Sardinia vs Greek Islands — Caribbean-Italy or blue-domed Greece?

Beaches

Sardinia: sand, sand, sand. White, pink (La Pelosa), quartz (Is Arutas). Greece: sand on some islands (Naxos, Crete), pebble/volcanic on others (Santorini, Milos). Sardinia wins on sand quality; Greece wins on variety and sheer number of islands.

Island-hopping

Greece wins. Ferry networks connect dozens of islands daily. Sardinia is one big island — you drive, you don’t hop.

Costs

Greece is cheaper: accommodation 20–30% less, food 10–20% less. Greek island taverna dinner: €10–15. Sardinia trattoria: €15–25.

Culture and food

Different strengths. Sardinia: nuraghi, cured meats, Cannonau wine, Italian espresso culture. Greece: ancient temples, Orthodox monasteries, meze culture, ouzo. Both are food paradises.

Verdict

Sardinia: beach quality, Italian food+wine, driving adventures. Greek Islands: island-hopping, ancient ruins, budget-friendliness, sunset culture.

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