TAKE a look at the European destination with sandy beaches, fabulous wine-tasting tours, 32C heat in summer and a beautiful coastline. The coastal city of Cefalu in Italy is three and a half hours away from Dublin Airport . Ryanair offers flights to Palermo from €24.
99 and it takes an hour to reach the area by public transport. It is situated in the Sicily region, which attracts thousands of visitors annually with its year-round sunshine, incredible coastline views, unique outdoor activities and fabulous cuisine. Cefalu is known for its Norman cathedral, archaeological and art museums and plenty of hidden gems to explore.
And it boasts a unique blend of stunning beaches and historical sites that would require you to spend time exploring them. There is a wide variety of exciting things for visitors to see and do, including wine and food tours and beach trips. Lido Angeli del Mare Beach is one of the main charms that the area has to offer - and it's just minutes from the heart of the busy coastal city.
Tourists flock to the popular beach spot for its soft golden sand, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of the coast. The beach offers sunbeds with an umbrella and a table for a relaxing experience at cheap rates. A set of two sunbeds with an umbrella and a table is priced from €13 for the day.
Minutes from the beach, you will find cafes, restaurants, bars and local shops. The venues near the beach often provide local cuisine and products that represent the city and the country, meaning a lot of yummy pizza, pasta, gelato and tiramisu to try. And there are many beaches nearby, including Spiaggia Caldura, Villaggio di Sant Ambrogio and Spiaggia di Mazzaforno.
Cefalu is hailed for its affordable activities, food, wine , and fabulous nightlife. Many restaurants and pubs can be found on the streets, with a bottle of beer costing as little as €4, while a meal out at a mid-range restaurant will cost around €15. And they make affordable cocktails including the famous Aperol spritz and Negroni.
The nightlife is superb as it offers many varieties of music, bars and clubs that express the culture of the Southern Italians - and it stays open late. Locals often urge visitors to try out their famous wine tours in Cefalu to taste their fabulous Sicilian wines at the local winery. They will be provided with four hours of fabulous wines, cheese and a lovely stroll through the picturesque town of Castelbuono, which is minutes away from the coastal city.
Another activity that tourists are urged to try out is a guided boat tour from the Presidiana Tourist Port to see the gorgeous coastline while spotting some occhiate fish in the water. The boat also offers aperitif and a glass of prosecco for people to enjoy while admiring the beautiful scenic sights of Mazzaforno and Kalura. They also encourage a visit to the Cathedral of Cefalu, a Roman Catholic basilica and it is one of nine structures included in the UNESCO world heritage site.
The average price per night at a three-star hotel costs around €85..
