Floriana
About Floriana
Floriana co-founded the team behind Sardinia Blog and has spent years hosting visitors across the island. She writes from the ground up, having personally walked the beaches, villages and back roads she recommends. Her rule is simple: share Sardinia the way she would want it shared with her, honestly and without the usual tourist gloss.
Stories by Floriana
Cane Malu, Bosa: Swim the Natural Rock Pool
Plan a safe, rewarding visit to Cane Malu in Bosa. How to get there, best times to swim, gear, safety tips, and nearby easy alternatives.
Lollove, Sardinia: A Quiet Day Trip from Olbia
Plan a respectful visit to Lollove in Sardinia, a stone hamlet near Nuoro. Slow walks, history, and a calm day trip from Olbia with craft stops.
Lollovers, Lollove Sardinia: honest Barbagia flavors
Where to eat in Lollove, Sardinia: a balanced review of Lollovers with dishes, prices, booking tips, and what to order in this Barbagia village.
Le Tattoo, Cala dei Sardi: Eat, Sip, Swim
A relaxed, food-first review of Le Tattoo at Cala dei Sardi: breakfast to sunset drinks, simple Sardinian flavors, and two tiny coves for a dip.
Le Casermette: Olbia’s Quiet Art Corner
Discover Le Casermette in Olbia, a former military hamlet turned pop-up art space. Practical tips, a simple day plan, and nearby local flavors.
Olbia Waterfront Walk: Art, Sea and Easy Day Plan
Discover the Olbia waterfront: a gentle seaside walk with public art, sunset views, and a simple day route. Explore the lungomare and nearby Olbia sights.
Torre di San Giovanni, Siniscola: Day Guide
Plan a calm, culture-rich day at the Torre di San Giovanni in Siniscola. Walk the beach, paddle below the tower, catch sunset, and dine in La Caletta.
Castello della Fava: Posada Day Guide
Plan a rewarding visit to Castello della Fava in Posada. Walk medieval lanes, hear the famous legend, and pair it with beaches and wetlands.
Anticas Licanzias Bistrò, Olbia: Real Sardinian Food
A warm, seasonal review of Anticas Licanzias Bistrò in Olbia. What to order, price range, wine tips, and when to book for a relaxed, authentic meal.
Olbia to Capo Coda Cavallo: Tavolara Views
Explore Sardinia’s Tavolara coast from Olbia to Capo Coda Cavallo. Beach tips, an easy viewpoint hike, when to go, safety, and practical advice.
MEOC Aggius Guide: Traditional Textiles in Gallura
Discover MEOC Aggius and its traditional textiles. A thoughtful day trip plan, authentic craft shopping tips, and practical ways to reach this Gallura gem.
H.I.M.Y.S.: an Olbia cocktail bar worth finding
Hidden off Corso Umberto, H.I.M.Y.S. is an Olbia cocktail bar for serious drinks, fair prices, and late-night tapas in a stylish loft-like space.
Handmade Capri Sandals in Sardinia: Lunika Moda
Discover Lunika Moda in Olbia, Sardinia: custom Capri sandals, coffa bags and small-batch crafts, plus a relaxed day trip to Porto San Paolo.
Discover Olbia’s Revitalized Waterfront
Explore the reimagined Olbia waterfront: scenic paths, terraces, markets, and bike-friendly routes linking port and center. Plan your perfect stroll.
Discover Olbia's Revitalized Waterfronté…
Explore the reimagined Olbia waterfront: scenic paths, terraces, markets, and bike-friendly routes linking port and center. Plan your perfect stroll.
Osteria Maria - Sardinian Feast Awaits
Discover Osteria Maria in the Gallura hills: long, sunlit lunches and music-filled dinners with Sardinian classics and vineyard views.
J Beach, Razza di Juncu in Costa Smeralda
Plan a calm day at J Beach, Razza di Juncu in Costa Smeralda. Pet-friendly, stylish, and natural. Access tips, best times, activities, and safety advice.
Exploring Pozzo di Santa Cristina's Ancient Wonders
Explore Pozzo di Santa Cristina, a Nuragic well where equinox light and lunar cycles meet sacred waters—visit year-round near Paulilatino.
Pan di Zucchero - Discover Masua's White Giant
Explore Pan di Zucchero from Masua’s beach and boats; capture golden-hour views, visit Porto Flavia, and find easy tips for a perfect half-day.
Exploring Sardinia's Abandoned Mines and Coast
Discover Sardinia's abandoned mines along a dramatic coast with guided tunnels, sea-stack vistas, safety tips, and a 2-day route—start exploring.
Montiblu Nuoro: Sardinian Dining Experience
Discover Montiblu Nuoro, where Sardinian flavors, curated design, and smart wine pairings create intimate dining; book to savor Nuoro’s charm.
Explore Majestic Supramonte in Sardinia's Heart
Explore Sardinia's Supramonte: epic canyons, hidden villages, wild coast and ridge hikes, with tips, best times, and routes to plan your adventure.
Discover LStreet15B - A Unique Ceramic Workshop
Discover LStreet15B, a ceramic workshop in Olbia: shop handcrafted pieces, join beginner classes, and catch pop-up shows in a cozy central studio.
Cortes Apertas Autumn Fest: Explore Sardinian Traditions
In Sardinia, autumn never tiptoes in quietly. It arrives with music, fire, and open doors. This is the season of the Cortes Apertas Autumn Event, when villag…
Explore the Mystique of Temple of Antas
Discover the Temple of Antas in a tranquil valley: Roman grace over Punic roots, travel tips and nearby mining coast highlights invite you to explore.
Discover Excitement at Porto Pollo Beach
Ride the Mistral at Porto Pollo Beach: twin bays for kitesurf and windsurf, lessons, lively beach bars, easy access from Palau—come explore.
Alghero Bosa - Sardinia’s Most Scenic Coastal Drive
Some roads simply connect places — and then there are roads that tell stories. The 49 kilometers between Alghero and Bosa are one of those tales: a ribbon of…
The Flamingos of Olbia - When and Where to See Them
Discover the flamingos of Olbia: best times, top wetlands, respectful viewing and photo tips—plan serene sunrise encounters and explore nearby lagoons.
Public Transportation
Everyone told me I’d need a car. They were wrong. The buses in Olbia are cleaner than my hotel room.” If you’re flying into Olbia and planning to explore Sar…