John

I have recently booked for the 3rd September , my first solo holiday and although a little apprehensive I am really looking forward to it.

Not sure what to expect but as you have travelled before perhaps you can enlighten me a little.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Cath

Recently booked 'Discovering Sicily' from Gatwick on the 3rd September (my second holiday), any body else going from Gatwick on that date, also anybody been before, would like to know.

John

John

I have recently booked for the 3rd September , my first solo holiday and although a little apprehensive I am really looking forward to it.

Not sure what to expect but as you have travelled before perhaps you can enlighten me a little.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Cath

Recently booked 'Discovering Sicily' from Gatwick on the 3rd September (my second holiday), any body else going from Gatwick on that date, also anybody been before, would like to know.

John

Cath It's not so daunting as you might think. Airport, flying etc. is the worst part but once you all get to the Hotel & meet up It's great. My first holiday alone in June to Costa de la Luz was initially a bit scary but I soon got in the swing of things, you'll love it. John

I went to Sicily a couple of years ago. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have.

Regards

Sylvia

Hi Cath and John

I went to Sicily a couple of years ago. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have.

Regards

Sylvia

Hi Sylvia,

Thanks for that If I have any questions I'll get back to you.

regards

John

Just wondered what the trips were like and is it worth booking Mount Etna and Agrigento as optional extras, are they worth a visit as I am not sure if this will make the week too busy with no relaxation time.

What is your opinion, it would be interesting to find out?

CathH

Sylvia

Just wondered what the trips were like and is it worth booking Mount Etna and Agrigento as optional extras, are they worth a visit as I am not sure if this will make the week too busy with no relaxation time.

What is your opinion, it would be interesting to find out?

CathH

Hi Cath

I went to Sicily in October 2011 and Agrigento was one of the included excursions - I see the itinerary has changed since then. I did all the included excursions and optional ones as I like to see as much as I can of the country I visit.

Agrigento: If you are into history and like to see temples, statues and renovations then I would recommend it. Have a look at Google images for the area if you are unsure.

Mt Etna: I'm a volcano person so I would say its a must! When I did it, the cost JY quoted is only for the transfer from the hotel to the bottom of Etna. It costs extra to go to the top, but at least you see the active crater bubbling away. I'm not sure what the temperature will be like in September but for my trip, it was hot and sunny on the ground and by the time we got up to Etna it was snowing and there was a biting wind, so you'll need shoes, socks, coat, gloves etc. You can hire a coat, footwear and socks which I did but you cannot beat your own - I was freezing!!!

I hope this helps.

Sylvia

Thanks for the information, I will make sure that I take some warm clothes for Mount Etna, I am glad you responded as I didn't realise it could get that cold, I had been to the top of Vesuvias on a previous holiday but it was quite warm at the top.I am looking forward to this trip and hope my nerves will subside once I have started the journey.

Thanks again for the info provided.

Cath

I look forward to meeting you on the 3rd September, I hope other travellers will get in touch before we depart as it will then no longer feel like we are complete strangers when we meet up.

CathH