Porto Cervo is the gateway to the excellent cruise destinations of the Emerald Coast. Head to Maddalena for tranquil turquoise lagoons and wild national parks. Drop anchor off one of the many islets, then come ashore for an afternoon relaxing on a deserted beach, perhaps with a chilled bottle of local rosé.

Swim to Cala Fuili and hike to Grotta del Bue Marino. A private guide will take you through caves filled with stalactites and lakes where shimmering light reflects, creating eerie shapes on walls covered with Neolithic petroglyphs.

In Porto Cervo, you can choose one of the Michelin-starred restaurants, where you may well find yourself next to a celebrity. For a luxurious evening, try the tasting menu at Cipriani, one of the Mediterranean’s most exclusive summer clubs.