When our cruise ship docked at Messina, Sicily region of Italy, the tour package we chose included some free time to explore the charming little town of Taormina before heading back to the ship. Although it is never enough time to really explore the area, it is the favorite part of a trip for me.
Our cruise was fabulous, but as this type of travel goes there is never enough time, and too many people to really enjoy what the place has to offer. But especially the first time that I have traveled to an area, I like to take a cruise and the crowded tours, because I don’t want to go there and not have seen some of the famous sites. This type of travel also gives me information on places I would like to visit again, and spend more time.
Here is what Daren, my husband did while I was exploring the shops in Taormina.
Spending time with a Cappuccino
Here are some pictures he took of the area around where he was waiting.
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Photo by Daren R. Couch Taormina
Oh, and shopping… this is what I got.
Oil and Vinegar Set from Taormaina, Italy Photo by Daren R. Couch
My wife and I were just talking about trying to get a trip in to Italy this year, possibly next year. She’s been but I haven’t. I think I’d be with your husband drinking coffee while my wife was going through the shops. There’s just something with women and gift shops.. they have to go into every single one of them!
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Derek,
I guess you’re right! It’s hard to pass up a cute little shop.
Loved all the photos and post, enticing to see Italy in person. I am more convinced than ever that Italy is incomparable for beauty on every level. I can never decide whether northern Italy or the southern regions have more to dazzle us. Either choice is a winner, I believe from Milan to Sicily, Italy is a land of tantalizing appetizers for the soul. Thank you for the mental journey through the best of southernmost Italy.