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Get your hands on some Gucci at the marina
You’ll find the majority of Porto Cervo’s shops right by the water’s edge at the marina, next to where the rich and famous park their multi-million-pound yachts. It’s a bit like a hall of fame for the top Italian designers – Dolce and Gabbana, Versace, Gucci, Prada, Armani, the list goes on. British luxury's represented, too, since the opening of a Harrods store a few years back. If you’re not looking to max out the credit card, there are also a few boutique clothing and home furnishing stores where the price tags are more purse-friendly.This pretty little church perches on a hill, offering up 360-degree views of the bay. It’s one of the most popular places to watch the sunset before heading out for a night on the town. The church itself is daubed in a sheet of typically Mediterranean white, with an arched facade and a tube-shaped bell tower.
Read MoreLiscia Ruja's considered to be the most beautiful beach on the Costa Smerelda. It has icing-sugar sands lapped by baby-blue waters. And as it’s both long and wide, you’ve got plenty of space to stretch out. Loungers and parasols are available to rent, and there’s a bar that’s open until late if you stay to watch the sunset.
Read MoreWhether you’re looking for stunning views from your table, live music, or a cheap and cheerful pizza, Porto Cervo has it all. The marina edge is brimming with options, so you get a front row seat to watch the yachts dock while you're eating. You'll hear live musicians in the background as you decide what to eat. Fresh seafood, like sauteed mussels and grilled lobster are among the fine-dining options. Pizzas, meanwhile, occupy the budget-friendly end of the menu, and come loaded with buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes and parma ham.
Read MorePizza, pasta and prosciutto – Italy’s famous for its delicious food, and this festival gives you the perfect excuse to eat to excess. For two days, a culinary village opens near to the marina, with stalls offering tastings of everything from charcuterie to cheeses and jams. Experienced chefs create their signature dishes as spectators look on, and there are cookery school sessions where you can have a go yourself, too.
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