1. Going on a trip don’t forget to bring an Italian phrasebook with you, as not all of locals speak foreign languages. It's worth noting that much of the indigenous population speaks particular Sicilian dialect, which is not always clear for foreigners. In this case, the sign language will help.
2. Travelers who don’t tolerate the heat are recommended to avoid trip in July and August. During this period, the temperature can reach 40 degrees Celsius; this time fans of beach holiday arrive to the island.
3. The holiday with children would be the best from July to September; at this time all the water parks and entertainment centers, including Etnalend, are working on the island. There are attractive discounts for children in all entertainment centers.
4. Travelers who expect to include the visit to the House of butterflies to their tour program have to consider some important points. It isn’t necessary to go there on a cloudy day, as butterflies are inactive in this weather. Those who want to attract the attention of insects should wear bright clothes, and butterflies certainly will try to sit down at a bright object.
6. Those who visit Sicily in the summer are sure to take a sun protector. You can burn even during a casual walk around the city. Special beach shoes would become handy in the afternoon, as the sand on beaches is strongly heated.
7. Those planning a trip to Etna should definitely bring warm clothes, as it is always pretty cool at top of the volcano. At the foot of Mount Etna there is a special warm clothes rental, where paying 1-2 USD you can rent jackets, hats, and even warm boots.
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