Sicilia, finalmente!

As I'm getting ready to leave on my vacation to Sicily, some may say "well, didn't you have a vacation already this summer?". My reply is "no". Turkey was work, Sicily is all play! I was thinking about how I felt before going to Turkey- apprehensive and a bit nervous. I have none of this for my Sicily trip. I'm excited! I can't wait to get to see Sicily and confirm that it is everything that I've imagined it to be. After comparing my "pre-trip" sentiments for both trips, I couldn't help what was the difference? I'd never been to either place, both are rich in history and tradition, there is much to see and do and yet, I know my feelings are quite different. The only thing I can think of is "familiarity". Although I don't have an ounce of Italian blood in me, I've always had an affinity towards all things Italian. Since I was a child, I've imagined what Sicily must look, smell and taste like. I'm blessed to be able to finally get the chance. I'm confident that my imagination probably doesn't do it justice but that's the beauty of travel, I'll soon find out.