Seven granite islands, water like liquid turquoise and a beach so rare that no human foot may touch it. La Maddalena National Park is the most beautiful corner of northern Sardinia — here are 10 tips on what to see, where to take a boat trip and how to get there.
The capital of Sardinia blends medieval hilltop lanes, an eight-kilometre city beach and pink flamingos right around the corner. We'll walk you through 13 things to see in Cagliari, where to take a day trip, and where to taste the very best Sardinian cuisine.
When should you visit Sardinia to avoid getting burnt, blown away by the wind, or ruined by prices? We'll guide you through the island's weather month by month, from sea temperatures to the tricky mistral, so you nail the perfect holiday.
There's no single "Italian cuisine" – it's dozens of proud regions, each with its own specialities. We'll guide you through Italian flavours region by region: real pizza, pesto, Parmesan, gelato and wines, plus dining etiquette, how to dodge the tourist traps and tips for vegetarians.