint from the church of St. Peter along the streets of Panarea.

From the harbor, the celebration continues in the sea along the coast. In the evening, charming dancing and singing in the square and glittering fireworks end the two Panarellian days.

Rooms: 9

Price: from 90 EUR per night

Source: www.dafrancescopanarea.com

If you would love to live on the greenest of the Aeolian Islands, in the middle of the Mediterraneo, on the slopes of its Volcano; if you enjoy traditional food and discover new island-style; if you still believe in the value of family and been taken care of.

If you take delight in both private and convivial moments; if you would like to share stories and collect new ones; if you take care of time as the most precious of your treasures, You are and you will always be welcome here at Principe Di Salina Hotel.

THE ROOMS
From the moment you step into one of Principe di Salina’s twelve rooms, you’ll be charmed with the magic of Sicily. Warm, welcoming colors, locally-made furnishings, and rustic white touches are at the heart of these intimate accommodations.

From the moment you step into one of Principe di Salina’s twelve rooms, you’ll be charmed with the magic of Sicily. Warm, welcoming colors, locally-made furnishings, and rustic white touches are at the heart of these intimate accommodations.

Each room is elegantly appointed and features a private terrace overlooking the Aeolian Sea where you can unwind at the end of the day and experience the stunning sunsets, with Stromboli and Panarea on the horizon.

SUPERIOR ROOM TOP FLOOR
Our Superior rooms are located on the top floor and they have a sea view. Each room is elegantly appointed and features a private terrace looking at the Aeolian Sea where you can unwind at the end of the day and experience the stunning sunsets, with Stromboli and Panarea on the horizon.

Each room is decorated with Sicilian touches, style, and detail to make you feel uniquely pampered. The newly renovated bathrooms offer a glass shower and natural finishings with maiolica decor.

CHARMING ROOM
You’ll be charmed with warm, delicate colors, locally-made furnishings and rustic touches of our Charming rooms. These rooms are immersed in calmness and light. The soft colors of its decoration together with the deep green of nature create a holistic harmony that inspires relaxation and serenity.

From their terraces, you can enjoy a lateral view of the blue sea. The newly renovated bathrooms offer a glass shower and natural finishings with maiolica decor.

DINING
At Principe di Salina we believe in the importance of fresh ingredients and healthy lifestyles.

Our chef and Mum Silvana, a Doctor by profession also holds an international masters in nutrition, creates the ideal match between healthy foods and delicious southern flavours – in collaboration with her beloved staff. Embark with us on an Italian food adventure: home-made is our way to go.

BREAKFAST
Kick-off the day is with an Italian cappuccino in the hand and a Sicilian brioche on the side. Or some freshly made omelet with Sicilian cherry tomato salad?
All with sea view in our terrace.

POOL BAR
Relax on the pool bed, grab a fresh-squeezed juice. Our pool bar provides the perfect space to enjoy the water, the sun, and stay close enough to refill your Aperol spritz while ordering a lunch bowl!

ITALIAN STYLE DINNER
Feast on fresh, local island ingredients turned into sumptuous Sicilian dishes created by our wonderful chef. We believe there’s nothing quite like family-style dinners filled with good wine and conversation.

SILVANA
Silvana is a surgeon by profession, also holds an international master in nutrition. Cooking has always been her passion project and that’s why everything she makes has plenty of love. She can create an ideal match between healthy foods and delicious southern flavours.

You can often find her creating something new with herbs from the garden, or spoiling all the staff with her magic desserts. When she is not in the kitchen you can find her by the water in Santa Marina- a good dose of sun and a few hours in the sea, recharge her 100%.

THE POOL & THERMAL BATH
Relax and take in exquisite sea views from the infinity pool and geothermal spa tub nestled in the lush vegetation.

Towels are at the ready at the pool and solarium, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. The spa tub is fed by a sulfuric geothermal aquifer 80 mt deep. The temperature reaches a soothing of 40° C, able to melt the cares of the world away.

CONVIVIAL TABLE
At Principe, we believe the best memories are made around the table. We serve our food family-style to the centre, and if we have more Silvana will pass along to serve you an extra plate.

We love to change the menu daily to focus on fresh seasonal ingredients, local fish and we make no compromise on quality. Same goes for the wines, we have selected Sicilian and Salina’s wine to support our local community and island.

