Getting up close and personal in Palermo

Franco says there is no such thing as road rage in Sicily. When we arrive in Palermo we realise why.  Lines of cars stalled in traffic blast their horns at each other.  It has no helpful purpose except to vent their frustration without actually hurting anybody. Today we visit a Norman cathedral in Monreale, on …

Temples of Sicily – Selinunte and Segesta

We saw a minor car accident ahead of the coach today.  Each driver was claiming to the other that they had done nothing wrong.  Bill say someone must have done something right - and that is why they had an accident 🙂 Today is another day dedicated to archeological sites and a long lunch. We …

Caltagirone – stepping in my father’s footsteps

Our first destination today is Caltagirone, the birthplace of my father.  It is famous for its ceramics, however Franco has warned us that they are delicate and expensive so we are unlikely to buy on this visit.  That is fine by me, I already own several pieces which I received as gifts.  They are distinctive …