Though much smaller than Sicily, Salina does not lack in personality. Upon arriving at Santa Marina's port, one of the island’s three cities, travelers will discover Santa Marina’s narrow ...

The Aeolian Islands consist of seven main islands, which are home to about 15,000 people. They offer a coastal getaway with far fewer crowds than the Amalfi Coast. Each island is unique.

The Aeolian Islands consist of seven main islands, which are home to about 15,000 people. They offer a coastal getaway with far fewer crowds than the Amalfi Coast. Each island is unique.

A detailed chart of the Aeolian islands is laid out around us. To the east are Lipari and Vulcano; to the west, Filicudi, with its stingray’s tail, then the vongole shell of Alicudi.

Map of the Aeolian Islands. Credit: Norman Einstein / Wikimedia Commons CC BY 3.0 The Aeolian Islands in mythology In Greek mythology, the islands were named after the god Aeolus who was the divine ...

Soar over the stunning Aeolian Islands, a volcanic archipelago off the coast of Sicily, Italy, with breathtaking drone footage capturing the rugged coastlines, crystal-clear waters, and smoking ...

Nestled off the northern coast of Sicily, the Aeolian Islands (Isole Eolie) form a stunning archipelago often overshadowed by more famous destinations in Italy, such as the Amalfi Coast or Capri ...

The Aeolian islands offer experiences suited to every travel style, according to Claudia Emanuel from boutique tour operator Emotional Sicily. Adventure seekers can explore volcanoes, trek through ...

Meanwhile, outspoken graffiti has been spotted in major tourist hubs across Europe, while anti-tourism protests have been held in Greece, Italy, Portugal, the Netherlands, and most notably Spain.

The Aeolian Islands offer an off-the-beaten-path experience (in many cases reached by a combination of plane, train, and ferry), but Italy’s best-kept secret is worth the journey.

Cliff divers on the Aeolian island of Salina in June 2022. Making a splash in August 2019. Alicudi views in July 2023. Soaking up the lungomare in Naples in June 2022.