Sardinia really is a jewel in the Mediterranean. The coastline is pristine with none of the over-exploitation visible on so many Mediterranean beach locations. The silky sandy beaches of the south, so favoured by mainland Italians are just being discovered by other Europeans.

Sardinia has a wonderful climate, a rich culture, wide open spaces both on the beaches and on the beautiful mountains which can be viewed from every spot on the island. The islanders were traditionally mountain folk, and much of the culture of the early Nouraghic people is visible on almost every hilltop. Many festivals celebrate this early culture. Men with cloaks of traditional bells on their backs, more normally seen on Sardinian sheep, dancing in their costumes reminiscent of a wild version of English Morrismen!

As you would expect in Italy you will find a warm welcome, great food, including many local specialities from the famous Sardinian suckling pig, to great fish dishes like Carloforte Tuna, the best in Italy, and sweets such as Torrone, real nougat with honey and nuts. Also Padulas, the

local cakes made with ricotta cheese and saffron, a Sardinia speciality. Sardinia also produces excellent wines such as Cannonau (Red) and Vermentino (White), which can start from as little as €1 a litre.

The beaches must be some of the most beautiful in Europe but there is much more to Sardinia with Roman ruins, Nouraghic settlements, stunning mountains. Everywhere you go in Sardinia you will find a beautiful view!