You can review the menu in the morning and sign up directly the same day. You can have all the courses or less, or also ask half portions if your curiosity gets the better of you.

COOKING CLASS
Silvana & her staff can walk you through her most famous recipes and teach you all the secrets.

PRIVATE EVENTS
With sea breezes and citrus awakening your senses, and the blues of the sea, reds of the rocks and greens of the island setting a picturesque backdrop, Principe di Salina is the perfect place to create memories.

Celebrate your wedding, anniversary, or let us arrange and host an extraordinary wedding your guests will never forget.

PERSONAL HOLIDAY TIPS
The most precious gift we can give someone is the gift of our time and attention, and that’s exactly what we plan to do before your booking, once you check-in and even after your check out.

DISCOVER THE ISLAND 
We went for a month every summer and we knew it wasn’t long enough, in fact, we asked ourselves how we could share our very own slice of paradise with you. So we created Principe di Salina…

Whether you’re looking for the ultimate personalized holiday or simply relax for a few days, our team is ready to make your dreams come true. Our goal is for you to fall in love with the island of Salina, as it happened to us many years ago!

SALINA
One of the seven pearls of the Eolie Islands, Salina is situated in the middle of the archipelago and is an ideal starting point for anyone wanting to explore the islands.

The island of Salina derives its name from an old lake once used to produce salt. It is characterized by two volcanoes and in ancient times its name was Dydime (The Double), due to the similar shape of the two mountains forming the island: Monte Fossa delle Felci and Monte dei Porri.

DIVE INTO CLEAR SEA
The sea is so clean it’s practically crystal clear — a paradise for scuba divers. Secca del Capo is situated a bit further than three miles from Capo Faro and, though the peak of this rock shift is at a depth of 8 meters, most of the dive takes place at a depth of 35 to 40 meters.

ADVENTURE AROUND THE AEOLIAN ISLANDS
Visiting the islands by sea is definitely the best experience if you love water. There are many different options depending on how much time you want to spend and your budget: a private boat with skipper shared group boats, rent your own private boat for the day/half day. The hydrofoil also regularly connects Salina to all the other islands.

VOLCANIC BEACH
The volcanic island hosts stunning beaches:Punta Scario beach in Malfa is a 15min walk from the hotel. Black volcanic rocks and clear waters, create pure magic. The small fisherman village of Pollara was the set of the famous movie “Il Postino”, dominated by a white vertical cliff, part of an ancient crater.

The only dark sand beach of Rinella characterises the colorful village and sunbath amongst the fishing boats. Lingua offers a promenade by the sea with numerous access points to the water.

HIKE THE VOLCANO
Salina is also called “Green Island” because of its forest and Malvasia grape vineyards. Many tracks and hikes possible in Salina.

The most famous one is in the volcanic cone of the highest mountain “Monte Fossa delle Felci” – a wonderful tree fern forest, which is today a protected natural reserve reachable through a track.

It takes around 2 hours to get there on foot and the starting point is the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Terzito in Valdichiesa, reachable also by public bus.

FOOD & WINE
Salina is renowned for the production of “capers” and “Malvasia”, distinctive wine with a very sweet flavor and aroma derived from raisins. Local wine tastings and products are possible to be booked in many of the canteens on the island.

Rooms: 12

Price: from 180 EUR per night

Source: www.principedisalina.it

Capofaro was born out of the love that the Tasca d’Almerita family have for wine and sea, a spectacular estate found on the island of Salina, designed for friends, guests and travellers of taste, providing the best in Mediterranean hospitality.

Capofaro is the culmination of Sicilian cuisine and the Tasca family’s gastronomic traditions, recreated in the restaurant’s kitchen with the best local raw materials, craftsmanship and the creative flair of a southern chef.

Capofaro, a member of the Relais & Châteaux association since 2017, is a place where you discover that luxury is natural beauty. Capofaro is the truest expression of Salina, a locanda surrounded by rows of vines reaching the sea, producing Malvasia, the typical wine of the island.

ROOMS
Twenty-seven rooms in total, each unique yet all with their own private terrace with a sea or garden view. The rooms are reigned over by the historic Anfiteatro vineyard, with its striking colours, seasonal changes and thrilling energy.

The rooms, of which there are five different types, are all of the minimal Aeolian architectural design; suite 21 is found at the highest point of the estate, with spectacular views it is the only suite equipped with an old working oven that can be used for private dinners.

THE LIGHTHOUSE
With its reassuring presence and charm of its warm glow, the Capofaro lighthouse has been standing on the promontory of Capofaro and watching over the sea since the mid nineteenth century.

From November of last year the Tasca d’Almerita family acquired this piece of island history, along with the desire to preserve and improve the structure. There are now six rooms and suites within this guardian’s lodgings, which overlook the cliffs and the splendour of the Aeolian sea, with the twins mountains of Salina behind it.

YESTERDAY AND TODAY
This lighthouse is the first sign for those arriving by night from the Tyrrhenian Sea, it is the northernmost lighthouse in Sicily, an island lighthouse, with a double reach light compared to his coastal brothers.

Luigi Salvatore d’Asburgo, an adventurous explorer of this corner of the Mediterranean dedicated beautiful pages of his travel diary to this lighthouse, which later provided the inspiration for the author Hugo Pratt in the creation of his comics Corto Maltese.

The position of the lighthouse, 100m away from the entrance of the Locanda allows guests to submerse themselves in an atmosphere of refined tranquillity and absolute relaxation.

RESTAURANT
Young Sicilian Chef Gabriele Camiolo along with his culinary brigade interprets the passion of the Tasca d’Almerita for good food, a deep and rich gastronomic history that combines the lessons of the “monsù” (cooks of the Sicilian and Neapolitan aristocratic houses) and the peasant knowledge of the ancient Sicilian fiefs, reaching up to the present day.

A journey of taste and ethics that goes through the concept of “short kilometer”: a system of gardens supplies 70 percent of the produces used in the kitchen. The ancient grains for bread, pasta and other genuine products come from Regaleali estate. Among these, the bread of Capofaro, awarded by the Gambero Rosso 2018 Restaurant Guide as “Best Bread on the Table” in Italy.

BREAKFAST
Breakfast at Capofaro is a chance for guests to explore Sicilian cuisine and its deep rooted traditions. In the kitchen, the day begins with the ritual preparation of fresh ricotta cheese and yogurt while Capofaro’s celebrated bread is baking. Typical Sicilian pastries such as bombe, graffe and sfinci are baked every morning by our pastry team, with the promise to delight all senses.

For the 2021 season, we have introduced three different breakfast journeys: Signature, Wellness, and Full Breakfast/Brunch. Each journey offers the opportunity to taste a bounty of Sicilian excellences, a great start for a great day.

MENU
Capofaro describes his idea of Sicily in the kitchen: traditional recipes and original creations are made with the knowledge of local ingredients from produce grown in our garden. Our bread, jam, ricotta, marinades and pickled vegetables are all made here in the Capofaro kitchen.

CHEF
“Being on the greenest and most agricultural island of the Aeolian Islands, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, with the possibility of drawing on a luxuriant vegetable garden and a large group of passionate local producers like us, offers a variety of simple, seasonal dishes, with a very short supply chain and respectful of the environment. ”

Chef Gabriele Camiolo promises to find the trait-d’union between the story of typical Aeolian products and the gastronomic heritage of the Tasca d’Almerita family. This ancient yet very modern know-how is made available to guests who want to try their hand at culinary experiences with ingredients and recipes from the estate.

THE VINEYARD
As with every Tasca d’Almerita project the starting point in Salina was vineyards. When the property was purchased there was a six hectare Malvasia vineyard that had been in production for about thirty years; the best part was combined with the opportunity to grow additional Malvasia plants on the island; creating a vineyard that produces wines with enhanced aromatic qualities.

MALVASIA
Malvasia delle Lipari is the noble fruit of the Aeolian islands, the grape belongs to the category of aromatic wines, and is one of the many Malvasia varieties cultivated in Italy. For our Didyme bottle, the grapes are harvested early, resulting in a dry wine with good acidity, hints of aromatic herbs and floral notes.

Whereas if the fruit is harvested fully ripened and dried for a short time, the result is a truly excellent sweet wine. The Capofaro Malvasia grapes for our sweet wine are dehydrated in the shade, to maintain the fruit’s fragrance and elegance. Our winemakers undergo a gentle pressing of the grapes and the use of low fermentation temperatures, to extract and maintain the typical aromaticity of the grapes.

WINE
Capofaro is one of the five estates owned by the Tasca d’Almerita family, Caopofaro is home to the ‘Anfiteatro’ vineyard. Salina is of volcanic origin and its soil nurtures the Malvasia delle Lipari grape, a golden variety that yields the famous dry and sweet local wines.

A WALK IN THE VINEYARDS
At Capofaro you can experience working on a vineyard, from pruning to the harvest, as an observer or participating in person. From a walk around the vineyards accompanied by Capofaro’s sommelier, to actively working on the ancient plants. It’s a tactile experience of continuous discovery; for example guests will learn that at Capofaro there is no irrigation system, the plants seek a water source on their own.

WINE TASTINGS
Let us share with you the Tasca d’Almerita family passion for wine, and the story behind each bottle.For a complete and unforgettable Capofaro wine experience, we have created tastings of wines from across Sicily, produced by the Tasca d’Almerita family.

The Capofaro sommellier will guide you through the bottles recalling their story and the land where the grapes are grown, the tasting is accompanied with a pairing of appetizers made by chef Gabriele Camiolo and his team.

APERITIVO
Aperitivo at Capofaro – a must for any visitor to Salina – The restaurant’s terrace opens up to the sea and the view of Panarea and the active volcano Stromboli, which at night often spits out jets of incandescent lava. Behind you the sunset lights up the twin mountains of Didyme, green and imperious, the symbols of the island. All this while our resident DJ plays carefully selected music.

WINE ECOSYSTEM
The full immersion in an ecosystem linked to wine is the basis of menus where the dishes interact with the labels and the Tasca d’Almerita estates. Tasca d’Almerita have been cultivating the land with care and passion for eight generations.

Today they manage five estates in five distinctive territories across Sicily: Regaleali, their family home, Tascante on Mount Etna, Whitaker on Mozia Island, Sallier de la Tour in Camporeale, Capofaro on Salina Island. Tasca d’Almerita’s love for wine is splendidly complemented by their flair for hospitality, with Capofaro being a bright testimony of it.

THE MARINA AND MALVASIA MICROMUSEUM
The Marina and Malvasia Micromuseum narrates the historical and cultural heritage that intertwine throughout the history of the island of Salina, its economic development based on the production of Malvasia delle Lipari and the foundation of the Marina thanks to the lighthouses which for centuries have protected strategic human settlements and the territory.

SEA
Daily trips to explore the islands of the archipelago by sea can be arranged, nautical excursions can be organised to meet the requests of our guests.

BOAT TRIPS
Nautical excursions can be organised to meet the requests of our guests, from scuba diving to evening trips to the volcanic island of Stromboli. We can arrange outings around Salina and the other Aeolian islands, with a cold bottle of wine and a gourmet picnic prepared by our chefs. Let us plan the whole day for you, with trusted local skippers and boats of different models.

LIDO GHARB
Guests at Capofaro have access to a pebbled private beach whenever they want an alternative to a day at the pool. The beach is fully equipped with lounge chairs and umbrellas from June 1st to September 30th. There is a free shuttle service from Capofaro.

APERITIVO AT POLLARA
The village of Pollara which became famous thanks to the film ‘Il Postino’ provides a spectacular view of the sun setting over the Tyrennian sea. Our chef Gabriele Camiolo and sommelier on request will prepare a picnic basket with everything needed for a romantic aperitivo to savour as you take the time to watch the sun disappearing into the sea.

THE AEOLIAN ISLANDS
The Aeolian islands are a UNESCO world heritage site due to their outstanding record of ongoing volcanic activity. Lipari, Vulcano, Salina, Alicudi, Filicudi, Panarea and Stromboli: the seven “sisters” with a millennial history that rise from the Tyrrhenian Sea, about forty kilometres from the north-eastern coast of Sicily.

The islands, a symbol of uncontaminated nature, have been inhabited since prehistory; Greek legend states that the Aeolian islands were created by Aeolus, the God of the wind.

SALINA
The ancient name of Salina, “Didyme” is from the Greek “twins”, referring to Salina’s two mountains, it’s these extinct volcanos that give the island its unique profile. The island is known mainly for the production of Malvasia and capperi di Salina; a Slow Food presidium, its abundant vegetation is the richest among these islands, attracting many bird species to Salina.

