In the Land of Etna

In the Land of Etna
Acireale

Intense, typically Mediterranean colours, a rich artistic heritage – the baroque that dominates the town of Acireale, near Catania – where mother earth, in the form of Timpa nature reserve, reigns and the lifestyle is uncomplicated. Welcome to Santa Tecla Palace Hotel, one of Sicily’s most singular resorts. An ambience both typical and special, created with lava stone facing, Mediterranean textiles and olive tree briarwood, with the azure grottos of the area recreated in the bathrooms. You’d never think that such a place could contain some 100 rooms. The hotel plans to add the fi nal touch to its makeover, the construction of a wellbeing centre and a congress space, next year. Here, lovers of the sea can book sailing trips and diving courses, while the more adventurous can take a jeep ride up the slopes of Etna and savour a cocktail as the sun sets into a volcano-dominated sea. The evening programme looks to art, with a full immersion into the historic wonders of Acireale Baroque.

Hotel Santa Tecla Palace via Balestrate 100 Acireale (Ct)
Tel. 0957634015 hotelsantatecla.it