Verdura Resort

All we can say is WOW! Everything about our trip was incredible, from the moment we stepped onto the property until the moment we left. Every day, we were greeted with a welcoming smile at Buongiorno restaurant, where the options were endless and the food was top notch. We felt like royalty with the treatment we were given by the gracious staff, where no ask was ever too much. All of the restaurants on the property were outstanding, there was not a bad meal to be had. Make sure to have the spaghetti vongole at Amara! The pool area was impeccably maintained, with fresh towels and bottles of water given - and even a sweet treat of fresh melon every day! The poolside gelato cart was a nice fun touch as well. We indulged in MANY of the activities that Verdura had to offer, starting with the private on-site cooking class of Sicilian specialties. Here, we had a magical day - cooking in a small house on the property with chef Sergio of Amare restaurant, creating dishes with ingredients picked right from the gardens outside, or the nearby sea. We made a salad with red shrimp from Sciacca, and a traditional Pasta alla Norma. This was some of the most delicious food we ate the entire trip! Our translator for the class, and also a part of the restaurant staff, Andrea, made our entire stay beyond incredible. She took the time to personally get to know us, shared stories about her own family and life, and made us feel comfortable in a situation where we knew little of the native language. She welcomed us at breakfast with a smile every day - and was genuinely interested in our endeavors on our honeymoon. The craftsman tour was a MUST-do activity booked through Verdura. We spent our morning talking with local craftsmen in Sciacca, learning the age-old traditions of ceramic makers, coral restorers, and our personal favorite, the oldest wheat mill in Sciacca. We were blown away by how we instantly felt a part of the culture, even making our way into a bread-makers shop where the neighbors can share the oven to cook food for their families. This was such an intimate approach to seeing just what Sciacca has to offer, and how historic the city is. My husband took a golf lesson with Odin, and came out of it more confident than ever. Odin truly helped him find his 'inner athlete' and learned many skills that he will take to the course for many years to come. We loved hanging out at the golf lounge for a drink overlooking the water after, a must-do experience. Lastly, we had so much fun at our Mixology class at Srirocco Bar with Andreas and Gian. We instantly knew we were in for a treat - we started to learn all about the spirits that were made from the plants on the property, and we were amazed by how tasty the cocktails were. They were not combinations we ever would have tried on our own, cultivated from what was in season at the time. Try the Zagatini! Wound up ordering this all week! The live music at sunset and tasty snacks were an added special touch. A special thank you to the entire concierge team, specifically Angela, Vincenzo, and Rosalia, for perfectly executing all of our off-site excursions and reservations without any issues. Without you guys, our honeymoon would not have been as special as it truly was. All in all, everyone working at Verdura, and in surrounding Sciacca, is so proud to be a part of the culture. We truly felt we were 'living off the land' as the property is incredibly sustainable, even the tequila we drank was made from agave plants on the property! We will definitely be back!!

From the moment we arrived at Verdura Resort, we felt warmly welcomed and completely at ease. The staff are not only professional but genuinely attentive, making the entire experience feel personal and special. The food was absolutely outstanding – every meal was a delight, both in flavor and presentation. A special shout-out to Nando, the sommelier, who went above and beyond. Not only did he guide us to a wonderful bottle of wine during our stay, but he also kindly put together a list of excellent restaurants for us to try on our next stop in Sorrento. His passion and knowledge truly elevated our experience. Everything about the resort – from the setting to the service – exceeded our expectations. The team here is incredible, and it’s clear they take pride in creating unforgettable experiences for their guests. We will most certainly be back

Excellent beach & SPA resort on Southern coast with loads of amenities & activities. Great for families with kids of all ages, as well as golfers. Service stands out as does the choice & quality of the various restaurants (fish, Italian (2x), fine dining, Japanese, pool bar). Great offering for young kids: kids' club (thanks a lot, Giovanna & team), private swimming lessons (Andrea is great) and other sports activities. We'll be back.

Went to the club house post round and Deborah made a delicious drink called “Sicilian Avenue”. She even showed us how to make it. Highly recommend!

Golf was amazing. Played twice. The pool was very relaxing and the service was top notch. The best part of the stay was the cocktail hour at the Scirocco Bar at sunset. Beautiful. The mixology team was suggesting new drinks that knocked my socks off. 👌