Gloria and MarkOct 11, 20192 minTwo days in PalermoWe admit that we had reservations the first time we came to Palermo. Everyone seems to have heard about the Mafia connections and its somewhat unsavory backstreets. We first visited several years ago and were happily surprised then to see that our fears were unfounded. On this return trip we can say that it seems safer than ever. If visitors are careful, they will be delighted by Palermo and happy not to have missed its artistic treasures and delicious cuisine. An aperol spri