Hello From Sicily Exploring Stromboli
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Greetings from Sicily: A Journey to Stromboli
Summary:
After being grounded by bad weather in Santa Marina di Salina, we embraced a delightful day touring the island with local experts and had our first Italian lesson. Despite the grey skies, the day ended peacefully with a quiet dinner.
Today, the view from the sailboat greeted us with clear skies, signaling our next destination: Stromboli.
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Yesterday’s weather kept us docked in Santa Marina di Salina, but our spirits were high as we explored the island with local guides. Our initial Italian lesson went smoothly and we ended the day with a calming dinner, despite the drizzle.
Today, the bright morning skies brought excitement. We prepared to leave Salina for the next stop on our linguistic sailing adventure: Stromboli!
Living on a sailboat for an Italian language journey is certainly unique. As Franco, our instructor from Laboratorio Linguistico, emerged from the shower, it was clear that the close quarters fostered camaraderie and broke down barriers. This tight-knit environment is one of the highlights of our journey, allowing us to experience the Mediterranean in a refreshing new way.
Our departure was set for 10 am, so I strolled through Santa Marina, a picturesque village, before boarding. Unfortunately, Herbert, one of our shipmates, wasn't feeling well and left for a doctor's visit on another island via a fast ferry.
By 11 am, six of us were sailing. Passing the island of Panarea, with its contrasting gentle slopes and steep cliffs, I savored the perfect weather. The stress from my life in Toronto seemed to dissipate, and I retreated for a nap.
Awakening in Stromboli, we anchored offshore since there's no harbor. Our captain, Francesco, used a small dinghy to ferry us to land, delivering us safely despite my initial concerns about my camera getting wet.
On land, I set off alone to photograph Stromboli, while Claudia and Lorenzo explored the town. Walking along the waterfront, I reached a viewpoint overlooking Strombolicchio, a small volcanic rock featuring a lighthouse.
Ascending into the village of Stromboli, I noticed the narrow roads where only scooters, tiny trucks, or golf carts could fit. The local carabinieri cruising in a golf cart brought a smile to my face. The village, perched on a hill, offered breathtaking views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. At the main square, the Church of San Vincenzo stood grand, while local politicians campaigned for the upcoming mayoral elections amidst the tourists.
A local shop offered hiking gear for those venturing up the continuously erupting volcano, but the internet was down. Instead, I wandered through town, noting closed shops during siesta time. I treated myself to ice cream and relaxed by the sea, soon reuniting with Herbert, who had returned after a medical consultation.
Herbert luckily received free treatment and a prescription for his flu. As evening approached, we headed back to the beach for our return to the sailboat via dinghy.
Around 7:30 pm, we embarked on a nighttime sail to Panarea. A cruise ship glowed in the sunset's golden light, creating a stunning backdrop. As we rounded Stromboli, the lava fields and a mesmerizing pink and purple sunset captivated us.
Night fell, and with choppy seas, I retreated below deck to escape the cold wind. Wrapped in blankets, I fought off seasickness. At 10:30 pm, we anchored near Panarea, unseen in the darkness. Dinner of gnocchi and salad concluded an unforgettable day, leaving me eager to discover Panarea at dawn.
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