Islands
Sicily, Sardinia, and the smaller islands worth the ferry
Capri Day Trip: How to Do It Right From Naples or Sorrento
Ferries from Naples reach Capri in about 50 minutes, with up to 17 daily departures in high season. Here's how to time a Capri day trip, including whether the Blue Grotto is worth the extra stop.
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Getting to Sardinia: Ferries, Flights, and Which Port
The Civitavecchia to Olbia ferry takes 7 to 8 hours, not the 5.5 widely quoted. Every route and duration from operator timetables, plus which airport to use.
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Getting to Sicily: Flights, Trains, and Ferries Compared
Flying to Sicily takes about 75 minutes from Rome; the train takes 8-10 hours, riding a ferry across the Strait of Messina partway. Here's how to choose.
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Sicily or Sardinia: Which Italian Island Should You Visit?
Sicily is cheaper and more varied; Sardinia has better beaches and runs 20-40% pricier. Here's how the two islands actually compare, beyond the postcards.
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The Complete Italy Ferry Guide: Islands & Coast
How to book ferries to Sicily and Sardinia (7-20 hour overnight crossings), Naples to Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and Cinque Terre, with real operator picks.
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