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Calamosca Beach is the perfect place to spend the day if you have found a vacation rental in the charming city of Cagliari. Utterly picture-perfect, this beach is a short walk from the centre of the capital city of Sardinia and is one of the most lovely on an island famous for its incredible beaches! If you like hanging out on a peaceful, sheltered stretch of coast, playing around in the most unbelievably blue waters, a vibrant nightlife, excellent facilities and taking in amazing scenery, it is ideal.

Positioned and sheltered between two promontories – Capo Sant'Elia and its ancient lighthouse to the east and the Sella del Diavolo (Devil's Saddle) to the west – on the coastline of Poetto, the beach is just 4km from the centre of Cagliari.

If you find a vacation rental in the charming city of Cagliari, the pretty and colourful capital seaside city in southern Sardinia, one of the must-see attractions is the Torre dell'Elefante (or Tower of the Elephant). This rather impressive medieval tower is located in the lovely Castello historical quarter of the city and was built in 1307.

Built during the period of the Pisan occupation of the city, by the acclaimed Sardinian architect Giovanni Capula, it was constructed as part of the city's fortifications in order to protect against the imminent invasion by the Aragonese.

Measuring 31m in height, it is constructed on three sides from white limestone that was sourced in Colle di Bonaria nearby and was left open on the third.

The Arcipelago di La Maddalena National Park is a truly stunning geomarine national park on the coast of Sardinia that was established in 1994. Covering an area of over 12,000 hectares and stretching along 180 kilometers of coastline, it is comprised of a group of islands and islets located on the north-east of the coast of Gallura, in the stretch of sea between Sardinia and Corsica known as Bocche di Bonifacio, which is soon to be recognised as an international marine park.

All of these islands are either deserted or are only scattered with small human settlements, beside La Maddalena. As a result, it is an area of natural beauty that has largely been untouched and unaltered by human hands. It is just endless, impossibly blue skies and seas, lush hills and greenery, coves, inlets, and long stretches of pretty beaches. An unforgettable and beautiful place, it is a must-see for anyone who has found a vacation rental in Sardinia.

Punta della Penna beach is a little-known beauty and Abruzzo’s best kept secret. Located in the nature reserve of Punta Aderci and surrounded by vineyards that roll back from the coast, it is a perfect powdery white beach that stretches out for kilometres, crystal-clear turquoise waters and boasting Blue Flag status. Utterly picturesque and one of the best beaches in all of Italy, it is a must for anyone who has found a vacation rental in Abruzzo.

Manfredonia is a name that you may not have heard of before but maybe you should have! It is an incredibly beautiful seaside town located on the eastern coast of Italy, in the comune of Apulia, that has managed to fly under the radar but has lots to offer the discerning visitor. So, if you find a holiday rental in Apulia, come explore and discover its charms for yourself.

Faced by a long stretch of coast, with endless crescent moons of perfect sandy beaches to play on and aquamarine waters to splash in, the town is comprised of an astounding historic core, surrounding by a fascinating sprawl of newer buildings.

With lots to offer visitors by way of sights, restaurants, bars and stores but far from the beaten tourist trail, it is a great spot for the more intrepid traveller looking for something new.