• The Beautiful Beaches of Chia
    Jun 26 2025

    Whether you plan to visit on a day trip from Cagliari or spend your holidays there, Chia beaches are great to visit. Here are the best beaches in Chia:

    • Su Giudeu (my full guide here)
    • Sa Colonia
    • Monte Cogoni
    • Cala Cipolla (my full guide here)
    • Su Cardolinu
    • Porticciolo/Torre Chia
    • Porto Campana
    • Cala del Morto
    • BONUS #1 Cala Antoniareddu
    • BONUS #2 Perda Longa
    • BONUS #3 Tuerredda (protected, read more about it here)

    My recommended guided tour to Chia beaches is here.

    Here is my guide to the best beaches in Chia.

    My guide to where to stay in Chia is here.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    16 mins
  • Where To Stay In Cagliari - Best Local Tips
    Jun 19 2025

    Are you basing yourself in Cagliari for your Sardinia trip? Here's where to stay in Cagliari:

    • Luxury: Palazzo Tirso
    • Boutique: Villa Fanny
    • Boutique: Casa Clat
    • Beachfront: Nautilus Excelsior
    • Mid-range: Dolce Cagliari
    • Budget: Hostel Marina

    Read my post for the best areas to stay in Cagliari.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    16 mins
  • Wonderful Day Trips From Alghero
    Jun 12 2025

    Are you basing yourself in Alghero for your Sardinia trip? Don't miss these day trips from Alghero:

    • Neptune’s Grotto
    • Porto Conte (bike tour here, boat tour here)
    • Boat tour (Andrea Jansen boat tour here)
    • Beaches near Alghero (e-bike tour here)
    • La Pelosa Beach
    • Asinara (catamaran tour here)
    • Anghelu Ruju Necropolis
    • Wine tasting
    • Bosa
    • Castelsardo
    • Sassari and Monte d’Accoddi
    • Nuraghe Santu Antine and Basilica di Saccargia
    • Lake Baratz horseback riding and Porto Ferro (horseback riding tour here)

    Here's my selection of the best day trips from Alghero.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    23 mins
  • Day Trips From Cagliari Perfect For Any Season
    Jun 5 2025

    Are you basing yourself in Cagliari for your Sardinia trip? Don't miss these day trips from Cagliari:

    • Serdiana and Dolianova (book your guided tour here)
    • Su Nuraxi and the Giara Plateau (book your guided tour here)
    • Ancient City of Nora (book your guided tour here)
    • Tharros and San Giovanni di Sinis
    • Tempio di Antas
    • Fordongianus Terme
    • Costa Rei Beaches (book your guided tour here)
    • Villasimius Beaches (book your guided tour here)
    • Su Giudeu Beach (book your guided tour here)
    • Porto Flavia and the Mines of Sulcis Iglesiente (book your guided tour here)
    • Acquafredda Castle
    • Sanluri
    • San Sperate

    Here's my selection of the best day trips from Cagliari.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    21 mins
  • Your Local Guide To Asinara Island
    May 29 2025

    Asinara Island is one of the most remote places to visit in Sardinia, and a lesser known holiday destination among foreign tourists.

    In this week's episode, you will learn the history of Asinara Island, the top beaches and attractions, how to get there, where to stay and the best guided tours.

    How to get to Asinara Island:

    • By ferry from Porto Torres
    • By ferry from Stintino
    • By guided boat tour from Stintino

    This is the best sailing boat tour around Asinara.

    This is the best motor boat tour of Asinara.

    Where to stay in Asinara:

    • Hostel in Cala d'Oliva - for bookings email cooperativasognasinara@gmail.com
    • Locanda del Parco guesthouse

    Here's my guide to Asinara Island.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    20 mins
  • Sinis Peninsula: A Lesser Known Holiday Destination In Sardinia
    May 22 2025

    The Sinis Peninsula is popular among locals, but a lesser known holiday destination among foreign tourists.

    In this week's episode, you will learn about the best beaches of the Sinis Peninsula, other attractions and sites in the area, and get some useful tips to plan your trip.

    Best beaches of the Sinis Peninsula:

    • Is Arutas
    • Mari Ermi
    • Maimoni
    • San Giovanni di Sinis
    • S'Arena Scoada

    Sites to visit:

    • Malu Entu Island
    • Tharros
    • Santa Cristina Sacred Well
    • San Giovanni di Sinis
    • San Salvatore di Sinis
    • Laguna Mistras

    Here's my guide to the Sinis Peninsula.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    25 mins
  • How to Make the Most of San Teodoro
    May 15 2025

    San Teodoro is one of the best holiday destinations in Sardinia.

    In this week's episode, you will learn about the best beaches of San Teodoro, other fun things to do in the area, and get some useful tips to plan your trip.

    San Teodoro beaches:

    • La Cinta
    • Cala Brandinchi
    • Lu Impostu
    • Cala Girgolu
    • Capo Coda Cavallo

    I recommend this Tavolara Boat Tour. If you want to visit Molara, get in touch with Associazione Molara via email at info@associazionemolara.it

    Where to stay in San Teodoro:

    • Baglioni Resort
    • Residence SardegnaSummer Li Cuppulati

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    14 mins
  • A Perfect Trip To The Emerald Coast
    May 8 2025

    Are you traveling to the Emerald Coast of Sardinia?

    In this episode, you will learn about the best beaches of the Emerald Coast, and get lots of wonderful tips to plan your visit.

    My favorite places to stay in the Emerald Coast

    • Luxury - Petra Segreta (San Pantaleo)
    • Mid Range - Colonna Resort (Porto Cervo)
    • Budget - Suara Tolta (San Pantaleo)

    My post on the Emerald Coast shares all the information to help you pick the best base for your holidays.

    Don't forget to rent a car for your Sardinia trip - the best company is Discover Cars.

    WORK WITH ME - Contact claudia@strictlysardinia.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

    *The intro and outro of this podcast is brought to you by Sardinian band Sa Ratapignata. You can listen to the full song - Bi Tui - on Spotify.

    By Strictly Sardinia author Claudia Tavani.

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    25 mins