Welcome to Sigonella

Welcome to Sigonella (Designed by Stars and Stripes staff)

The 2026-2027 “Welcome to Sigonella” guide has information about PCSing to Sicily, understanding local life and travel tips for after the boxes are unpacked.

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Just Landed

The Basics for your first few days in Sigonella
Get to know Catania

Get Your Bearings

Transportation in Sigonella
Housing in Sigonella
Healthcare and Dental care in Sigonella
Mental health resources in Sigonella
School options in Sigonella
Understanding the role of School Liaison Officers
Resources for kids in Sigonella
The Italian Farmacia (Pharmacy)

Local Life

Support Organizations at Sigonella
Pet information for PCSing to Sigonella
SAWS saves the strays
Personal enrichment in Sigonella
Local culture and dining in Sigonella
A newcomer’s guide to grocery shopping in Italy
Sicily’s Annual Festivals and Holidays

Travel

Venturing up Mount Etna
Beautiful beaches of southeastern Sicily
Hiking Cavagrande del Cassibile
Modica: Sicily’s Chocolate Village
Shopping for ceramics in Caltagirone

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