So what’s there for young people? A lot, in fact. Active kids can enjoy great walks and sea sports like kayaking, kitesurfing and windsurfing. Teenagers love the buzz of city beaches, such as Cagliari’s Poetto Beach, which is packed with cafes and bars. And for those a little older, Sardinia is becoming a destination for those seeking Ibiza-style activity. Sardinia’s Fi Beach, in Arzachena on the famous Costa Smeralda, has been ranked in DJ Magazine’s Top 100 DJ Clubs for 2024. This year’s music festival will feature some of the hottest names in the electronic music scene, including Black Coffee, DJ Tennis, Carl Cox, Borauzer, Temba and Peggy Goo.
So, there really is something for everyone, but despite this, the island is still under-appreciated by British tourists. According to OAG statistics, in the summer of 2023, there were 1,138 flights from the UK to Sardinia, compared to 14,907 to Mallorca, 7,920 to Tenerife and 6,900 to Cyprus. Why is that? At first glance, you might think that those who fly to Mallorca, Tenerife and Cyprus are looking for sun, sea, sand and perhaps something familiar, like a pub where they can have an English breakfast and mingle with a bunch of fellow Brits. Of course, that’s fine, but it’s not for me. Plus, it means that you’re more likely to find peace and tranquility in the unbeatable island of Sardinia.