Please enjoy these memories of Rick Steves' The Best of Sicily in 11 Days (off season) Tour with us, Arvin and Myra. We hope our scrapbook will evoke the aromas of artichokes on a market grill, the sites, the history, the views, new friends (human and furry), new foods, our wonderful guide and driver, knowledgeable local guides, interesting hotels, surprising puppets, and the unique experiences we've enjoyed. As seasoned travelers, it takes a lot to wow us, but this tour exceeded our expectations every day. In fact, we have already signed on for another Rick Steves trip. Some of our personal highlights revolved around food. Meeting and learning to make pastries with Maria Gramatico, her story, and the lunch she prepared for us was inspiring. The simple act of getting a sandwich in Syracuse was made special, not just by the showmanship, deliciousness and variety, but by the communal spirit of our tour group, who by the end of the tour, were all fast friends vowing to see each other again.