My great time in Sicily Lora Radkovska Coming to Sicily, I knew that I was going to have an amazing time. However, my stay exceeded my expectations. Firstly, when I arrived I was warmly welcomed by the whole Rappazzo family. My host, Giulia, introduced me to her sister and her parents. Later that night, we had dinner together, where they served me one of the most signature Sicilian dishes – aranchini. On the next day, we visited one of the local schools where the students gave an astonishing musical performance. Then every country represented their cultural heritage with a video or a presentation. I learned so much not only for Sicily but for the other participants too. The next few days me and the other students visited many local sights such as Taormina, the local theater, the Town Hall. During my stay I was feeling more than welcome in my host family. Their hospitality made my visit unforgettable. This visit not only made me develop empathy for other cultures but also help