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The capital of the province of Olbia-Tempio is one of the most important economic centers of the island. From the port and airport of Olbia, there are numerous connections to many European and Italian cities. Santa Teresa di Gallura, the tip in the far north of the island overlooking the white, rugged coastline of the nearby island of Corsica. Enjoy the magnificent beaches of Porto Istana and La Playa di Pittulongu!

When is the right time to charter a sailboat in Olbia?

Olbia is beautiful in the spring when the Mediterranean waters show themselves in a thousand colors. Of course, a sailboat charter in Olbia is also gorgeous in the summer. The sun and the warmth arrive on the beach, and the coast comes to life again. Even during the fall, Olbia won't let you down. Many festivals are reminiscent of ancient traditions.

How to get there?

The airport Aeroporto di Olbia Costa Smeralda in Olbia connects the town to dozens of Italian and European cities. It is located 5km from the city center, and the home for Air Italy. You can easily find flights from Paris, London, Berlin, Barcelona, and Amsterdam to Olbia with low-cost operators.

Food and Dining in Olbia

Sardines love roasted meat cooked over an herb-flavored fire. It is also a paradise to feast on freshly caught seafood. From lobster and octopus to sea bass and bottarga - prepared with tuna or mullet roe, also known as "Sardinian caviar," which tastes particularly good with spaghetti. Make sure to try the delicious, wafer-thin, crispy bread and nutty pecorino cheese. As well as the magnificent and divine Sardinian wines. If you prefer something stronger, take a shot or two of Mirto - a strong liqueur of wild myrtle. The gelato is a must-eat in Italy. They are excellent in Olbia, same as everywhere else in Italy.

What you should not miss during a sailboat charter in Olbia

The archaeological site of Olbia

The excavated remains allow visitors to understand the urban evolution of an ancient city over 1000 years. There are fortifications, streets with sewers and sidewalks, collective wells, blocks of residences divided into houses, shops, baths, shrines, etc. The remains of a medieval abbey, Saint-Pierre de l'Almanarre, have also been discovered on the site.

Emerald Coast

Where else can you avail of exquisite sunshine, idyllic sailing conditions and intriguing coastal features? This iconic stretch of heavenly sandy beaches sees influxes of celebrities and sailors alike, who choose to bring their chartered sailboat to this location to enjoy their turquoise surroundings. Located a short sail away from Olbia, this is the perfect secluded hideaway to be at one with nature and the brilliant blue ocean.

Santa Teresa di Gallura

It has some of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia, with numerous coves, a bath and a natural shelter even during the windiest days. Santa Teresa di Gallura overlooks the strait of Bonifacio and separates it from nearby Corsica and easy to sail to the other islands of the Archipelago of La Maddalena.

Tavolara-Punta Coda Cavallo

The reserved marine area "Tavolara-Punta Coda Cavallo" is a unique marine environment throughout the Mediterranean, extremely suitable for diving and close encounters with dolphins and turtles. Tavolara is also famous for being the smallest officially recognized kingdom. Tavolara can be reached from the port of San Paolo by boat.

San Pantaleo

At eighteen kilometers from Olbia, there is another world called San Pantaleo. Since the seventies, a group of artists and painters has populated the village, attracted by its timeless and absolutely informal atmosphere, far from the high society of the Costa. Painters, decorators, and sculptors from all over Europe gave birth to a sort of bohemian in San Pantaleo.