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Family trip to Salina Island with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

Salina Island is a perfect place, where you can spend holidays with children. The island was inhabited in the Bronze Age. There is a great number of ancient monuments. Wonderful streets and virgin nature attract tourists every year. Active and curious children, who are not dependent on computers and different gadgets will definitely love the island. You won’t find here any water parks or huge amusement parks. There are only small playgrounds at the biggest hotels. However, your children won’t be bored on Salina. Italians love children. If you come to a cafe or shopping mall, the staff will always help you with the children.
Excursion over cultural sights of Salina Island - 'must visit' points of interest
Salina citizens have a relaxed way of life. Italians don’t like to hurry and they prefer to make the most of life. But small islands are filled with a peaceful atmosphere. Mealtime has … Open
It may seem that Salina is an island for small children, not for teenagers. But that is not true. For example, you can climb Monte Fossa delle Felci volcano with your elder child. Its height is 968 meters above the sea and it is the highest point of the island. If you want to enjoy a magnificent view on Salina and nearby islands, be sure to visit this place. Monte dei Porri is not so high, but here is a wonderful view too.
Young botanists will definitely like the land around «sleeping giants». The volcanic lava of Monte dei Porri and Monte Fossa delle Felci is very fertile, so there are a lot of various plants on the slopes. However, children of all ages will enjoy walking on the island because its pristine nature is amazing. Kilometers of footpaths link Santa Marino, which is the capital of Salina, with some villages and all the attractions of the island. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Your active city break in Salina Island. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Salina will be an ideal place for those, who enjoy walking. Here are not so many people, so you can walk here for hours and stay alone with wonderful flora and fauna. Tourists can choose … Open
Be sure to visit the local national park and see Lingua, a salty lake. This natural object will interest those, who know the basics of chemistry and biology. By the way, it was the lake that gave the island its modern name, which is linked with the Latin name of salt. So, visit Lingua and introduce your child to the history of the island. Young historians and curious children will be amazed by the ruins of ancient Roman villas on the slopes of Monte Fossa delle Felci.
Those, who are keen on water sports should visit Salina. There are various secluded beaches, where you can enjoy swimming. If you are fond of snorkelling, diving and water skiing-you will definitely have a great time on the island. Don’t miss the chance to go on a cruise around the island with your child. Astonishing views, the spirit of adventures and the opportunity to discover new lands won’t leave you indifferent. If desired, you can visit nearby Lipari, Panareo or Vulcano islands.
Top hotels in Salina Island for business trip or short vacation
Among the indisputable advantages of this picturesque island its first-class hotels should be mentioned. One of the most popular and interesting venues is Ariana hotel. It occupies a … Open
Take your child and visit Madonna del Terzito church. It was built in the 17th century on the foundation of a cult ancient building. Be sure to walk along charming streets of Santa Marino, just to explore the Italian culture. Furthermore, you can visit the Ethno-Anthropological Museum of Salina, your child will be happy to know about the traditions and customs of the local residents. Explore caper plantations, vineyards and old farms around the capital. In short, feel the spirit of the wonderful Italian island.
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Things to visit with your kids in Italy

Italy will be an ideal place for a vacation with children as locals adore them. The conditions for a comfortable stay with kids are not only in hotels, but also in all restaurants, shopping centers, cafeterias or cinemas. Italy is the country with the richest history in the world, and therefore its small guests will find it incredibly useful and interesting to visit its sights and museums. In the Vatican, one can see unique Egyptian artifacts and ancient mummies, and in Rome walk through the Roman Forum, where thousands of years ago the fate of the inhabitants of the Roman Empire was decided. In Italy, there are numerous amusement parks and aqua parks, where you can spend an unforgettable time with the whole family. … Open
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Water attractions around Salina Island
♥   Water park 'Etnaland' Belpasso, Catania, 115 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Interesting places to visit with children around Salina Island

Lipari Island
Despite the fact, that there are no amusement parks for children on Lipari, your kid won’t be bored. Italians love and indulge children, so if you come to a restaurant or a shop, the staff will definitely help you to entertain your child. The beaches of Lipari are ... Open »
Vulcano
Vulcano Island located in the Tyrrhenian Sea is a perfect place for those who want to spend their holidays in a peaceful atmosphere. There are a lot of picturesque places. At the local beaches, you can sunbathe and swim. You can do kayaking and supboarding, dive, take ... Open »
Messina
Vacationers with young children will like the amusement center Baby Park. A significant part of its attractions is designed for young children. The entertainment complex is positioned on the territory of a large picturesque park. Other than attractions and play areas, ... Open »
Catania
Catania is considered to be an ideal place for outdoor activities and sports, a lot of exciting entertainment can be found here for tourists with children. They should definitely visit the botanical garden, Orto Botanico. It will be pleasant to relax in the garden even ... Open »
Ustica Island
Ustica is a small island in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Despite the fact, that there are no amusement parks, water parks and cinemas for children on the island, your kid won’t be bored. Ustica is an ideal place for those children, who are not dependent on computers and ... Open »
Trapani
If your child loves the jungle and everything connected with it, you should visit La Giungla Incantata Park. It is essentially a large indoor playground. It is designed for preschoolers and younger students. There are slides, lots of nets and climbing ladders, and ... Open »
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