The Greek Theatre
Ancient stage with Etna behind it. Astonishing at dusk.
Taormina · Sicily
Save the Date
16 — 22 September 2027
Vicki is turning 60!
The Details
A week of sun, spritz and Sicilian food!
When
2027
15 months to plan a festival!
Vibe
Il dolce far niente
Sicilian food & wine in the late summer sun
I'd love you to join me for six nights on the Sicilian coast. I've booked Villa Conrad for our exclusive use, with breakfast in the courtyard each day.
This is my present to you for making the journey to celebrate my birthday! We have full access to the Hotel Metropoles facilities.
Aperitivos, dinners, day trips and town activities organised by me will be balanced with time to do whatever you please - beach time, pool time, shopping, spa treatments, gelatos, spritz, pasta, pizza, sleep!
Who's Coming
The lovely company
Family and Friends
The very special people are that I have asked to come along.
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Karen
My sister.
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Oliver & Anna
My nephew Oliver and his girlfriend Anna.
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Noah
My nephew and Karen's son.
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Kath
My friend Kath.
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Tijanna & Jordan
Kath's daughter TJ and husband Jordan, who now live in Copenhagen.
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Carolyn & James
My school friends. 47 years later we are still going strong!
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Kym
Friend forever. We met teaching!
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Alysha
Italian speaker, lover of event planning, now living in London.
Before Taormina
The lead up
If you'd like to join me for the week beforehand, I'm planning to spend some days in Trapani, Scopello and Cefalu before arriving in Taormina on 16 September. Accommodation would be your choice, with some suggestions provided. I will organise some fun group activities and transfers from town to town. Details to come.
Things to Do Nearby
Around Taormina
Isola Bella by boat
A tiny island reserve in the bluest water you've seen — and yes, the one made famous by The White Lotus.
Castelmola
A hilltop village above Taormina, all stone steps and views.
Etna wine tasting
Volcanic vineyards on the slopes — try a Nerello Mascalese.
Corso Umberto
Window-shop along Taormina's elegant main street.
Granita at Bam Bar
Almond, lemon, pistachio. The local breakfast ritual.
Arancine at Da Cristina 2
Golden, crisp, stuffed with ragù — the iconic Sicilian street snack from Rosticceria Da Cristina 2.
An afternoon at a beach club
Ride the Mazzarò cable car down to the sea, claim a striped umbrella, and lose a few hours to a spritz and a book. Plenty of lidos to pick from.
What to Pack
For warm Sicilian days
Light linen pieces
Swimwear (×2)
Comfortable walking shoes
Sun hat & SPF
Something special for the birthday dinner
Sunglasses
A camera (the phone counts)
A novel for the terrace
Explore Sicily on Your Own
Worth the detour
If you're extending your trip — tap a dot on the map for a few favourites from around the island.
Sicilia
Villa Conrad
Tap a dot to discover the place
RSVP
Will you be joining me for the celebration?
Please let me know if you plan to celebrate with me in Taormina by 1 August 2026. If you'd like to join me in the lead up, please also advise.
So that I can ensure everything is perfect for our trip, I'll need to know your final intentions by 30 April 2027.