We had a lovely stay in Taormina.
Rossana greeted us at the apartment and we were pleasantly surprised that she had supplied fruit, breakfast and some beers!
The apartment was full of character and centrally located amongst the hubbub of the town overlooking some lounge bars and restaurants, the location was truly exceptional. Right in the middle of the pedestrian zone of the historic old town with many, bars, restaurant, banks and shops nearby. There was a fan but, being mid summer the apartment was hot without air conditioning.
We took buses from the bus station 15 minutes away to Isola Bella with it's stunning pebble beaches which can get very busy on the main free beach and be prepared to pay around €20 per person for a sunbed and umbrella. Rock shoes are recommended as the stones are sharp. We also spent a day in Castelmola with it's amazing views. The train station to the apartment was a 10 minute trip and €20 in a Taxi for 4.
We loved Taormina. It is expensive but there are lots of lovely restaurants and chic shops...