EXPLORE THE SEA
A crystal-clear sea and high dark rocky cliffs with lush vegetation: exploring Salina by yacht or fishing boat, is a breath-taking experience, which reveals the secret coves and allows to dive into the uncontaminated sea. Salina is located at the center of the archipelago: it is possible to organize daily excursions by boat or hydrofoil to the other islands.

EXPLORE THE LAND
Panoramic trekking paths lead to the nature reserve of the Montagne delle Felci and dei Porri, here visitors can observe numerous plant species, take a breath of forest air, and observe – from the highest point of the Aeolian Islands – Eleonora’s falcons, shearwaters, other pelagic birds and awesome views that span from the Sicilian coastline to Mount Etna.

Rooms: 27

Price: from 279 EUR per night

Source: www.capofaro.it

La Locanda del Postino is a small accommodation facility with 10 rooms furnished according to the Eolian style, located in the plateau of Pollara, a district of Malfa, that 13.000 years ago hosted the biggest crater of the Eolian Islands, with a diameter of more than 1 km. The farmstead, faithfully restored, on West, faces on the sea and as far as the eye can see you can catch sight of the beautiful outlines of Alicudi and Filicudi.

The access to the beach of Pollara is at the moment forbidden. It’s possible to reach the sea by a staircase, that leads you to “Balate”, a very small fishing village built on the rock. Here it has been shot the movie “Il Postino” with Massimo Troisi and Philippe Noiret.

La Locanda del Postino has the Ecolabel certification, released by the European Union, for the environmental policy adopted during the construction of the structure and the environmental care in daily management. Indeed here we use local typical products for every preparation, plastic packagings have been forbidden, the electricity is produced by sustainable energetic sources and rain water is used for irrigation and drain.

INTERIORS
“La Locanda del Postino” is a small family-run hotel, situated in the island of Salina, in the Eolian islands archipelago. It was born by the faithful and conservative restoration of an ancient Eolian dwelling, the biggest of the small district of Pollara, directed to keep unchanged the original structure, and enhance the architectural and stylistic peculiarities.

You can breathe its history in every location, from the ancient “Palmento” to the living room, that holds a library for the book sharing and a large collection of ancient small bottles of liqueurs. All the finds discovered during the restoration have been shown in a shelving in the Palmento doorway, allowing you to take a leap in the local populations’ ancient lifestyles, mostly devoted to agriculture and fishing.

The familiar, but discreet, atmosphere of the hotel will allow you to feel at home, absorbed in the silence and quietness, that characterize life in the small district of Pollara, even in the crowded month of August.

Everywhere you can enjoy one of the most extraordinary sunset of the world, with the background of Alicudi and Filicudi outlines, and the imposing cliff (faraglione), what is left of the frontal wall’s sink of Pollara’s crater.

Light colours, dry stone walls built according to the skilful Eolian technique, rays of light from above, contribute to increase the charm that timeless places, like the hotel “La Locanda del Postino”, provoke in those people who stay here, leaving an unforgettable mark in their heart.

You will be received with friendliness by the Leva family, devoted for years to welcoming, and they will be able to satisfy all your needs, make your staying unforgettable and change every departure into a promise for a future trip.

PALMENTO
Inside the structure there is the Palmento, recognised as an important ethno-anthropological site by the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage. The Palmento is a large and not so deep basin with concrete walls, used for grapes pressing and must fermentation.

In ancient times, the whole village of Pollara carried there their grapes to press, because it was the biggest Palmento in the area. People tell that during the pressing ritual, drinking glasses of young wine, the priest, who was the original owner, fell in love with a young girl, and had two children.

Since then the house began declining and was abandoned by the heirs not to be pointed out as children of sin, in the Sicily of the early ‘900, when these stories had to be hidden and omitted in order not to fall into gossip.

On the contrary, we love telling this story, showing to our guests the basin turned into a corner bar, the old wrought iron beds decorated with delicate tempering drawings, the prisa, that’s a large rock of igneous stone with a hole above just to tie it at the wooden beam, hanging at the ceiling, used to press Malvasia grapes.

In front of the basin used for the pressing grapes, there is another collection basin, located below the decking level and illuminated to show the various processing phases. You can also see the cannizzi used to dry the shoot of grapes in the sun, and then turning them into scented and sweet Malvasia, or the dried tomatoes in oil. You can taste all this delicious food at the restaurant in our hotel.

