Even though I spent most of my stay at Casa Fahnenberg sick (and quite a lot of it in bed) I couldn't have been in a better place. First, the apartment is lovely - furnished in good taste, and everything you could possibly want is provided. Second, it's very conveniently situated for getting around - close to Catania and the tangenziale (ring road).

Third, and most important, Adriana, her mother Agata, and her sister Valentina are amazing hosts. Apart from being excepionally kind to me when I wasn't feeling well, they are a fount of knowledge about the region and its history ,and very interesting to talk to. Don't miss out on the deicious dinners you can have with them, for a very small price - they are worth the food, the wine, and the conversation.

And last but not least, for animal lovers there are two lovely, friendly dogs and two tiny kittens (go quickly before they grow up)! I'm just sorry that I wasn't well enough to enjoy it all as much as I should have. But I will definitely go back, if they'll have me!