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With the resort of Porto Cervo, one of the most famous meeting places for Mediterranean jet setters, the northern coast of Sardinia has won a solid reputation as a holiday resort for wealthy travellers. It is true, perhaps, that the island does not have as spectacular and diverse a landscape as Corsica, nevertheless, it does have a beautiful coastline which has nothing to envy of the Corsican coastline and, in particular, it also has a plethora of high-end hotel infrastructures. The latter are mainly concentrated in the northeast, and the majority of the resorts in that part of the island stretches from Santa Maria di Gallura in Olbia (the main city of arrival). The rather rugged coast fails to offer great beaches but it does offer a considerable number of beautiful bays and coves of white sand and turquoise water. From the port of Palau, 25 miles north of Olbia, you can easily get on board a ferry with your car and explore the islands of Madeleine and Caprera. These islands offer a couple of square miles of beautiful beaches and a welcoming atmosphere: the two main things which characterise Sardinia.

pros

  •  The magnificent coastline
  •  The high quality hotels

cons

  •  High tariffs in the high season
  •  The lack of beaches

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  • Temperature indicatorsOptimal :

    Maximim temperature between 22°C and 24°C, the perceived temperature is <30°. 

  • Bad weather indicatorsDry / Optimal :

    Little or no rain (less than 1.5mm per day). 

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    Mostly sunny (60% to 80% sunshine). 

  • Swimming indicatorsRefreshing :

    Sea temperature between 20 °C and 22°C. Wind speed between 4 mph and 7 mph. 

  • Wind indicatorsLight wind :

    Light winds (between 6mph and 12mph). 

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  • To see

    The Maddalena Islands are found off the shore of Palau, 20 minutes away by ferry. The two biggest islands are Caprera and La Maddalena, (if you're looking for beautiful beaches, travel to Spargi from La Maddalena), which are connected by a bridge. The first has an atmosphere typical of a small port city, and the second is mainly dominated by nature. The whole archipelago (7 islands in total) is classified as a National Geomarine Park.

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    To do

    An excursion in La Barbagia, the Sardinian hinterland, where the sight and scent of green oak, cork oak, rosemary and various Mediterranean plants offers you an instantaneous change of scenery. Along the roads, which are often free of traffic, you will discover a traditional village perched on a hilltop where goats pass from one enclosure to another, as well as an agritourismo, a farm-hostel which serves very good food.

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    To think about

    Sardinia remains a seasonal destination; many of the hotels are only open from the beginning of May until the end of September. If there is an auto-tour outside of this period, find out about the possibility of staying outside of the towns. Take into account that this is labeled a "jet set" destination and so the prices are high in the seaside resorts.

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  • To avoid

    La Costa Esmerald, as this is where most of the holidaymakers are and with its high prices, 'Saint-Tropez' atmosphere and incessant showiness, it is not very inviting. It is best to stay on the Alghero side in order to spend time between seaside tourism and discovering other things on the island, or else, it is a good idea to go along the south coast to Pula Villasimius if you want few people, reasonable prices and beautiful beaches.

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    To try

    Porceddu is the Sardinian specialty par excellence. These suckling pigs roasted on a spit are more than just famous and you will be able to try them in the rustic setting of a farm-hostel: it doesn't get much better than that! In addition to this, don't miss out on trying the gnocchi with sausage and the spaghetti with mule eggs and if you're out dining, order a meal of several small starters (antipasti), such as meats, marinated vegetables squid, etc.

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    To bring back

    You could bring back the honey from a strawberry tree, despite its bitter taste. Or else a bottle of wine: a bottle of cannonau (a robust vintage red wine) is the most widely spread variety, together with a myrtle spirit (for connoisseurs). As for its craftwork, the island is famous for its tapestries made by hand on wooden looms, from wool, cotton or flax. Flick knives are also sold, which are decorative objects made from ceramic or wicker.

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