Tavolara island is a small limestone massif off the northeast coast of Sardinia, Italy. It is part of the Tavolara and Punta Coda Cavallo Marine Preserve, which protects the rich marine life of the area. The island has a unique history as a former kingdom ruled by the Bertoleoni family in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today visitors can enjoy the beautiful beach of Spalmatore di Terra and the restaurant run by the descendants of the royal family.