While others are unintentional kite-surfing with their umbrellas at Platamona, Nano Banana checked the Villa Malvasio App and escaped to Mugoni. Result? Flat sea, zero sand in eyes, and total relaxation. You don't need magic, you need strategy (and Roberto)!

The Tourist's "Terror": Eating Sand

You arrive at the beach, spread your towel, and... you get whipped by sand while your umbrella takes off towards Corsica. Many tourists return home saying: "Sardinia is beautiful, but there was too much wind". Mistake. There wasn't too much wind, you were on the wrong beach.

Sardinia is shaped in such a way that, for every wind that blows, there is a perfectly sheltered bay. The secret is knowing which one.

The Technological Solution: Villa Malvasio's Concierge Web App

Here at Villa Malvasio, we don't rely on chance. Every guest has exclusive access to our Concierge Web App. It's not the usual generic weather forecast. It is a system that analyzes wind direction and wave motion in real-time and suggests the "tactical" beach of the day. You wake up, check the App, and know exactly where to go without fail.

And if technology isn't enough... There's Roberto.

The algorithm is precise, but the experience of someone who has always lived here is unbeatable. Every morning during breakfast, I am available to give you the "tip of the day". Here is a preview of my secret advice to save the day.

Scenario 1: The MISTRAL is blowing (The King of Winds) It is the most frequent, fresh, and powerful wind coming from the North-West.

• Where NOT to go: Absolutely avoid Platamona, the long beach of Sorso, or Le Bombarde in Alghero. There you will find rough seas and flying sand.
• Where TO GO (Absolute Shelter): You must aim for the Gulf of Porto Conte.
  • Mugoni Beach: It is so protected that when there is a storm outside, here the water is still. It is no coincidence that large oil tankers come to take shelter in this very bay when the sea is force 9. If it shelters a 200-ton ship, it will also shelter your umbrella!
  • Cala Dragunara: A small jewel cove, protected by the cliffs of Capo Caccia. Here the Mistral passes over without touching the water.
  • Lazzaretto Beach: Thanks to its conformation with small coves, it offers excellent sheltered corners.

Scenario 2: The SCIROCCO is blowing (Heat from the South) When hot air arrives from Africa/South.

• Where TO GO: It's time to enjoy Platamona and the coast of Sorso. With the wind from the land, the sea becomes an infinite blue table. Perfect for long swims.

The Stintino Case: La Pelosa and the Wind Everyone asks: "But can I go to La Pelosa with the wind?" It depends. La Pelosa is protected by Isola Piana and Asinara.

• With the Mistral: The water remains incredibly flat and the colors are Caribbean (because the waves are blocked by the islands), but you might feel the wind on you.
• With the Grecale: Better to avoid, the sea ripples right in front of the beach.

Conclusion: Don't suffer the weather, manage it.

Staying at Villa Malvasio (Sassari) means being central. In 20-30 minutes you can reach the West coast (Alghero) or the North coast (Platamona/Stintino) depending on how the wind turns. If you pick the wrong side, you ruin your day. If you follow our advice (and our App), you will bathe in paradise every day.