Vulcano

Vulcano is located approximately 280 miles (451 kilometers) from Rome, the country's capital.

Spend time at Gran Cratere or the Laghetti di Fanghi while you are here.

Staying in only one place, regardless of its popularity, can only ever give you a narrow window into the wider personality of a region. So be sure to set aside enough time to savour Sicily's other cities, attractions and landscapes. Take the time to pay a visit to Lipari, which is 7 miles (11 kilometers) from Vulcano. In Lipari, you can enjoy the Canneto Beach and Porto Pignataro. Another idea is to travel to Santa Marina Salina. It's roughly 13 miles (21 kilometers) from Vulcano and is home to the Church of Santa Marina Salina and Port of Santa Marina.

While you are on vacation in Vulcano, spend a few hours exploring Messina. Approximately 35 miles (56 kilometers) away, this regional transport and shopping hub is where you'll find Fountain of Orion (Fontana di Orione), Regional Museum of Messina (Museo Regionale) and Orologio Astronomico. Cathedral of Messina, Messina Fountain of Neptune (Fontana di Nettuno) and Pylons are some more interesting sights that should be high on everyone's list.

When it is time to leave Vulcano, use the last of your euros on last-minute souvenirs and say Ciao (farewell).