Dramatic limestone cliffs that drop straight into an impossibly blue sea.

, this bay offers crystal-clear water perfect for snorkeling amidst a backdrop of steep limestone cliffs. Costa Smeralda (Northeast)

Arrive by boat early in the morning to beat the crowds and see the light hit the limestone cliffs. 2. Cala Coticcio (Caprera Island)

The late July sun hammered down on the turquoise waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, turning the horizon into a shimmering mirage of heat and salt. The small motorboat, christened the Bella Sarda , bobbed gently against the mooring in a secluded inlet just north of Cala Gonone.

The glamorous heart of the Emerald Coast, frequented by luxury yachts and celebrities. Sardinia Sailing Itinerary | The Moorings

Diving and families, thanks to the shallow waters near the shore. Spiaggia del Principe (Costa Smeralda)