Isola Bella
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Ludovica Caracciolo
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"Isola Bella, literally "Beautiful Island," is a natural oasis located just off the coast of Taormina. Accessible by a narrow sandbar, this nature reserve boasts a pristine pebble beach and crystal-clear waters. Here you will find both public spots and private clubs if you need beach umbrella and sun beds.
How to reach
Walking:
you can reach Isola Bella on foot. Start from the town center, head downhill along the main road (Via Pirandello or Via Teatro Greco), and follow the signs to Isola Bella. It's about a 20 minute walk downhill to the beach area.
Cable car:
The Taormina-Mazzarò Cable Car is a convenient and scenic way to reach Isola Bella. You can catch the cable car in Taormina's town center (near the Porta Messina) and ride it down to the beach area near Isola Bella. It's a quick and enjoyable ride that offers beautiful views along the way."
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Maria Grazia Casella
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"A natural haven in the picturesque Taormina Bay, Isola Bella boasts crystal-clear waters and lovely tiny beaches that make it a popular destination for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.
This idyllic little island can be easily reached via a small sliver of land that connects it to the mainland and you can explore it through a variety of hiking trails providing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
For those who prefer a more relaxing experience, there are several boat tours available that take you around the island, providing an opportunity to view its impressive coastline from a unique perspective. The island's natural reserve is home to a diverse range of Mediterranean plants and wildlife, including seagulls, peregrine falcons and rare species of lizards. "
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Teodora Cvetanoska
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"The beach is rocky, with large stones that make it almost impossible to get into the water without water shoes—unless you’re willing to risk slipping. So, we went shopping, and I finally got a pair of water shoes. Sunbeds on this beach range from €35 to €50."
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