jolly green giant
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I live in Malta so I travel to Sicily a number of times during the year to exercise the GSA. On a high speed catamaran it usually takes less than 2 hours to reach Pozallo, Sicily's southernmost port. No red tape at the harbour and off you go either north on the autostrada if time is of the essence, or take one of the myriad of B roads that crisscross the island if you like the country. Plenty to see, plenty where to stay and the best food one can imagine for less than £15. If you fancy twisty country lanes that lead to small picturesque villages than you are in the right place. If you like riding up hills and mountains you will not be disappointed either. Be careful where you leave the GS if you don't want a lift home. People are very friendly and helpful and remember that a bar serves coffee (espresso) not alcohol. If you decide to stay in an agriturismo (basically a farm with all the modern amenities) you will find that the owner will go out of his way to help you along on your journey. Agriturismos usually produce their own food and meals are cheap, plentiful and Mediterranean. The best period to visit is May-June and Sept-Oct though I do go to Sicily in Feb-Apr, depending on the weather.