GARDEN
Every house, in the Eolian islands, has got its own garden. This is the way they love to live, surrounded by the scent of curative and aromatic herbs, the bright colours of seasonal fruits and the fresh air of the evergreen trees’ leaves .

We want to give to our guests the same lifestyle and the same olfactory sensations. We have to invite them to massage their wrists and neck with a lemongrass twig that is very perfumed and a very good antidote against insects stings.

Or to taste our restaurant dishes, enriched with the seasonal spices of our garden: mint, rosemary, sage, capers, laurel, thyme, oregano, basil, etc… and then the lavender, perfumed and luxuriant during summertime, used as natural fragrance for rooms and environments. Lemon trees, whose fruits we can collect and eat in the rooms patio. Lemons become jams you can taste during breakfast, on a crumbly slice of twice-baked bread.

Salina hosts more than the 30% of the Mediterranean arboreal species and you will come across many of them having a walk along the walkway of the hotel, close to the relax area where you can read a good book, surrounded by the green of the centenarian palms wood, more than ten meters high.

SUPERIOR ROOMS
The Superior room is situated on the top floor of the structure and it is an independent and comfortable room, with a private bathroom and a sea view balcony. It’s furnished in an easy and sober way, according to the Eolian style, and decorated with ancient and handcrafted majolicas, recovered, during the restoration, from the floors and the abandoned courtyards (bagghi).

Outside there is a large, private and panoramic terrace, with a hammock, a deckchair, a sun bed, tables and chairs, just to relax and enjoy the magical sunset of Pollara. The natural amphitheatre of the crater mountains surrounding Pollara’s bay, clearly seen from the room patio, during the sunset acquires iridescent colours, changing from green to red, in an explosion of strong and warm feelings, enchanting anyone who stays here.

RESTAURANT
The buffet breakfast is available from 8.00 to when you want to get up! Our jams are made with fresh seasonal fruit, local products, homemade cakes and biscuits are our specialties.

The salty breakfast is served on request, as the specific products for any possible intolerance, you have to communicate at your arrival. Gluten free products are always available. We have created a collection of recipes, above all recipes of cakes and biscuits that were more appreciated by our guests, for those ones who want to try them at home.

At the restaurant we serve meals of the typical Eolian and Sicilian tradition, mainly based on fish and seasonal vegetables, wisely cooked by our chef, clever to mix the nouvelle cuisine with the respect for the raw materials, true strong point of our culinary offer.

At lunch you will find a reduced menù, for a pleasant light lunch based on taste and refinement. The restaurant is open every day, both for our guests and those ones who are curious about our delicious dishes.

THE ISLAND
Salina has an extension of about 26,8 kmq, and it is the second largest island after Lipari. There are the two highest mountains of the Eolian archipelago, Fossa delle Felci and Monte Porri, extinguished volcanoes, and from that it took its ancient name Didyme, that means Twins.

Salina has several archeological sites, where have been discovered relics of the Eolian Neolithic. Portella, Barone and Mastrognoli are all settlements that date back to the bronze age; Mastrognoli is situated along one of the ancient paths that ventures into the Monte Fossa delle Felci flanks and represents one of the most beautiful naturalistic path of the island.

Many paths lead to the Monte Fossa delle Felci and Monte Porri peaks, from where it’s possible to admire all the Eolian islands, immersed in a flourishing vegetation that hold the 30% of the Mediterranean arboreal species. In the trekking section you will find the main paths to explore.

To the Eolian art lovers we suggest to visit the Civic Museaum of Lingua, dedicated to the history, habits, lifestyle and traditions of the island of Salina, and the Eolian Emigration Museum, in Malfa, that contains publications, images, photographs, old cardboard suitcases and relics about the emigration and the Eolian communities in America and Australia.

Another point of reference, for those people who want to keep in contact with the identity of the country, the Eolian and Sicilian culture and the historical memory of the communities abroad, it is the Library- Art gallery of Malfa, that contains an important books and audiovisual heritage.

Salina is the most fertile of the Eolian islands. Here there is the collection of the esteemed grapes, from which we get the production, among other respectable wines, of the Malvasia delle Lipari, a dessert sweet wine. The cultivation of capers has also a remarkable importance, and they are exported all over the world.

