Elba. The Island that Is.

Elba. The Island that Is.
A unique solida in the gemo f the Tuscan Archipelago.

A holiday in close contact with nature - an inspiration to live a little better. The Island of Elba, indisputable gem of the Tuscan Archipelago, offers just that. It’s a goldmine of invaluable natural treasures, at your disposal and asking only in return attention and respect. The Tuscan Archipelago National Park is one of these treasures. Founded in 1996, expanded in 1997 and one of the international sanctuaries for marine mammals, the park covers an area of 17.694 hectares of land and 61.474 of sea, making it the largest marine reserve in Europe. On the island, magically suspended between the land and the sea, it’s all about nature and tradition. During the summer season – April through October – the wine and culinary as well as sporting events are nonstop and it’s always the right moment to try the fine local specialities. Indeed, the taste of Elba is made up of traditional and unique flavours, variations on Tuscan specialties…symbols of tradition at its purest. There’s the typical sweet, the “corolla”, which love-struck women give to their admirers, the one-of-a-kind pastries like the “schiaccia briaca”, there are the traditional miner’s dishes that are truly rare and unlike anything you’ve ever tasted, the wines produced in a special microclimate…in fact, there are 12 “doc” (Protected Designation of Origin) wines produced from the grapes growing on this precious land caressed by the wind, including the renowned Atleatico, with it’s indistinguishable taste that Napoleon loved. And now, it is even easier to reach this little paradise. No more queues at the port, no more overcrowded ferries, but instead a comfortable and quick flight to your destination. Elbafly is offering a new high-speed flight from June 1st through September 30th, 2008 connecting Elba with various cities. The Elbana airplane departs from Milan Malpensa, Milan Orio al Serio, Florence and Pisa airports, and connections are also expected with the major European capitals. All you need to do is decide when you’d like to come and discover a world made of adventure, where sea and nature come together in game of enchanting contrasts. It won’t be difficult to find an “excuse” to award yourself a trip to Elba, the gem of the Tuscan Archipelago. Hotel bookings can also be made online…the island is closer than ever!