This was a strong summer season for Dimensione Sicilia, which is expanding beyond Europe.
Last-minute bookings are on the rise
The inbound tour operator focuses on the Spanish and French markets but is now also reaching out to the United States and South America. “Increasingly international markets are moving according to last-minute logic,- says general manager, Julian Zappalà. - This means that we work with a constant flow of requests, but with an increasingly smaller schedule than in the past. The traditional season runs from April to October, but we manage to extend it from March until November, with occasional peaks even in December.”
“A growing demand for customization and quality”
The outlook for the future is positive. "Demand is moving towards experientiality which means towards a less standardized product and more immersive content. There is a growing demand for customization and quality. There is also an increasing focus on sustainability, a commitment that we are consciously embracing. Among the other most evident trends are a wider seasonality, smaller groups and the demand for more flexible stays.”
A 9-day Sicilian tour with luxury accommodation
"Next year we are launching some new features for our regular tours. There is a new 9-day Sicilian Secrets, destined for the French market. It will feature the Palermo/Catania route and will be available from May to October to discover authentic Sicily. We will also be launching, as part of the Sicilian Secrets Collection series, the Unique Tour of Sicily for the UK market. This is a 9-day itinerary of Sicily aimed at small groups. It moves at a more relaxed pace and has luxury accommodation and exclusive experiences tailored for more mature travellers. These new projects will continue to be complemented by tailor-made products for all customer needs.”
