Tag Archives: Mt Etna

Life in Sicily – Photo of the Day

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Margie Miklas

The streets of Sicily is where you’ll find the real people, the locals who work hard and take pride in everything they do. They do it with a smile and in my experience, they always seem happy to engage in … Continue reading →

Mt Etna Active Again

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Margie Miklas

Mt Etna has been erupting again and Saturday night its lava flow was spectacular. The video in this article from Wired Magazine is amazing. The photography is awesome and the explanations putting it into perspective are also truly remarkable. Enjoy. … Continue reading →

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Travel in Italy – A Great Day in Sicily

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Margie Miklas

May 18 Taormina and Caltagirone After the luxury of a cruise, staying in hotels for one night at a time is not so appealing and probably not the best idea. Note to self for future trips: Plan better on this … Continue reading →

Posted in Italian Language, Italian lifestyle and culture, Italy Photo, Italy Travel, Italy Travel Planning, Reservations | Tagged Caltagirone, ceramics, Hotel reservations, Italian culture, Italian food, Italian lifestyle, Italians, Italy, Italy Photos, Italy travel, Mt Etna, Photos, Taormina, travel, travel planning, travel writing, writing | 4 Comments

Travel Planning for Italy

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Mt Etna in Sicily erupted again this week and if you’re keeping track, this is the 7th time this year and the 3rd time this month. One week from today I am leaving for Italy and plan to go to … Continue reading →

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Mt Etna Erupts Again in Sicily

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Margie Miklas

Well for the 5th time this year Mt Etna has erupted again in Sicily spewing lava and ash into the neighboring towns. Although this was one of the places I was planning on visiting next month, I am beginning to … Continue reading →

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News From Sicily – Mt Etna Erupts Again

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Margie Miklas

When I was visiting Teresa at her home in Sicily I could see the beautiful view of Mt Etna from her balcony. The most active volcano in Europe has erupted for the 17th time this year! The video is incredible. … Continue reading →