The turquoise waters and white sand beaches like Grande Pevero and Capriccioli make Costa Smeralda seriously captivating. Carefree Costa Smeralda is synonymous with la dolce vita.
how long to go for
a long weekend, a week
when to go
May, June, July, August
holidays
Liberation Day, Republic Day
how to get there
Fly in to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport and rent a car or hop in your pre-arranged transfer to where you're staying. Alternatively, take the ferry from Genoa or Naples before renting a car.
how to get around
by car, by bus
nice to know
Before the 1960s, Costa Smeralda was largely undeveloped. Thank goodness for Prince Karim Aga Khan IV!