Frequently Asked Questions

The following is a short list of our most frequently asked questions.  If you have any other questions then those listed here, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Does Echoes Events promote cultural events such as festivals and other cultural programs?

Yes, Echoes Events can help organise cultural functions, here in Australia and in Sicily.  Call us to find out how we can help you. 

Who runs Echoes Events?

Echoes Events is run by Maria and Suzanne, with the assistance of Anna our Customer Care Manager. We work with the best in the industry to deliver to our clients what they want with personalised service. 

Why has Echoes Events chosen Sicily as its focus of activities?

Sicily is a region rich in cultural traditions, wonderful food, architecture, art and history and has been, over the centuries, the meeting point of Mediterranean civilisations. Sicily is still exotic and not over run by tourists. Sicily is one of the most beautiful places in the world. 

Do you run programs in Italian?

Echoes Events is a bi-lingual company and can host tours and programs in both Italian and English. 

Do you run events for schools,clubs or tertiary institutions?

Echoes Events provides tours with an educational focus for schools and tertiary institutions.  We also cater for clubs and special interest groups with tours designed to meet their special interests and requirements. If you think we can assist you in planning your next school event or trip to Sicily, please give us a call. 

Can Echoes Events design personalised tours of Sicily ie Walking tours?

Yes,Echoes Events can design personalised tours of Sicily as well as provide this service to Travel Agents on behalf of their Clients. 

Why has Echoes Events chosen Sicily as its focus of activities?

Sicily is a region rich in cultural traditions, wonderful food, architecture, art and history and has been, over the centuries, the meeting point of Mediterranean civilisations. Sicily is still exotic and not over run by tourists. Sicily is one of the most beautiful places in the world. 

Is free time scheduled on the tour?

Yes. For the convenience of our clients, a number of half days have been allocated to free time for you to relax, do private site seeing, shop, walk, swim, sit at a bar and enjoy the scenery...its your time! 

Are Children allowed on your tours?

Echoes Events is a family friendly Company and as such children are welcome on our tours, however there must be a total commitment from parents and guardians to fully supervise their children during the time of the tour. In addition to our regular tours Echoes Events runs Peter Pan tours a family specific tour program which offers activities for both parents and children. 

Is a visa required to travel to Sicily?

No. There is no visa requirement associated with our tours. All you require is a valid passport. For your own safety and for sound general travel practice, we suggest that you register your name with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade so that your whereabouts can be traced in case of an emergency. 

Can Echoes Events design personalised tours of Sicily ie Walking tours?

Yes, Echoes Events can design personalised tours of Sicily as well as provide this service to Travel Agents on behalf of their Clients. 

Are the ‘A Taste of Sicily’ cooking classes suitable for people with special dietary requirement

Echoes Events are happy to modify recipes/menus within the cooking programs to suit participants needs. Please provide any relevant dietary information when booking the program. 

Do Echoes Events run individual one-on-one classes?

Yes. Echoes Events will provide one-on-one tuition for their cooking classes. Contact us and we’ll work through a program to suit your needs. 

Will alcohol be provided during the class?

Participants will be provided with complimentary red and white wine with the class meal. Wine will be restricted to a maximum of 2 glasses per person.

What do people need to bring to the ‘A Taste of Sicily’ cooking classes?

All food and materials will be provided for the class. However, we do recommend comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes (for safety reasons) to be worn. 

Will Class Participants be given copies of recipes from the cooking class?

All people attending ‘Taste of Sicily’ cooking classes will be given a bound booklet with the recipes and notes for selecting wine to suit the cooking style and menu. 

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