Join Olive Tree Escapes' Senior Sales Manager Maria Mayer as she reviews some of the most interesting Sicilian accommodations, unique corners of the island and can't miss activities. In this presentation, Maria will: - Provide a brief overview of Sicily's history, its terrain and some of its most important cities. - Review some of the many beauties of the island, explaining why a trip dedicated solely to Sicily is so worthwhile. - Highlight some unique accommodations, hidden gems of the island and best activities.

1. SICILY
An Exciting & Delicious Destination for 2018

2. YOUR
PRESENTER:
Maria Meyer
Senior Sales Manager

3. ABOUT OLIVE TREE ESCAPES
● OTE is a bespoke luxury travel company, dedicated to providing travel experiences to Italy,
Croatia, Slovenia, and Montenegro.
● Our knowledge goes beyond the well-known sites and popular tourist spots: our team is either
native to the country, or has lived in the country for an extensive period of time.
● We are based in Chicago and we are available at the same hours you work.
● Concierge service: On-site support and English-speaking staff fluent in Italian and Croatian.
● We go beyond every expectation with unique experiences tailored to each client’s personal
style. Purchase the ideal itinerary after it is refined to perfection in every detail with your
client.
● We offer top commissions on all your FITs.

4. AGENDA
1. A short history
2. Where should I go in Sicily?
3. What can I do and where can I stay?

5. Sicily: MAP

6. Sicily is a mixture of many cultures.
The most important...
● Greeks
● Arabs
● Normans

7. Greek Heritage - Taormina Amphitheater

8. Arab Heritage - San Cataldo Church in Palermo

9. Norman Heritage - Monreale Duomo

10. THE MAIN CITIES

11. Palermo

12. Italian Capital of Culture 2018

13. Street Food & Markets

14. Day Trips: Cefalu’

15. Monreale - Spectacular Mosaics

16. Day Trips: Erice

17. Day Trips: Trapani

18. Day Trips: Segesta

19. Cosmopolitan Hotel: Plaza Opera Hotel Palermo

20. Agrigento

21. Valle dei Templi - Greek Temples & Archeology

22. Luxury Hotel With a View: Hotel Villa Athena

23. Agriturismo with charm: Fattoria Mose’ B&B

24. Golfing at the Verdura Golf Resort and Spa

25. Natural Wonders: Scala Dei Turchi

26. Siracusa/Syracuse

27. UNESCO World Heritage Site

28. The Ear of Dionysus - Echoing Limestone Cave

29. “Island” Destination: Algila’ Ortigia Charme Hotel

30. Noto: one of the most beautiful towns in Sicily

31. Taormina

32. Taormina: Chic city center with an ancient twist

33. Mount Etna: Wine with a View

34. Hip Boutique: Relais Monaci Delle Terre Nere

35. Ultra luxury: Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

36. Ultra luxury: Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea

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40. THANK YOU!