Dubbed “The Great Butterfly of the Sea” for its unique shape and bright colors, Favignana’s (fa-veen-YA-na; pop. 3800) appealing beaches make it a summer playground for Italians. Summer homes line the shore, while short-term vacationers arrive eager for modern conveniences that the sister towns lack.
Buses are necessary to reach the more remote beaches. Tarantola buses (☎ 0923 31020) run from Porto Florio: Line 1 (June-Sept., 15 per day 8am-7:45pm) to Calamone (5min.), Lido Burrone (8min.), Cala ...more
Hydrofoils and ferries run from Porto Florio. A right out of the port leads to Piazza Europa and Via Vittorio Emanuele, which connects P. Europa to the main plaza, Piazza Madrice. Via Mazzini runs parallel ...more
Case Vacanze Mio Sogno , V. Calamoni 2, is a steal. Take V. Libertà and turn left on V. Dante. Somewhat out of the way, the hotel is castle-like with a small garden. Rooms come with bath, kitchenette ...more
The island’s most popular beaches are the Lido Burrone, and the rockier Calamone, Cala Rossa, and Cala Azzurra. Lido Burrone is the best equipped, with a playground, two restaurants, and a diving ...more
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