After a non-existent spring in
most parts of Europe the majority of people is now very much looking forward to
a sunny and long-awaited summer. How about celebrating the warm season on a
gorgeous Italian beach?
Let's start with the Puglia
region, the heel of the Italian boot. A little corner of paradise is nestled in
Brindisi, almost at the lowest point of the heel. Its name is Torre Guaceto, a
protected nature reserve that has escaped over-development, the fate of so many
other beautiful places. Torre Guaceto gives you the opportunity to discover the
extensive fauna and flora as well as relax on the beach. This area being wilder
means that you should be prepared to walk a little to get to a perfect spot,
but it really is worthwhile. You can also take the advantage of guided walks,
cycle tours, kite surfing and snorkelling trips. The visitor centre also
organises special events: Open-air plays or star-gazing anyone?
Shall we next move to
Sardinia? Porto Pino is waiting there for you. Taking its name from a nearby
pine forest, Porto Pino is an unspoilt small town. Its beach is divided into
two parts: One with gray sand and the most popular given its location near
local parking facilities, and one with white sand extending over three
kilometres. Both of course benefit from the same crystalline, shallow waters.
Porto Pino offers a vast array of nautical and other sportive activities such
diving, wind-surfing, boat rental or horse riding.
Hoping onto our next island,
we are now arriving on Ponza. Rumour has it that it was named after Pontius
Pilate and the gorgeous sceneries make it a sought-after film location. White
cliffs and mysterious caverns mingle with white sandy beaches and the turquoise
sea. Located off the coast south of Rome and north of Naples, Ponza is easily
accessible by ferry or hydrofoils. The boat journey will give you time to take
in the amazing sights as you approach the island.
There are an impressive 246
Blue Flag beaches spread all over Italy. To be awarded this desirable status
the beach must comply with 32 criteria in the fields of environmental education and information,
water quality, environmental management and safety and services. The Blue Flag
is only awarded for one season at the time and, in a case of not keeping the
required standards, may even be removed during the season.
A welcome guarantee of quality
for us tourists and fans of this wonderful country.
Author: K J S
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