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Luxury Virginia - Escursioni in Barca LaMaddalena

Located directly on Baja Sardinia's waterfront, this restaurant venue offers a practical advantage: your guests can arrive by boat or car, making logistics flexible for a destination wedding.

Ceremony
20 seated
Reception
150 seated
Nearest airport
OLB · 50-60 minutes by car
Open season
MayAugust
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.5 /5 · 391

Luxury Virginia - Escursioni in Barca La Maddalena is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Baja Sardinia, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB), 50-60 minutes by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.

01 · In a sentence

Luxury Virginia - Escursioni in Barca La Maddalena in Baja Sardinia, open MayAugust.

Located directly on Baja Sardinia's waterfront, this restaurant venue offers a practical advantage: your guests can arrive by boat or car, making logistics flexible for a destination wedding.

The Mediterranean setting provides natural backdrops without requiring extensive decoration, and the established kitchen means catering logistics are simplified.

What a beautiful day aboard. The six of us decided to pay the extra for the VIP area, which supplied lounging seats, excellent shade and a far less crowded feel, although the boat wasn’t full on the day we went. The snack food served a purpose, with the pizza being the best choice. The additional €10 to be taken by rib to a small shallow bay was well worth it. The water colours and cleanliness were beautiful. However if you have mobility issues this may not be the trip for you, as the steps to get to the top deck are extremely steep. Getting back on the boat after a swim was also very challenging and really needs steps which are lower in the water. Most, if not all, struggled to get back on board. The same has to be said for the rib. There were currents running which made getting on to the folding steps very tricky. Additional steps would help. Having said this, the day was excellent with first class service from the staff. The topping up of your water bottles is an excellent €5 to spend as the heat requires you to drink a lot.

Lawrence Youlden
02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

Waterfront location on Lungomare di Tramontana with direct beach access

Note 02

Accommodates 20-150 guests with flexible indoor and outdoor dining areas

Note 03

4.5-star Google rating reflects consistent quality and guest satisfaction

Note 04

Full restaurant operation means professional kitchen staff and established service protocols

03 · The season

Best held in May, June, July.

The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Luxury Virginia - Escursioni in Barca La Maddalena.

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Peak · booked earlyOpen · typically availableShoulder · quieterClosed to weddings
04 · Hold a date

Check availability.

Select a date
May 2026
Pick a date

Choose a day from the calendar.

We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.

05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

Day 1 · day 01
  • 4:00 PMGuest arrival at Baja Sardinia; boat shuttle service begins
Day 2 · day 02
  • 6:00 PMGuests gather at waterfront; aperitivo service begins
  • 7:00 PMCeremony (beachfront or terrace setup)
  • 8:00 PMDinner service; courses begin
  • 10:30 PMDessert and toasts; dancing continues until midnight
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

OLB · 50-60 minutes by car

Guests fly into Costa Smeralda Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

€3,500-8,000

Pricing varies by season (peak July-August commands 20-30% premium). Menu customization and beverage packages available. Boat transfers and exclusive-use fees calculated separately.

Ceremony fee

€800-1,500

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

€55-85 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€150-400 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Weather window

May – August

4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

Can we arrange boat transfers for our guests?+

Yes. The venue's boat access (Escursioni in Barca La Maddalena) connects to local marina services. Contact the venue directly at https://luxuryvirginia.it/ to arrange group transfers and pricing.

What's the guest capacity range?+

The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on your setup preference—intimate dinners or larger receptions are both feasible.

Is the restaurant available for exclusive events?+

As an operating restaurant, exclusive use availability depends on booking dates. Off-peak seasons (May-June, September-October) typically offer better exclusivity options.

What's the nearest airport?+

Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) is approximately 45km away, with a 50-60 minute transfer to Baja Sardinia via rental car or arranged transport.

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A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.