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Sardinia Italy
Sardinia captivates with its wild hinterland, out-of-this-world beaches and endearing eccentricities. Here coastal drives thrill, prehistory puzzles and four million sheep rule the roads.
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Sicily vs Sardinia: which Italian island should you escape to?
Jan 19, 2023 • 9 Min read
Food and Drink
On a journey through Sardinia, bread on the table and insulin in the pocket
Jan 17, 2023 • 10 Min read
Sardinia is known for its cuisine and the longevity of its people. But it also has one of the highest rates of type one diabetes in the world.
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You'll need to register before visiting these popular tourist regions in Italy
Jun 10, 2020 • 2 Min read
If you're planning a visit to Italy this summer you may have to register before arriving in some of the country's most popular tourist destinations.
Beaches
Top 10 beaches in Sardinia
Jan 3, 2020 • 6 Min read
Whether you enjoy white sands, secluded coves or rocky coasts, Sardinia's beaches provide an array of scenic options for any beach lover.
Sustainable Travel
You might need to pay to visit one of Italy’s most famous beaches
Nov 13, 2019 • 1 Min read
One of Italy's most famous beaches is considering introducing ticketed entry from next summer in a bid to protect its fragile ecosystem and raise funds…
Story
This Italian town doesn't want you to use Google Maps
Oct 16, 2019 • 1 Min read
With the proliferation of smartphones, you would think that the era of the paper map is over but a mayor of a town in Sardinia that's popular with beach…
Sustainable Travel
French tourists could face six years in prison for taking sand from a Sardinian beach
Aug 21, 2019 • 2 Min read
As authorities in Sardinia crack down on sand theft, a French couple could face up to six years in prison for allegedly stealing sand from Chia beach.
Beaches
The 7 best things to do in Sardinia
Jul 7, 2019 • 5 Min read
If you’re yearning for an intoxicating mix of ancient history, traditions, craggy wilderness and sublime coves, Sardinia is a perfect choice.
Hotels
Yes, you can buy a holiday home in Italy for €1...but there’s a catch
Feb 1, 2018 • 2 Min read
Stop everything because the rumours are true; yes you can finally get on the rung of the property ladder in sunny Italy for a mere €1. But like all things…
Food
Land and sea: a gourmet tour of Sardinia
Apr 18, 2013 • 5 Min read
The coastline and mountains of Sardinia have created two unique food cultures in this island region of Italy. Embark on a culinary journey with Matthew…
