One of the advantages of travelling off-season is peace of mind.
And freedom to quickly adjust your itinerary. In our case ‘sailing schedule’
We decided to cruise to Giglio island. Actually found by accident while Karen was surfing the internet in search for our next hotel, she bumped into this location. We left the car on the mainland in Porto Santo Stefano in a secured car park and took the boat.
Wind in our hair, salt on our skin, sun rays itching and lungs full of iodine.
What a treat. About 1 hour later, Giglio came into view.
The La Guardia hotel was next to the harbour on a walking distance. And for the next couple of days we decided to rent a Vespa. So no need at all to have a car. It would actually be of little use since the island is so small and there are barely any roads.
I have always loved a good sunrise, but in the mountains or on an island, it is just a little more special.
On both east & west side of the island you can spent a day on a beach. On a walking distance or on Vespa distances. One location you must definitely have visited is Punta di Capel Rosso where you will find a lighthouse at the south side tip of the island. It’s a fun drive with a Vespa and a nice walk trough the nature reserve. You will be rewarded with a magnificent view.
