The Bluest Water We've Ever Seen

Thursday morning got off to a very interesting start. About 10 of us decided to make the trek to the top of the mountain for sunrise, which meant leaving the hotel at 4 am. We walked outside, down the path, and noticed flames in the brush. After running many times between the bathroom and the fire with bottles of water and frantic attempts to explain to the man at reception what was happening, we managed to put out the fire and went on our merry way. The sunrise, by all accounts, was breathtaking.

After returning to the hotel, showering, and eating breakfast, we got on the bus for a day of cruising, swimming, and exploring caves.

Our first stop was the Caves of Bue Marino. Bue Marino is the Sardinian name for monk seals, which used to live inside the caves. Photos are not allowed inside the caves, but trust me: if you're ever in Sardinia, this is definitely worth a visit. It was stunning.

After the tour of the caves, we continued on to a couple different beaches. The coast and the water were so beautiful, and the beaches were great for swimming. We even spotted a few dolphins along the way!