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"Spring Celebration in Aci Trezza: A Blissful Sunday by the Sea"
Mark van DoornDiscover the charm of Festa di Primavera in Aci Trezza - a delightful seaside celebration like no other.
Read moreInternational granita festival in Catania
Mark van DoornDiscover traditions at the Sicilian granita festival and Nivarata festival
Read moreBeerCatania 2026 Is Coming — And This Year It's Bigger, Bolder, and Right in the Heart of the City
Mark van DoornThe craft beer festival returns to Villa Pacini May 21-24 with over 30 breweries, live music, and a serious nod to Sicilian brewing traditions
Read moreEtna Comics 2026 Is About to Take Over Catania — And Here's Why You Can't Miss It
Mark van DoornItaly's biggest pop culture festival returns May 30-June 2 with 100,000 fans, international stars, and four days of pure nerd paradise
Read moreCatania's May 2026 Is About To Get Wild — Here's What Locals Are Buzzing About
Mark van DoornFrom craft beer festivals under ancient trees to Italy's biggest comics convention, this month is stacked
Read moreWhat Lies Beneath Catania (And Why Most Tourists Never See It)
Mark van DoornThere is an entire ancient city under your feet. Roman amphitheaters, hidden rivers, and catacombs. Here is how to explore it without getting lost.
Read more"Unmissable Nivarata Granita Festival: Catania's Sweetest Escape!"
Mark van DoornDiscover the sweet and frosty delights of Nivarata, where granita tradition meets modern culinary innovation 🍨🌟.
Read more"From Beats to Bites: Catania Music Conference Delivers Late-Night Mischief & More!"
Mark van DoornDiscover the vibrant fusion of music, food, and nightlife at the Sicily Music Conference in Catania! 🎵🍸 #SicilianSoundwaves
Read more"The Tastiest Secrets of Catania: 5 Restaurants You Need to Try ASAP!" 🍷✨
Mark van DoornUnearth Catania's Hidden Culinary Gems | Be the First to Discover These Delicious Secrets
Read moreBohéme Mixology Bar: Where Catania’s New Nightlife Is Taking Shape
Mark van DoornCatania has never been polished. That is part of the charm. But lately, under the old cafés, crowded streets, and familiar late-night noise, something new is happening. A younger, more creative nightlife scene is starting to take shape — and Bohéme Mixology Bar seems to catch that feeling in one glass. Stylish, local, a little chaotic, and very Catania. Read more to see why this hidden cocktail spot is becoming part of the city’s new after-dark story.
Read moreCatania’s Underground Art Scene Is Exploding Until May 10
Mark van DoornSomething strange and creative is happening in Catania right now. The FIC Festival has slipped into the historic center, bringing performances, installations, exhibitions, talks, and a little bit of artistic mischief with it. This is not the kind of event that sits quietly in one building and waits for you to notice. It moves. It pops up. It turns familiar places into something new. And for a few days, Catania feels less like a city you walk through… and more like a city that might surprise you around the next corner. Read more to see why the city’s contemporary art scene is having a moment.
Read moreMay around Etna is where spring gets delicious
Mark van DoornMay is quietly one of the best times to be near Catania. The weather is softer. The towns around Etna are coming alive. And suddenly, there are local fairs, food events, concerts, and small festivals giving everyone a good reason to leave the house. This is the season when a simple drive can turn into a full afternoon of music, mountain views, and something dangerously tasty on a paper plate. Summer gets all the attention. But May may be the month that knows exactly what it’s doing. Read more to see why Catania and Mount Etna are especially worth exploring right now.
Read more"Escape the Madness with a Flower-filled Retreat in Acireale!"
Mark van DoornUnpack Your Stress in Acireale's Blossoming Beauty
Read moreCatania is about to trade “ordinary day” for “wait… is that art happening in the street?”
Mark van DoornFrom April 29 to May 10, Contemporary Catania / FIC Festival 2026 brings bold performances, fresh ideas, and creative energy into the heart of the city.
Read moreThe Catania Secret 99% of Tourists Walk Right Past
Mark van DoornSkip the crowded churches… and discover the raw, jaw-dropping street art locals don’t talk about (but never miss).
Read more"Catania Book Festival 2026: A Literary Extravaganza Beyond Imagination"
Mark van DoornDiscover the magic of Catania Book Festival: A literary adventure in the heart of Sicily.
Read moreThe Restaurant in Catania That Feels Like a Secret Worth Keeping
Mark van DoornIf You Want the Real Catania, Walk Into This Place
Read moreThe Real Way to Do Day Trips from Catania (Without the Tourist Headache)
Mark van DoornSkip the crowded buses and overpriced tours. Here is how locals actually escape the city for Taormina, Syracuse, and Noto.
Read moreThe Best Boat Tours in Catania: Your Complete Guide to Coastal Adventures
Mark van DoornFrom Aeolian Islands cruises to dolphin watching and sunset sails along Sicily's volcanic coast
Read moreUncovering Catania's Culinary Gem: Why This Restaurant Is a Must-Visit!
Mark van DoornUncover the culinary gem hiding in plain sight - discover the untold story of Catania's best-kept secret.
Read moreThe Castle That Laughed at Mount Etna (The Full Story of Castello Ursino)
Mark van DoornBuilt by an emperor. Attacked by kings. Buried by earthquakes. And still standing. Here is the incredible 800-year history of Catania's most stubborn building.
Read more"Catania Comes Alive as Spring Aromas and Arancini Fills the Air"
Mark van DoornDiscover the aromatic signs of spring in Catania: fried arancini are back on the menu!
Read more"The Best-Kept Secrets: Discover the Hidden Gems You Won't Be Able to Stop Recommending"
Mark van DoornDiscover the hidden gems that will become your new favorite spots in no time.
Read moreCatania in April: 7 Spring Experiences You Cannot Miss
Mark van DoornFrom flower festivals to Etna adventures — your complete guide to Catania this spring
Read moreThe 7 Best Etna Wineries You Need to Visit (Local's Guide)
Mark van DoornFrom volcanic soil to your glass — discover the wineries that make Etna wines world-famous
Read moreHigh speed rail italy progress in Sicily Catania Gets One Step Closer to its Fast Railway Line thanks to TBMs
Mark van DoornFeaturing the messina catania railway and palermo catania messina line projects
Read more"Discover the Culinary Gem of Catania: Canusciuti's Unbeatable Casual Eats!"
Mark van DoornDiscover the hidden gem of Catania: Canusciuti's mouthwatering casual eats await!
Read moreYour First 48 Hours in Catania — A Local's Itinerary
Mark van DoornThe perfect two-day introduction to Sicily's most underrated city
Read more"Maradona Museum Lands in Catania - Football Fans Rejoice!"
Mark van DoornDiscover the legacy of a football icon as the Maradona Museum finds its new home in Catania! ⚽️🇮🇹 #Maradona #CataniaMuseum
Read more"Rock on with AC/DC Tribute Night: A Night of High Voltage Rock 'n' Roll!"
Mark van Doorn"Rock out with the ultimate AC/DC tribute night: learn the untold stories behind the iconic music"
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