I am trying to plan a month full

07/26/2019 - 15:27

I am trying to plan a month full immersion experience in Sicily's northeast corner, probably alone. Either this fall or next spring. I want to be in a town or at least close enough to walk to the town/village and be able to get to bus/train to go on tours around the rest of Sicily. I want to be able to buy local foods and cook myself. I have also thought of doing a work/volunteer in trade for room and board. But in a very clean, safe, nice place. Maybe an agriturismo winery, orchard, olive farm? I'm 66 years old but in good shape and young at heart. Currently studying Italian and want to continue to learn over there. The place would have to be allergen/pet free/no smoking. My parents are from the Messina area. I hear how beautiful Toarmina (a little pricey), Cefalu and Catania are. I just need to know the best safest way to go about this. Any advice is welcome.

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Hi there,
Have you considered Noto? It’s full of history, close to many interesting towns/cities yet small enough that you will not be anonymous & feel safe. Ortigia is also amazing, with tons of little shops and character yet you feel super safe there as well.
Catania...not that much.
If you’re only going to be staying a month, i would recommend renting a place (theough a local agency or via Airbnb) because living in a stranger’s house is not safe anymore, whatever your age group.
Especially in the South of Italy...people are amazing but there is still a backwards mentality about foreign women traveling alone...
Hope you will have a great time!

Thanks so much. I have not considered Noto or Ortigia but will do so. Appreciate the comment about women traveling alone. This was one of my concerns!Ciao.

I am trying to plan a month full

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Hi there,

Thanks so much. I have not

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