2 and a half hours from Messina there is the least expensive city on the planet: here with 1200€ a month you are a sheik | Vita extralusso

A perhaps less known but very convenient destination .

In Sicily, beyond the most famous tourist destinations , there is a world of lesser-known places that can surprise with their authenticity and convenience. Often, it is by moving away from the beaten track that you discover hidden corners where hospitality is genuine, prices more accessible and the experience more intimate.

These places, perhaps not very well publicized or far from the main circuits, often offer a quality-price ratio that is difficult to find elsewhere. Whether they are accommodation facilities, family-run restaurants or small artisan businesses, you have the impression of experiencing a more real and less constructed piece of Sicily.

Many travelers tell of having lived unforgettable experiences in these simpler contexts, where human contact and local culture are the protagonists. Sometimes you just need to ask those who live there or let yourself be guided by intuition to come across places that, even if they don't end up on the covers of guidebooks, remain imprinted in your memory.

In an island full of contrasts and nuances, the charm also lies in knowing how to seek and recognize beauty outside the clamor. And often, right where no one looks, you can find the most authentic and convenient experiences.

An increasingly difficult balance

Many Italian families, and Sicilian ones in particular, are struggling to cope with the ever- increasing cost of living. Between gasoline, food shopping and bills, expenses are growing while salaries remain unchanged. This situation is putting household budgets in crisis, pushing many to think about alternatives that allow them to live with greater economic serenity.

There are countries where life is definitely cheaper and more sustainable. For those who live in Sicily, a particularly interesting destination is less than three hours away, with the concrete possibility of maintaining a dignified lifestyle while spending much less.

Tunisia: two and a half hours from Messina

Just 150 minutes from Messina, Tunisia represents a real solution for those seeking quality of life at a reduced cost. With a short flight you can reach a fascinating country, rich in history and bathed by a sea that can be enjoyed all year round. But what is most striking is the cost of living: a dinner at a restaurant can cost less than 2 euros per person, and even a fish dinner in an elegant restaurant does not exceed 15 euros.

Rents are also affordable: with about 250 euros a month you can live in a decent home. A concrete prospect for those who, tired of the daily economic pressure, dream of a sustainable change without moving too far from their land.