Palau is also the main port for travelers wishing to head to Arcipelago di La Maddalena. Alghero is another one of Sardinia's best-loved medieval towns, and it's a great place to base your ...

Grandi Navi Veloci, Moby Lines and Tirrenia are the three principal ferry operators offering regular service between mainland Italy and Sardinia ... vehicles between Palau (on the island's ...

which you can reach from major cities in Italy. However you get to Sardinia, you will need to drive or take public transit to Palau, which is just a quick 15-minute ferry ride to La Maddalena.

While the Costa Smeralda remains a major draw for high-rollers seeking the luxe lifestyle, there’s more to Sardinia than glamorous resorts. Italy’s second-largest island is home to more than ...