Maddalena archipelago

We Asked 5 Travel Experts Their Favorite European Island Destination—and They Picked These 3 Spots

"Truly incredible from the water, this cluster of smaller islands off Sardinia’s northern coast begs to be explored by boat. I love renting my own or joining a catamaran or sailboat day trip to amble through electric blue waters, punctuated by leisurely swim stops along the way." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines