This beautiful volcanic archipelago, sometimes known as the Lipari Islands, are home to dramatic craggy cliffs & striking blue waters. Named after Aeolus, the mythical ruler of the winds, the Aeolian Islands are easy, breezy, beautiful.
how long to go for
a long weekend, a week, a few weeks
when to go
may, june, july, august, september, october
holidays
Aeolian Carnival, Epiphany, Liberation Day, Labour Day, Republic Day, All Saints Day
how to get there
Fly into Catania (CTA) or Palermo (PMO)
how to get around
by ferry, by bus, on foot
nice to know
The Aeolian Islands are not just for beach bums. Archaeologists, explorers and history buffs unite, for these former submarine volcanoes date back to 700,000 years ago...