By sailing around the Island, the uniqueness of Sardinia can be appreciated. From the sea one can admire not only the long fine grained sandy beaches but also trachyte rocks, calcareous cliffs, granite rock faces and dark masses of schists. Sailing along the coast, especially if accompanied by the silence of a sailing boat, the unmistakable perfume of macchia Mediterranea (the Mediterranean shrub), which characterises almost all Sardinian landscapes, is ever present. The wind carries the aroma of myrtle, arbutus, rosemary and wild juniper and fills the cabin with sweet scented air.
These fragrances are an inducement to stop at one of the many landing places along the coast of the Island, not only for a stopover, but also for an excursion inland to see a Nuraghe or simply to make friends with the local people.
In fact the Sardinian people are renowned for their spontaneous hospitality, and like all islanders thirst for contact with the external world.
People who visit Sardinia discover not only one of the most beautiful and original places in the world but also have an unforgettable holiday. Sardinia offers visitors an array of gastronomic specialities from the ancient cooking traditions of the shepherds to the sea food specialities of the coast. Sardinia is rich in both handicrafts and arts, its carpets, baskets, pottery and its gold filigree jewellery are both unique and of the highest quality.
Let's go back to the sea and the coast. Even those who can not sail along the coast, can still enjoy the most transparent water in the Mediterranean sea. Accommodation is available in several hotels or in camping-sites situated along the coast. The visitors can swim in this crystal clear sea and admire the numerous fish, and diverse species of marine flora and fauna.
Almost all the places described in the following pages can be reached by land sea or air.
Let us sail now for a real or virtual trip to discover this unique Island.