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Here we go again: Valentine's Day is here and you still don't know where to spend a weekend or just a romantic night with your soulmate, right? No fear! In this special Hidden Gems Love Edition we lead you to discover some of the most beautiful romantic places to visit in Italy - is there any other better occasion than Valentine's? In this article...

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Genderless masked demigods in 16th-century ceremonial garb, terrifying feats of horsemanship, bystanders munching on sugary fried treats, and one coveted tiny tin star: This is sa Sartiglia di Oristano, the island of Sardinia’s strangest and most exuberant event of Carnevale season. For more than six centuries, the town of Oristano — located in the...

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Italy is fortunate enough to have preserved many important artisan traditions and Sardinian handweaving is among the oldest and most fascinating. This wonderful island conquers all thanks to its awesome landscapes, the archeology, the food; children can have fun too, on the endless beaches or visiting attractions such as Saridinia in Miniature. To...

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Roasted meats and wintertime go hand in hand, and in Italy, roasted chestnuts, vegetables, seafood, poultry, and meat take center stage in the colder season. In the United States, roasting is something we usually associate with Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, and Easter, but in Italy they’re also enjoyed on other special occasions and as a secon...

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Tempio Pausania, the "city of stone," is a jewel set in Mount Limbara. The ideal place to breathe pure mountain air less than 30 minutes from the sea and the island's most beautiful beaches. The old train station from the 1930s, with paintings by painter Giuseppe Biasi, is the arrival point of the "little green train" that crosses Gallura. With its...

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The winery is among the historical names in Sardinian viticulture, especially in the north-western part of the island. Since its foundation by Giovanni Maria Cherchi, the goal has been to showcase the Usini territory through Vermentino, the classic Sardinian white grape, expertly interpreted thanks to both soil and climate. Additionally, the Cagnul...

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If Sardinia's beaches, blue waters, and breathtaking scenery are what drew you in, you really have to go to Cala Gonone. This 1600-person little town is a part of the Nuoro province's municipality of Dorgali. The beaches and coves of Cala Gonone are well-known. These are isolated, rocky coves that are mostly only accessible by boat. It does, howeve...

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Bosa, a picturesque town nestled on the western coast of the enchanting island of Sardinia, Italy, is set to steal the spotlight in 2024 as an Italian gem that often goes unnoticed by travellers. With its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, Bosa is emerging as the most beautiful yet underrated destination in Italy. Italian local...

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Having arrived in Sardinia the previous day, we arose on the Golgo plateau where we'd spent our first night, grateful for the comfort of the secluded mountain hut to prepare us for the challenge that lay ahead. As we set off in Land Rovers, we took in our first glimpses of the beautiful, rugged mountains of Sardinia’s eastern coast. Soon we had mad...

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The Carnival of Mamoiada in Sardinia is a unique cultural event that recounts the traditions and origins of a people, but it is also a moment of conviviality and unity. There is no shortage of food stands with typical local sweets and cannonau wine in the streets of the village. The traditional event of the Carnival of Mamoiada in Sardinia is among...

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