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Ponza, Italy: Real Costs + Closed Beach — Worth It?

Ponza 2026/27: Rome's favorite island where midrange rooms hit $300 a night, boat days pass $300, and the famous Chiaia di Luna beach is closed to walk-on visitors. Is it worth it before you book?

🌍 What This Episode Covers

A logistics-first audit of Ponza, the largest Pontine island, a two-hour ferry from the Lazio coast with no airport and a tiny bed stock. We break down ferries, cash-only shops, closed-beach reality, boat costs, and exactly when to go.

💰 Real 2026/2027 Costs

Backpacker: about $130–$180/dayMidrange: about $220–$340/day per person (comfortable near $280)Family of four: about…

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