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A 7-day island hopping adventure taking in the seven Aeolian Islands off the north coast of Sicily. Follow a meandering ...
06/05/2025

A 7-day island hopping adventure taking in the seven Aeolian Islands off the north coast of Sicily. Follow a meandering route around the volcanic islands off the coast of Sicily living aboard a private sailing boat. Enjoy freshly cooked, seasonal Sicilian food, prepared daily by your private chef, explore secret beaches and superb swimming in pristine waters, and discover the different personalities of each island from fiery Stromboli to stylish Salina–stopping off for island hiking and beach barbeques.
If you’re feeling adventurous allow Cognoscenti Travel to design your personal journey.

In the heart of Palermo, where centuries of devotion shape the city, Vincenzo Muratore’s Creazione "A Mio Padre" reaches...
29/04/2025

In the heart of Palermo, where centuries of devotion shape the city, Vincenzo Muratore’s Creazione "A Mio Padre" reaches towards the sky. A quiet gesture of remembrance standing before the grandeur of Palermo Cathedral.

In Palermo and craving the perfect espresso? Skip the guesswork — we’ve sipped our way through the city to find that spo...
25/04/2025

In Palermo and craving the perfect espresso? Skip the guesswork — we’ve sipped our way through the city to find that spot.

Just back from an in-depth research trip through Palermo and Cefalù — days spent meeting expert guides, testing new expe...
21/04/2025

Just back from an in-depth research trip through Palermo and Cefalù — days spent meeting expert guides, testing new experiences, discovering new restaurants, and revisiting old favourites. The aim? To refine every detail so your time in Sicily feels seamless, personal, and unforgettable. I love the challenge of building an itinerary that matches your pace, your passions and your idea of the perfect journey.

Get in touch — and let’s begin planning the vacation of a lifetime.

Spring is making itself known in Palermo — in timeworn urns, quiet courtyards, and flashes of red against stone and tile...
19/04/2025

Spring is making itself known in Palermo — in timeworn urns, quiet courtyards, and flashes of red against stone and tile. It’s this quiet, unexpected beauty that gives the city its charm.

Easter in Sicily is a theatre of devotion and drama. Across the island, ancient rites unfold in narrow streets and sunli...
18/04/2025

Easter in Sicily is a theatre of devotion and drama. Across the island, ancient rites unfold in narrow streets and sunlit piazzas. On Good Friday, masked figures with crimson faces, leather tongues, and jangling chains roam the towns — mischievous, defiant, and loud. Their aim? To disrupt. But when the Easter procession begins, even they surrender to the solemn power of tradition. In the stunning landscape of deepest Sicily, Il Ballo dei Diavoli — the Dance of the Devils — plays out an archaic struggle between Good and Evil, with towering iron masks and terrifying grace.

The celebrations end sweetly: with cuddura cu l’ova, a braided bread adorned with whole eggs, and the iconic Easter Lamb cake of Favara, handcrafted from almond paste — both as ornate and symbolic as the rituals that precede them.

High above the sea in Taormina, sits the ancient Greek amphitheatre, a stage set between crumbling stone and endless blu...
17/04/2025

High above the sea in Taormina, sits the ancient Greek amphitheatre, a stage set between crumbling stone and endless blue — Sicily at its most timeless.

There’s something undeniably satisfying about simplicity. A bold, organic olive oil — grown, harvested, and cold-pressed...
27/03/2025

There’s something undeniably satisfying about simplicity. A bold, organic olive oil — grown, harvested, and cold-pressed on a family farm — needs no distractions. Just freshly baked bread, crisp and golden, to let its rich, peppery notes take center stage. We’ve spent years researching so you don’t have to — authentic, unpretentious, and unforgettable.

Tracking down the best spots in Catania isn’t easy—but someone’s got to do it! Expansive views, old town history, and a ...
25/03/2025

Tracking down the best spots in Catania isn’t easy—but someone’s got to do it! Expansive views, old town history, and a touch of adventure.

Nestled along the glittering coast of Mondello, just outside Palermo, lies a charming harbor where colorful fishing boat...
23/03/2025

Nestled along the glittering coast of Mondello, just outside Palermo, lies a charming harbor where colorful fishing boats gently sway with the rhythm of the tide. Fishermen mend their nets beneath the Sicilian sun, while the scent of salt air mingles with the promise of freshly caught seafood. Encircled by pastel-hued houses and lively cafés, the small port serves as the heart of this seaside retreat, inviting travelers to linger and savor the authentic maritime spirit.

Nestled along the breathtaking coastline between Palermo and Trapani, the charming village of Scopello is a timeless Sic...
15/03/2025

Nestled along the breathtaking coastline between Palermo and Trapani, the charming village of Scopello is a timeless Sicilian gem. Overlooking the crystalline waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, this tranquil hideaway is the gateway to the Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro—Sicily’s most unspoiled wilderness, where rugged cliffs and hidden coves create a landscape of untamed beauty.

With our deep local expertise and exclusive connections, we specialize in crafting bespoke luxury journeys through Sicily, ensuring every detail of your vacation is perfectly tailored to your tastes and desires.

Your experts in Sicily: We’re here to craft your perfect day for you, but we always recommend leaving room for a little ...
08/03/2025

Your experts in Sicily: We’re here to craft your perfect day for you, but we always recommend leaving room for a little spontaneity—wandering down Taormina’s hidden side streets, where the magic truly happens.

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Cognoscenti: A person with superior, usually specialized knowledge or highly refined taste; a connoisseur.

Allow Cognoscenti Travel to introduce you to the real people, places, food and culture of the complex and enchanting island of Sicily. We have exclusive access to jaw-dropping private villas and venues, years of on-the-ground experience, a network of cultural characters and a black-book of contacts which can make make any traveller’s dream a reality.

Follow our Salt & Vine trail, dig into a feast for the senses on our Chef’s Tour or ascend a volcano the smarter way with Etna by EBike. Our greatest passions is to create one-off itineraries which cater for your every desire, so please get in touch to test our imaginations!

Cognoscenti Travel is dedicated and committed to the preservation of the history, culture, architecture, nature and cuisine of Sicily. Every experience we offer helps to preserve those elements for future generations of curious travellers.