Island of Favignana

""Lying an hour’s ferry ride from the western coast of Sicily, craggy Favignana is the largest and most popular of the three Egadi Islands, a butterfly-shaped mass of land fringed by a jagged coastline interspersed with sandy beaches (Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra are among the best) and small, secret coves. You’ll find the impossibly clear, azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea dotted with dinghies, sailing boats, and yachts gliding silently along the rocky coast. Stock up on picnic essentials and head to the port to hire a small boat with or without a skipper (Capitan Sinagra is a good bet) and spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and sipping cold beer. Pro Tip: Scooter is by far the best way to get around on land — rent one from Brezza Marina. Where to Eat: Bright, rustic Osteria del Sotto Sale is a good place to sample the local cuisine, including peppery mussel soup, tuna tartare with capers and mint, and tuna steak. Getting There: Ferries and hydrofoils from Trapani on Sicily’s west coast are run by Siremar and Liberty Lines." See links below for details and to purchase tickets."