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2024 Dorgali Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
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Cala Luna Beach
Cala Luna Beach is one of the most famous beaches on the Italian island of Sardinia, located on the east coast in the Gulf of Orosei. The beach amazes visitors with its dramatic natural beauty, consisting of a combination of white sand, turquoise waters and towering limestone cliffs. Cala Luna is an ideal destination for those seeking pristine scenery and a unique beach experience. Cala Luna Beach has soft white sand, contrasting with the crystal blue waters. The clarity of the water allows visitors to enjoy snorkeling and swimming in the shallow waters, where they can see fish and other marine life. One of Cala Luna's main attractions is the towering limestone cliffs surrounding the beach. These cliffs contain large natural caves, which provide natural shade and are also popular places for exploring. The caves add to the wild charm of the beach, making it look exotic and dramatic. Cala Luna can only be reached by boat or via a challenging hiking trail from Cala Fuili or the nearby village of Cala Gonone. The hiking trail adds to the sense of adventure, taking visitors through beautiful mountain and forest scenery before reaching the beach. This beach is a perfect spot for snorkeling, with crystal clear waters and rich marine life. Alternatively, visitors can rent kayaks or small boats to explore the coves and small beaches around Cala Luna. With its combination of beautiful white sand, natural caves and crystal clear blue waters, Cala Luna Beach is one of Sardinia’s hidden gems, offering a unique experience for beach lovers and adventurers alike. This beach is an ideal spot for those seeking pristine natural beauty and a quieter atmosphere.
Comprehensive travel guide to Sardinia, Italy, the only jelly sea on Earth
🇮🇹 Sardinia is located in the central Mediterranean, the second largest island in Italy after Sicily, surrounded by the ever-changing deep blue sea
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📍 Sardinia (Sardegna)
Like a European 'Shangri-La', it boasts an endless coastline, pure azure waters, and white or pink sandy beaches
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🏝 Best time to visit: From January to August when everyone is on holiday, heading to the seaside to cool off, with beautiful scenery and activities🎑
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✈️ Transportation:
▪️ Airplane: There are four airports, among which Cagliari Airport operates Ryanair budget flights to major cities
▪️ Ferry: There are ferries to Sardinia from major port cities on the west coast of mainland Italy, including Genoa, Livorno, Naples, Palermo, etc.
▪️ It is recommended to drive on the island 🚘
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🌞 Climate:
▪️ The average annual temperature is above 15 degrees. Be mindful of sun protection in summer and prepare sunglasses, sunscreen, etc., if needed
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📍 Must-visit spots in Sardinia:
▪️ Spiaggia Rosa | Pink Beach
💗 One of the few places on Earth with pink sand, where the pink beach and the clear blue waters nestle together, creating a dreamy beauty
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▪️ Cala Luna
🌊 The enchanting Cala Luna has white fine sandy beaches, diverse caves, a gentle breeze, and clear emerald waters, making it a popular filming location for many movies. The waters here are suitable for snorkeling🤿
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▪️ Cagliari
⛩ Cagliari is located on the southern coast of Sardinia, the largest city and capital of the island, surrounded by kilometers of white sandy beaches
⛪️ A city of culture and art, with many churches and museums, where you can feel the rich cultural atmosphere of ancient Europe in its streets and alleys
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▪️ Olbia
🤍 An ancient city with a long history, it became an important port during Roman times and still retains remnants of the Phoenicians and Carthaginians. Now it is the location of Sardinia's airports and ports
🤍 It also has the clearest beaches: Pittulongu
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🍥 Cuisine:
Fresh seafood🦞
Traditional Italian pasta🍝
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🛶 If you want to kayak and explore caves, you can go to these places:
📍 Piscine di Molara-Olbia
📍 Porto Giunco-Villasimius
📍 Cala Coticcio-caprera
📍 Cala Luna-Dorgali-Baunei
Sardinian Splendor: Discovering Cala Luna
Explored Cala Luna by boat and it was an incredible experience! The golden sands, dramatic caves, and crystal-clear waters made for a perfect beach day. The boat ride offered breathtaking views of the rugged coastline. This Sardinian gem was a must-visit! 🌊🏖️#turquoisewaters #scenic #Cala luna #Caves #cave #sand #Sardania
🏝️📸 Unveiling the Treasures of Sardinia: Explore the Island Paradise! ☺️
After eagerly sifting through the photos from my unforgettable trip to Sardinia, I am thrilled to share some of my absolute favorites with you. Each image captures the essence of this mesmerizing island, leaving me yearning for more. 😍
But that's not all—I am now embarking on the next adventure: creating a comprehensive blog post about Sardinia. If you have any burning questions or curiosities about this enchanting destination, drop them below! I'll make it my mission to provide you with the most insightful answers. ✨🗺️
Now, let me introduce you to my ultimate must-do experience on the island—renting a boat for a day! Picture yourself cruising along pristine turquoise waters, the wind in your hair, and the sun kissing your skin. A small zodiac boat, perfect for up to six people, can be rented for approximately $150€. And the best part? Anyone can do it! No special license or training is required. 🚤💙
So, why not seize the opportunity to explore hidden coves, secret beaches, and secluded spots that are only accessible by boat? Dive into crystal-clear waters, snorkel amidst vibrant marine life, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Stay tuned for my upcoming blog post, where I will unveil the hidden gems, share insider tips, and guide you through the wonders of Sardinia. Let's embark on this journey together and uncover the magic of the island paradise. 🏝️✨ cr:jess.wandering & Contact us for removal
Chasing the Sun, When Autumn's Come!
