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Sardinia is the second largest island on the Mediterranean and is located south of the island of Corsica and not far from the coast of Italy. The island has a warm Mediterranean climate and enjoys over 300 days of sunshine per year. A holiday in Sardinia is the ideal choice for any Brit who wants to escape the constant threat of rain as the majority of rain falls in the winter, leaving you to enjoy long sunny dry days whilst on holiday in Northern Sardinia.
Rugged coastlines and beautiful bays
The beaches of Northern Sardinia offer a charming twist on the traditional sun, sea and sand holiday. The rugged coastline hides plenty of charming bays and secluded coves which mean that you can enjoy the benefits of a traditional beach holiday and be able to chose whether you want to share it with others, or not. The Costa Rei is known for its crystal clear waters and interesting surrounding scenery and is worth a visit for any tourist who wants a beach experience they won’t forget in a hurry. The Costa Semeralda has over 80 secluded bays and 55km of sandy coastline. This area is regularly frequented by the rich and famous – great for a bit of people watching!
There are lots of scenic towns to visit whilst on holiday in Northern Sardinia that you can explore at your own pace. The beautiful resort of Alghero has great architecture and a stunning cathedral that might even top of the view of the beach at Costa Rei. If you fancy upping the pace a little, visit the lively port town of Olbia where you will find plenty of things to do to keep you occupied. The second largest city in Sardinia, Sassari is home to the beautiful Piazza d' Italia which must be seen as the sun sets when the surrounding architecture comes to life.
The Sardinians are known for their food and it’s only right that you should taste some of their delicacies whilst on holiday in Northern Sardinia. Sardinian cuisine makes use of the surroundings to produce excellent tasting specialities. The majority of the food sold and made in Sardinia uses good quality ingredients grown in the region coupled with seafood fished from the surrounding sea.
Whilst on holiday in Northern Sardinia you are not far from the holiday destination of Corsica. There are regular shuttle ferries to Corsica daily which will add a French element to your Italian holiday – almost like two holidays in one!
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Sardinia manages to mix the joys of a beach holiday with the charm of a historical city break. The good weather, architecture and general laid back atmosphere make it an ideal holiday destination for many. Book your affordable holiday to Northern Sardinia with lastminute.com and start dreaming of all the things you’ll get up to whilst you’re there.