Sardinia

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Sardinia, independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

valle dell'erica Thalasso & Spa

Valle dell’Erica Resort. Sardinia

The night air smelled of wood smoke and myrtle as an outdoor suckling pig spit-roast slowly turned over open flames.

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guide to Sardinia's Gallura region

Insider Guide to Sardinia’s Gallura Region

Late afternoon and I’m struggling to stay upright. Normally I would readily admit to this occurring as a result of over-imbibing but on this particular occasion, the culprit is a bear.

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Stintino and Asinara

Insider guide to north west Sardinia

North-west Sardinia is a popular summer destination with tourists attracted by its coastline and glorious sandy beaches. Out of season, however, it offers other rewards, not least its glorious food and drink, interesting archaeology, hillside castles and deserted seashores.

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pool view 2

Pullman Timi Ama Hotel

The bronze-age tower sitting proudly on the adjacent hilltop has no doubt seen it all before, but for me this is very impressive. Early October. Hot sun. Beautiful white beach.  Empty.

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