If you want a long weekend away, Sardinia is the ultimate destination

Of course, you can pack a bag and head off to Texel with the whole bunch for a bit of island feeling. But yes, that cold, that wind, that Dutch rain...

The Dutch weather is usually not as pleasant as the Italian sunshine. And the Italian breeze at the beach. Moreover, in Italy, you eat like a true queen: the fresh pasta, pizza, and pulpo are reason enough to plan that trip. And we know exactly where in Italy you should be this year. It just so happens that within two hours you can land on the most charming island of Italy. With Corendon you fly, just like that, in just two short hours to picturesque Sardinia. And it's lovely there, whether you go in spring, summer, or autumn.

Anyone a bit hip dares to indulge in la dolce Vita in Italy. The tastiest scroppino you have ever tasted? You drink it in the harbor of Alghero (exactly the place you can fly to). Believe us: you have never tasted anything like it in your whole life. Bellissima. The sea is so differently blue everywhere that you keep looking. Sometimes azure blue, sometimes crystal clear, sometimes turquoise, and suddenly here and there emerald green. The Costa Smeralda is a coast so pure, you hardly see it on islands like Ibiza or Mallorca. Here you find peace. Here you find real vacation. And that’s why the Italian jet set and the worldwide rich kids settle here. It’s about seeing and being seen, but in style. It’s not vulgar, not exaggerated. The bays, caves, and the white beach make every resort in Sardinia a world destination. What’s really cool to do? Go sailing for a day. You see everything you really want to see, just from your lazy deck.

And that’s the best part of the island: you can seek the hustle and bustle in the city, or you can take your rest on the water. Or you go for a cozy hangout on a nice terrace. And just because you can get there in a flash, it’s worth it for a long weekend away. Blue skies? Almost always guaranteed. And to be honest: with that whole ferry, you’re not much faster to Texel. Just sayin’.

FACTS

• There are 1.6 million people living in Sardinia – and 6 million sheep
• That Mediterranean diet seems to be good for your health: people on the island often live longer than 90 years
• Italy is one of the most visited holiday countries for the Dutch, along with Spain, France, and Germany