Northern Sardinia: the Aga Khan's billionaire playground AND the most beautiful free beaches in the Mediterranean, separated by granite. La Pelosa (Stintino), La Maddalena archipelago, Costa Smeralda.
White sand, water ankle-deep for 100m. 1,500/day cap. 3.50 entry.
Most beautiful on Costa Smeralda. FREE. 10 min walk from road.
Pink beach. Landing BANNED — visible only from boat tour (35-50).
"Tahiti". Two tiny turquoise coves. 40 min hike. 60 people/day limit.
Two crescents between granite. Shallow, calm. Free sections.
3 sandy coves, 20 min from Olbia airport. First beach after landing.
Town beach facing Corsica. White sand, calm water, easy access.
Base: Olbia (airport), Palau (La Maddalena ferries), Stintino (La Pelosa). Costa Smeralda hotels 200-2,000/night. Olbia/Palau 80-180.