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Sardinia wildfire forces evacuations. Image creit: Corpe Forestale

Sardinia wildfire spreads to second town

August 29, 2026August 29, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Sardinia wildfire in Ogliastra forces evacuation of psychiatric care home residents. The fire front later shifts towards neighbouring Elini.

Government scraps Tavolara Bay luxury glamping project

July 3, 2026July 3, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rome revokes Special Economic Zone authorisation for the Tavolara Bay glamping development at Cala Finanza, two days after a municipal council U-turn and a mass protest on the beach.

Villa Certosa has been purchased by the Qatari Al Thani family

Qatar’s Al Thani dynasty acquires Berlusconi’s Sardinian villa

June 26, 2026June 26, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Villa Certosa, the extravagant Costa Smeralda estate that served as the late prime minister’s playground for politicians, billionaires and Bunga Bunga parties, has found a buyer three years after Berlusconi’s death. The Qatari Al Thani royal family has made the winning bid.

Sardinia from the air Delta Air Lines have started direct New York to Sardinia flights

Delta launches first direct New York–Sardinia flight

May 23, 2026May 23, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Delta Air Lines’s new JFK–Olbia service, chosen by a public vote, marks a historic shift in transatlantic access to one of the Mediterranean’s most coveted destinations.

Piazza delle Erbe, Verona. Verona came 4th in the European Best Destinations 2026 list.

7 Italian destinations make the European Best Destinations top 20

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has emerged as the most represented country in the prestigious European Best Destinations 2026 ranking. Seven of its iconic towns and islands are among the 20 most sought-after places to visit in Europe. Votes from over 1.3 million travellers from 154 countries contributed to the results.

Cyclone Harry storms damage tops €1bn in Sicily

January 23, 2026January 23, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Mediterranean cyclone Harry storms caused extensive damage across southern Italy, with Sicily alone suffering more than €1 billion in economic losses, ANSA and regional sources report.

Sardinia crowned a top global destination for 2026 by Lonely Planet

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Lonely Planet and travel editors say the island’s mix of pristine coastlines, rich history and untamed interior sets it apart in the Mediterranean. Sardinia was included in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026 list of the world’s 25 must-visit destinations, recognising its appeal for a broad range of travellers.

Sardinia becomes second region to pass end-of-life law

Sardinia approves regional end-of-life law

September 17, 2025September 17, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Sardinia on Wednesday approved a regional law regulating end-of-life care. The bill follows text drafted by the Luca Coscioni association.

Italy responds to deadly Botulism outbreaks

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s health ministry said Friday it swiftly activated emergency protocols after two fatal botulism outbreaks in Sardinia and Calabria.

Italy seeking World heritage status for Sardinia's domus de janas. Pictured in the Domus de janas in Lotzorai. By Mauro Mereu - Own work, CC BY-SA 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1140481

Italy seeks UNESCO World Heritage status for Sardinia’s prehistoric tombs

July 11, 2025July 11, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has formally submitted the domus de janas—prehistoric rock-cut tombs unique to Sardinia—for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Italy’s Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Ambassador Liborio Stellino, made the announcement during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee.