Sicily is the kind of place that takes all that’s magical about Italy and somehow transforms it into something even more special. Despite being the Mediterranean’s largest island, Sicily still feels incredible compact, traditional and authentic. From the headiest purpose-built tourist hotspots to the quintessential villages that haven’t changed in generations, visitors are provided with a unique snapshot of Italian life at its absolute finest. In terms of investment opportunities, the draw of the Mediterranean sun keeps holidaymakers coming in for much of the year – the summer in particular sees local populations swell to bursting point. Long-term rental yields and resale opportunities are modest, but generally speaking there’s such heavy demand for short-term rentals across Sicily that barely a room ever goes unoccupied.