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5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your First Visit to Oktoberfest

I know, I know, another 5 tips for Munich’s Oktoberfest post. 

They’re all over the internet, and we’re not helping by putting another one out there. 

But there is a reason behind this madness. Most of the ones out there are just plain awful.

After reading through countless other Oktoberfest tips posts that exist, we have realized that most of the authors have likely not been to the party at all. 

If they had, they would have spent less time recommending you to buy a dirndl or lederhosen to fit in (really, that is the best tip you can find?) and more time giving actual advice that could help your trip be more enjoyable.

So if you’re looking for real tips for enjoying Oktoberfest from someone who has been there (us!), read on!

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10 of the Best Sicilian Foods and Where to Try Them

It is hard to beat Sicilian food, and when exploring the island, you really have your work cut out for you with all the delicious dishes to try.

While there are far more than 10 iconic foods you must try in Sicily, these were a few of our favorites that we would order again and again. So do not miss these foods (and some recommended spots to try them) here!

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Picking Where to Stay in Sicily is a Question of Duration

When it comes to picking Sicily hotels for your visit, the logistics you need to consider are not simply looking for the best properties, booking them, and calling it a day.

The best way we can answer the question of “where to stay in Sicily?” is with another question- “how much time do you have?” The reason for this is because your Sicily hotels selection may be greatly influenced by your trip length above any other consideration.

It was for us!

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Tips and Advice for Hiking Mount Etna in Sicily

If you are planning to spend any amount of time in eastern Sicily, the presence of Mount Etna looms large. From Catania to Taormina and further, the volcano is visible from great distances.

Naturally, if you’re like us, you’ll want to head up it to get a closer look. For those who are the most adventurous, perhaps even take a hike on an old lava flow.

This is what we did during our journey up Mount Etna, and while you can see quite a surreal and barren landscape here, you’ll do well to plan ahead before tackling any trails. Hiking on a volcano is unlike anything we’ve ever done!

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