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Tuck into fresh food in authentic Sicilian restaurants
Campofelice di Roccella's name comes from its fertile soil, and there’s a rich agricultural heritage attached to the area. It means you’re guaranteed farm-fresh ingredients when you dip into the quaint restaurants that are peppered throughout the village.==/edittofit==Things are kept fairly low-key in Campofelice. For a night out, you’ll need to head to neighbouring Cefalu – less than half an hour away in a cab. Here, you’ll come across chilled-out beach bars and a few nightclubs that are open until the small hours.
Read MoreFor Sicilians, the 2nd of November is almost a bigger occasion than Christmas. It’s when the island, and the church, celebrates lost loved ones, in a similar style to the Mexican festival of the same name. And, although it may sound morbid, the truth couldn’t be further away. Streets are decorated with market stalls, and the whole town has a buzz about it.
Read MoreThe ruin of Campofelice di Roccella’s castle is the town’s most famous landmark. The original structure dates back to the 14th century. And today, most of the seafront building is in ruins, but its 20-metre high tower is still pretty much intact. Just remember to pack a camera.
Read MoreIf you fancy splashing the cash, give Campofelice di Rocella a miss and hail a taxi for Cefalu. Along Corso Ruggero, the old town’s main street, you’ll find everything from family-run delis to high-end fashion boutiques. Don’t miss the 0921 Concept Store – its rails are crammed with designer labels.
Read MoreCampofelice di Roccella’s huge beach is the town’s biggest draw. The sand and pebbles extend for miles from the Capo Playa to the mouth of the Imera River. If it’s strictly sand you’re after, there’s a long, golden stretch in Cefalu, a 25-minute taxi ride away.
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