AMAZING PLACE!
We had a wonderful stay in Giulia's apartment, the views are absolutley amazing and you will not be disapointed at all. The apartment has everything you need, is really well furnished and very comfortable.
You not only have your own private terrace with two large tables and BBQ but you also are able to use the whole of the pool area, which is massive with another BBQ and loads of seating areas, sun loungers and stunning views!
Taormina centre is about a 10 minute walk away depending on how fit you are and it has quite a steep bit to start with but we found it good to be away from the busy area during the day. There is a little shop just down the road which has fresh bread in the morning, milk, coffee, etc. and the guy in there is really nice. There is no big supermarket in Taormina but Giulia’s Dad said there is one about 20 minutes drive away. Another shop a bit further up the road had a better supply of wine, cheaper than some of the shops in the main strip.
We got lost on way when reaching Taormina but Francesco came to our rescue and met us on his moped and then lead us to the apartment. He is a lovely guy and will give you lots of information about the area, he’ll tell you where everything is located and give you some good recommendations on restaurants, places to see, etc.
Guila’s Mum and Dad live above the apartment and share the pool area with you. They are absolutely lovely and will help you with any questions they have. On the day we arrived they gave us fresh eggs, a bottle of fizz to celebrate my birthday and on another day Giulia’s Dad gave me some of his homemade olive oil. Wonderful people with very warm hearts!
Overall Taormina is a great base as it has everything - views, restaurants, beach, amazing Roman Theatre, weather and lovely people. It is also not far to visit place like Etna, Syracuse and other places on that side of the island.
Somthing to note: There is a food market on a Friday just down the road from the apartment from about 8 - 2pm where you can get fish, meat, veg and others things.
You will not be disappointed if you go and stay at Guilia's apartment!