The Tremiti Islands (San Domino, San Nicola, Capraia) are the only Italian archipelago in the Adriatic. Marine reserve. Water clarity rivaling Sardinia. Pine forests to the cliff edge. Population: 450. Ferry from Termoli (Molise), Vieste, or Foggia.
The only sandy beach in the archipelago. Tiny, crowded in August, but the water is crystal. San Domino is the largest island.
Rocky cove. Boat or walk through the pine forest. Less people, more drama.
Pebble cove on the south side. Pine trees to the water edge. Snorkeling.
The BEST way to experience the Tremiti. Half-day tour (20-30) visits every cove, the Blue Grotto of San Domino, and the sea stacks. The water color changes at every point.
Ferry from Termoli: 1h (NLG, 20-25 return). Also from Vieste (1.5h) and Rodi Garganico. Stay on San Domino (San Nicola has the abbey but no beaches). Hotels 60-120/night.