Ecotourism and archaeological tourism itineraries in Sardinia: a challenge for Mice

Geo mineral parks, excursions in greeneries and archaeological sites: this is the offer of ecotourism and archaeological tourism in Sardinia, a winning mix to focus on for the future of the island
 

A necessary step for the Sardinian economy future, which is largely based on tourism, is to reach an agreement between the defence of environment and the development of infrastructures for a sustainable but constant growth of tourist-hotel industry. The real bet is, then, aiming at the development of ecotourism and archaeological tourism in Sardinia, not only by addressing private customers, but also the Mice sector, with particular attention to élite and niche events. The locations, that we are going to analyse, are particularly suitable for these kind of events.

Ecotourism and archaeological tourism itineraries in Sardinia "Selected by MM"

Starting from the North, at a stride from Sassari coast, we find  an authentic naturalistic jewel: the Asinara. Since 1997 this island is safeguarded (above and beneath the sea) by a National Park and it may be discovered thanks to organised excursions, in sea and on land, into a completely green key by Futurismo Asinara.

Then, we continue a little more to the East, to explore the Gallura, that is more unusual: in the hinterland, in fact, you can make a real travel through time. Between the countryside and the hills, that surround Aggius, historical village, it’s possible to admire ancient nuraghes. The most famous is perhaps the Nuraghe Izzana: it dates to the second millennium b.C. and it’s one of the biggest and the best preserved of the whole island. It can be also reached on foot thanks to enthralling trekking routes through nature.

From the North we pass to the centre of Sardinia to discover the Giara di Gesturi, a basaltic plateau that is an unique in the world Eden of flora and fauna. For this reason, it’s also nicknamed “Island within the Island”, for its unique characteristics, the most relevant among which is the presence, in a wild state, of the famous Giara little horses. On the park website it’s possible to book excursions and guided tours, even for organised groups.

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Remaining in the central part of Sardinia, ecotourism lovers find another jewel: it’s the Geo Mineral, Historical and Environmental Park of the Sardinia, the first Geo Mineral Park in the world. It brings together eight different areas which nowadays constitute an ecological treasure to preserve, both on the seashore and in the hinterland.

The South of the Sardinia may instead boast the application of the “best practices”, a set of “green” actions and procedures that are recognised and certified by the international organisation GSTC (acronym of Global Sustainable Tourism Council). Merit of this recognition goes to the organisations and the municipalities of the area, but it also depends on the presence in territory of some of the most fascinating naturalistic sites of the entire island. A first example is the Protected Area of Capo Carbonara in Villasimius, where you may admire flooded sceneries coloured by the yellow of sea daisies and the red of gorgonians and where it’s possible to meet herds of Mediterranean barracudas. Other examples are the Marine Archaeological Area of Nora, in which ancient ruins of Phoenicians and Romans alternate with enchanting beaches, and the Area of Chia and Teulada Dunes, that is practicable also with suggestive horseback excursions.

Furthermore, for those who don’t want to give up, even during a journey/business event, the idea of a break on the seashore, here’s the list of the 10 most beautiful beaches of the Sardinia> Read more

Mice and Bleisure Facilities in Sardinia “Selected by MM”

• Forte Village. This wonderful resort offers a selection of five 5* hotels, three 4* hotels and thirteen luxurious villas with private garden, pool and butler in Santa Margherita di Pula. This is a unique facility of its kind, which has won numerous accolades internationally. It’s surrounded by 47 hectares of tropical garden and it’s characterised by a microclimate that offers an average of 300 sunny days a year. Check out the Forte Village news for 2019 >
• The 5* luxury Colonna Resort in Porto Cervo. A resort that guarantees maximum comfort and overlooks the sea, its structure extends through a Mediterranean maquis natural park of about 60,000 square metres. It boasts the biggest salt water pools of the Mediterranean. Read more >
• Is Morus Relais, 4* Hotel , villas and cottages, in Santa Margherita di Pula. The central core, villas with sea view and cottages, with a design inspired with elegance by the local style, is set in a luxuriant park that slopes towards the golden sandy beach. Read more >
• Thotel, 4* Design Hotel in Cagliari. It offers a complete top level hospitality, both for rooms and spa comfort, and for top quality of services and rooms for meetings and events. Go to the site >
• Convento San Giuseppe. An unique location, which is rich in history, preserved with care to give life to unforgettable events. Go to the site>
• Hotel Miramare, Hotel museum in Cagliari. “Payable in Art” is the new initiative that allows artists, painters, sculptors, photographers and performers of the world to stay at the Hotel Miramare paying with their own works of art and transforming their rooms into creative workshops in which other guests will be able to participate.  Read more >
• Valle dell'Erica. A 5* resort that’s set in one of the most beautiful stretches of the Mediterranean sea, between the Strait of Bonifacio and the Maddalena archipelago, with a park of 28 hectares and 2 km of beaches and bays. It offers exclusive rooms, a prestigious Thalasso & Spa Centre and a conference center of 450 seats. Go to the site >
• B Travel. It provides passenger transport services with all types of cars, luxury van, minibus and bus all over Sardinia. It has highly specialised divisions for business travel and conference sector. Go to the site>

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