A long awaited holiday on what's rapidly becoming our second home from home.
What an interesting place! A Clam fossil in the first picture. Then some graffiti, followed by moody weather shots of Cala Gonone from the jetty & on the boat heading to Grotto Bue Marino (€28 @ time of posting).
Confession time the last 2 pics are not from the hotel we stayed at, but we had access to the pool of its "sister" hotel.
The weather has been kind to us. Only one day, late in the afternoon, of heavy rain and we still managed to get caught in it!
Although we visit after the tourist season ends (off-peek), it has been cooler. Just one day of 30C, but no complaints here.
#fallingseason
April is a must-go time to Sardinia, Italy, a place close to heaven. Here's a travel guide.
Sardinia, Italy 🏝 a place close to paradise. Sardinia is located in the central Mediterranean Sea, and it is the second largest island in Italy 🍄.
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This beautiful island is like the "Peach Blossom Spring" of Europe 🌸 with endless coastline, pure blue sea water, white or pink beaches, and rich and unique Sardinian cuisine.
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All of this gives people a romantic feeling that belongs exclusively to Sardinia 💕 It is also a favorite vacation spot for the wealthy, a dreamland that can be seen thousands of times without getting tired 🌊.
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Must-visit spot in Sardinia 🎨
1️⃣Pink Beach|Spiaggia Rosa
Believe it or not, no girl can resist the charm of pink. Spiaggia Rosa beach is one of the few places on earth with pink sand. The pink sand and crystal clear blue sea are nestled together, creating a dreamy and beautiful scene. Coming here will definitely fulfill a girl's princess dream. 👸
2️⃣ Cala Luna
Enchanting Carolina boasts pristine white beaches, colorful and unique caves, gentle breezes, and crystal-clear emerald waters, making it a popular filming location for many movies. 📸 The waters here are perfect for snorkeling, with areas suitable for visitors of all ages.
3️⃣Cagliari
Cagliari is located on the southern coast of Sardinia, the largest city and capital of the island. There are several kilometers of white sandy beaches around it. 🏝 Cagliari is also a cultural and artistic city with many churches and museums. You can feel the strong cultural atmosphere of ancient European countries in every street and alley.
4️⃣Olbia
Olbia is an ancient city with a long history. It became an important port in the Roman era and still retains the remains of the Phoenicians and Carthaginians🔱 Now it is the location of the airport and port of Sardinia🍃 At the same time, it also has the most famous and clearest beach in Sardinia: Pittulongu.
Sometimes Things Don't Go To Plan 😟
it was a cooler, cloudy day so we decided to go hiking to the Nuraghe Mannu. It is a Nuragic archeological site overlooking the Village of Cala Gonone and should provide a few good pictures.
Those of you with keen eyes would have noticed the site isn't one of the pictures included. We somehow managed to miss the turn to get to the Nuraghe 😂, but managed to capture a shot looking down at Cala Gonone, the beach and a rather tame 🦋.
It is possible to get to the Nuraghe from a different side and we had good intentions on doing so the following day. Unfortunately, or fortunately 😀, the sun and hot weather returned and we decided to hit the beach!
We'll be back Cala Gonone... so much we want to see and do.
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