For those seeking luxury, elevate your beachfront relaxation with a day at the Relais & Chateaux Petra Segreta Luxury Resort & Spa. Its Balinese-inspired wellness centre offers an eclectic menu of Ayurveda, hammam, thermarium, and holistic experiences, and is the perfect precursor to an unforgettable lunch. Headed up by chef Luigi Bergeretto, the hotel’s Michelin-starred Il Fuoco Sacro restaurant features a wealth of locally sourced delights, with the roasted Sardinian lamb a must-try alongside an exquisite multi-course tasting menu, featuring fine local wines. As you cruise along the coast, be sure to stop off and experience a local festival. Sardinia, populated since the Neolithic era, offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the Sards and the influence of the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, and Romans on this multicultural isle.

North-western Sardinia also beckons with the shallow blue waters and powdery white sands of Cala Brandinchi, set between sand dunes and pine forests, recognised as one of the island’s best beaches. If you are aboard a yacht, a stop at Isola Caprera, part of Maddalena National Park, is essential. Home to the fabulous Cala Codichio beach with dramatic cliff views and rugged rock formations, the island is also rich in historical significance. The final resting place of Giuseppe Garibaldi, one of Italy’s most important figures in the fight for Italian independence, his home – Casa Bianca – is now a museum. Whether you are enjoying the charm of Italy, exploring Sardinia’s coastline by yacht, or indulging in a superyacht charter, the island offers endless allure for both culture and relaxation seekers alike, making it a truly unforgettable destination for all.