After this long period holed up in the house, who does not dream of run towards the sea for a dip in the blue? Between quarantine, masks, go out with self-certification, home working and rowdy children around the house, the desire for the sea has grown within us. According to the latest indications of the government, it will be necessary to respect the security: distancing between umbrellas and sunbeds while the regions will take care of the free beaches. There bathing season, one of the major industries of the Italian economy linked to tourism, is about to take off. Surely we will not make the numbers of the past years, but we can swear that we will enjoy it, and how. Italy fortunately allows us to enjoy a spectacular sea and beaches enchanting (12 more blue flags this year) along its 7.500 kilometers of coastline. From the Sardinia to Tuscany, passing through Sicily, Calabria, Puglia and Campania. We are spoiled for choice.
In search of transparent sea and white beaches
Sardinia or Puglia? Both magnificent regions with a sea that has nothing to envy to the Caribbean. The Gulf of Asinara or the Salento beaches are among the most beautiful in Italy and beyond. International tourism has always focused on Costa Smeralda, The Maddalena Archipelago or the Gulf of Orosei which so far have made Sardinia one of the favorite locations for the jet-set. In recent years, Puglia has also carved out a place of honor.
Il Salento it is a wonderful destination for young people for music festivals, but the beaches are also lovely. The Gargano it remains one of the most loved places in particular its most famous beaches such as Vignanotica or Baia delle Zagare. Journey through fragrant pine forests and natural water pools close to the sea. Sicily fascinates with its colorful Mediterranean spots. We have San Vito Lo Capo in the Trapani area or the Scala dei Turchi in Agrigento where the white rock - shaped by the wind and water - blends with the blue sea. Without to forget the Island of rabbits in Lampedusa and the bay of Cala Junco in Panarea. And in Sicily let's not forget to eat the famous fish couscous.
Wild beauty or equipped beaches?
One of the best known and most beautiful places in the Calabria is definitely Tropea. Under the balcony of a delightful village, overlooking the sea, extends one tongue of white sand and a splendid transparent sea. The clear waters are a real paradise for snorkelers and scuba divers.
For those who want a really quiet place, there is plenty of choice. Along this tact of the Tyrrhenian coast, up to Capo Vaticano, there are countless coves, some reachable only on foot, with steep paths between the rocks or along small steps carved into the stone. Also there Campania boasts wonderful seaside resorts and among the most famous among the VIPs. Let's think about Capri or Ischia. On the other hand, for those who are attracted to wild places, they can opt for Punta degli Infreschi in Marina di Camerota in Cilento (Campania). Another beautiful place is the Bay of Erchie, small fishing village halfway between Salerno and Amalfi.
Fishing villages overlooking the sea
Tuscany offers breathtaking views. Two fairytale beaches in the Grosseto Maremma: Cala Violina in Follonica and Marina di Alberese. Cala Violina is part of the Bandite di Scarlino Nature Reserve.
The beach is squeezed between two headlands and is famous for its fine white sand. Moving towards the Liguria, we could choose the Bay of Silence which extends between the colorful houses of Sestri Levante and also has a small fishing port. But there is also the beach of San Fruttuoso in Camogli and Varigotti, in the Savona area. Without forgetting, of course, the Cinque Terre. After this long winter, we want holidays, to relax and distract the mind. So let's start by thinking about what to pack and run towards the sea.
