Know before you go
Local Guides
Practical, honest notes from us on the Costa Smeralda — the beaches, getting here, where to eat, what to do, and what it's like off-season.
The Beaches of Costa Smeralda
The best Costa Smeralda beaches within 15 minutes of Santa Teresina — Romazzino, Cala di Volpe, Pevero and quieter alternatives, with practical notes on parking and access.
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Getting Here from Olbia Airport
How to reach Santa Teresina and Porto Cervo from Olbia Costa Smeralda airport — driving directions, car hire advice, transfer options and why GPS can mislead you on the final approach.
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Where to Eat Near Porto Cervo
Our guide to eating well around Porto Cervo, Arzachena and Cannigione — from harbourside dining to inland Gallura trattorias, plus where to shop for cooking at the villa.
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Things to Do in Costa Smeralda
Beyond the beaches — boat trips to the La Maddalena archipelago, the nuraghic sites around Arzachena, hiking, diving and day trips from Porto Cervo.
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Costa Smeralda in Winter
An honest guide to the Costa Smeralda between November and March — what's open, what's closed, the weather, and who an off-season stay actually suits.
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