In Pollara The church and the small square of Sant’Onofrio are meeting points. Here, on the first Sunday of June, takes place the Caper Festival, an enogastronomic event, where all the women of the village are busy to prepare rigorously capers-based dishes, put on tables set along the street and in the square. Live music, local wine, dances and typical dessert make this event something unique.

THE SEA
The access to the beach has been forbidden because of the frequent falls of the rock flank around the bay. It’s possible to reach the sea by a staircase, more or less 150 steps, that leads you to Balate, a very small fishing village built on the rock of the creater.

Here it has been shot the movie “Il postino” with Massimo Troisi. Here, it’s possible to see Punta del Perciato, a huge arch in igneous stone created by the strength of the sea in the promontory, uncontested symbol of the island.

The sea of Salina has a changing colours, from the green near the shore, to the cobalt blue in the abyss, that blends with the light blue of the sky, a real paradise for snorkeling and diving.

The uneven coast is the perfect frame for the extraordinary sequence of small coves, sink walls, caves built in the lava, intimate small bays made with pebbles and black sandy beaches, awarded by the famous Blue Guide of Lega Ambiente for their panoramic value.

The main sea accesses of the island are the ancient beach of Scario, with its big pebbles smoothed by the weather, the suggestive Pollara bay, where you can feel the magical feeling of having a swim in a submersed prehistorical crater, the suggestive Black beach of Rinella, the beaches of Santa Marina and Lingua, to enjoy, in an unforgettable way, the Eolian sea.

EXCURSIONS BY BOAT
The excursion around the island by boat is an experience that you can’t miss. The excursions start from the three ports of the island: Malfa, S. Marina and Rinella. Running along the shore, they stop in the most suggestive places, to enjoy the crystal clear sea. For the real lovers, in Salina there are several scuba diving centers, in the most suggestive and hidden places of the island and the whole archipelago.

On the depth it will be possible to observe the actinias, sea anemones, yellow sponges and gorgonias’ colonies. Among the ravines it’s possible to meet groupers, morays, sea stars, sarago fishes and an extraordinary variety of species.

If you are lucky, a bit more in the open sea, you can see beautiful dolphins and sea turtles, and completely enjoy the Mediterranean magic. The island of Salina is in the middle of the Eolian Archipelago, and it’s the perfect starting point to visit by boat the other six sisters.

The are several navigation companies that organize tours in the nearby islands, and here following we report you the main excursions: Filicudi-Alicudi, starting at about 11.00 am and coming back at 6.00 pm; Vulcano-Lipari, with a stop in the most suggestive points of the coast and in the main residential areas; Panarea-Stromboli, to admire the Stromboli’s sciara del fuoco by sea.

Another very suggestive excursion is Stromboli by night, starting about at 6.00 pm and coming back about at 11.00 pm, to admire the bursts of Stromboli at the moonlight. On the boats it’s possible to bring your breakfast in a bag, or to taste a delicious dish of pasta, cooked on board by the staff. The excursions and the immersions can be scheduled and booked directly in hotel.

TREKKING
Even if it is a small island, Salina offers many things to see along the many naturalistic paths through the relaxed and lush trails that characterized it. If you are walk-lovers, you will be immersed in a lush nature, and you will be amazed by the perfumes and the enchanted and magical colours of the island.

Along the way, the Mediterranean colours and perfumes mix themselves with the white Eolian houses, and then you will end up again on the mountains, among an explosion of nature, between silence and quietness, in the sea breeze and always with the watchful gaze on the sparkle of the sea.

For the trekking-lovers, we could suggest the excursion that’s more suitable to our guests’ needs or we could organize a walking excursion with an expert guide, for those ones who prefer to be cuddled and want to walk away from the usual paths. Following you will find the main naturalistic paths of the island.

HOW TO ARRIVE
For people who prefer travelling by plane, the nearest airports are Catania, Reggio Calabria and Palermo. From Catania, you need to take a bus, there are also private ones, towards Messina, or preferably to Milazzo, that offers more routes. The hydrofoils, from the end of June to the middle of September, start also from Naples.

There are private companies that organize on request transfers by helicopter and large boats. If you want to travel by car, the departure port is in Milazzo. Please, communicate us every difficulty you can meet and we will help you to organize your transfers as best as possible.

Rooms: 10

Price: from 89 EUR per night

Source: www.locandadelpostino.it

The Hotel Lisca Bianca with its central position in front of the touristic harbour has breathtaking views of the sea and the other little islands that are located in front of Panarea. The hotel is divided in small buildings surrounded by wonderful gardens with local flowers and plants.

Each sea view room has its own terrace with astonishing views of the sea and guests can lounge in the bar on the main terrace of the hotel from sunset till late night. Free WiFi is offered on the main terrace and lobby of the hotel.

Concierge can provide boat trips around the islands to visit its small bays and to continue onto Stromboli island to be able to see the famous “sciara di fuoco” (an active volcano that lights up the sky with fireworks sparks of blazing orange lava).

In July and August the main open air terrace of the hotel hosts a small dance club with music up until 2am. Part of the hotel are the two boutiques Paguro and Buganville that are located on the main road of the island.

JUNIOR SUITE
Junior Suites have stunning views of the sea and the islands in front. All Junior Suites have either an outside patio or a sea view terrace and are individually decorated to create a unique experience for the guests of the hotel.

CASA PRETE
The house is located in the most antique part of the island called “Iditella”, which is a residential area and in walking distance from the touristic harbour. It’s split in two apartments with wonderful views of the sea and Stromboli island.

The first apartment, situated on the ground floor has 2 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms (one of these is carved out from the natural rock of the building), a living room with fully equipped kitchen and a small terrace with a view.

The second apartment is situated on the first floor and has two bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a large panoramic terrace. Both apartments reflect the style and spirit of the island with hand painted tiles, stone walls kitchens, wrought iron and wooden furniture.

They have independent air conditioning, ceiling fan, TV and safe. The hotel provides full assistance in case of need, daily cleaning of the apartment and free transfer of luggage from and to the harbour/heliport.

BANACALII
Banacalii is the lounge bar of the hotel famous for his fresh mojitos or Spritz served in front of a breathtaking view of the sea at sunset. From the first week end of July up until the end of August Banacalii remains open until 2am and offers unique dance nights under the stars. This is where the cool crowd of the island gets together.

SUSHI TERRACE
Situated on the roof terrace of the hotel with stunning views of the sea and of the sunset is the Banacalii Sushi restaurant. It offers unique dishes coming from a combination of the Japanese traditional sushi and sashimi combined with the Mediterranean cuisine.

WEDDINGS
The charming island and our tailored made scenery will make your event an unforgettable occasion. We will follow with the utmost care every detail from floral decorations to customised menus, place cards and table plans, wedding cakes, music and more.

BUGANVILLE
Buganville is very close to the hotel and located on the main road of the island. It’s one of the most prestigious boutique of the island and sells famous designer brands such as Missoni, Ermanno Scervino, Fisico (bathing suits and apparel) that are translated in to the island vibe. Here you can find the Borsalino hat which is one of the must have items of Panarea, Castaner espadrilles or the unique hand made Sicilian straw bags.

PAGURO
Paguro is famous for its always incredible windows that highlights the small street of San Pietro. The store offers a large variety of home or boat interior decoration items such as the typical Sicilian hand painted dishes or the famous “teste di moro” (typical Sicilian ceramic heads).

A little bit further down towards the harbour one can find the other Paguro store called Paguro Porto that offers mainly menswear like the colorful Vilebrequin swimming trunks or pure white linen shirts and many more accessories for the beach life.

PANAREA
The tiny island of Panarea, in the Mediterranean waters cupped by Sicily and Italy toe, is what remains of a long-dormant volcano, its towering cliff faces swirled with frantic eddies of rock stat.

Plumbago, Jasmine and Bougainvillea, pretty as a picture, tumble over the walls of its modest village houses, while its wilderness are dense with tough maquis vegetation: myrtle, macchia mediterranea, lentisk, hardy tamarisk trees and the capers that were once the islanders’ principal source of income.

Panarea, with its mesmeric views toward the island of Stromboli (an active volcano that lights up the night sky with firework sparks, and in its friskier moments spews blazing orange lava into the bubbling sea below), has lured human settlers since the Bronze Age.

The ancients named it Euonymus. Later it fell victim to marauding pirates, notably the Arabian Drauth, the one sandy beach on a coastline of rocks. Panarea, and its little islands, was discovered by a fresh wave of adventurers, this time free-spirited creative thinkers, marauding for beauty and inspiration.

Rooms: 42

Price: from 150 EUR per night

Source: www.liscabianca.it