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Malta in Autumn & Winter: Christmas, New Year and the Mediterranean in a Different Light
There is a version of Malta that most people know before they ever arrive. It is the Malta of summer: bright blue water, boats leaving the harbour in the morning, swimming spots, long lunches and evenings that seem to stretch on forever. It is beautiful, of course, and there is a reason so many…
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What to Know Before Your First Trip to Malta
Malta looks simple on a map. The island is small, the main towns are close together and you can drive from one side to the other in a surprisingly short time. Yet once you arrive, you quickly discover that travelling around Malta is not quite as straightforward as the map suggests. Traffic can turn…
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How to Get Around Malta: Buses, Ferries, Cars, Bolt and More
Getting around Malta is easier than it looks on a map. The island is small, and you can reach most of the places visitors want to see without renting a car. But there is one important thing to understand: Malta is small. Traffic isn’t. A journey that looks short on the map can take…
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Where to Stay in Malta: Best Areas for Every Traveller
Malta is small. Your choice of where to stay still matters. You can technically reach most places on the island from almost anywhere, but that doesn’t mean every location will give you the same holiday. Stay in Valletta and you can walk out for dinner among centuries-old buildings. Choose Sliema and you’ll have ferries,…
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The Best Restaurants in Valletta, Malta: Where to Eat
Valletta may be one of Europe’s smallest capital cities, but its food scene is anything but small. Within a few minutes‘ walk, you can find traditional Maltese cooking, historic family-run restaurants, modern Mediterranean cuisine, casual ftira, international food and some of Malta’s most ambitious fine-dining restaurants. The tricky part is knowing where to eat.…
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One Day in Valletta: The Perfect Walking Itinerary
If you only have one day to explore Malta’s capital, don’t worry — Valletta is compact enough to experience many of its highlights in a single day. The key is to plan your route carefully and avoid spending too much time travelling between attractions. Most of Valletta’s historic centre can be explored on foot,…
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The Complete Guide to Valletta, Malta: Things to Do, History, Food & Travel Tips
Valletta may be one of Europe’s smallest capital cities, but there is an extraordinary amount to discover within its compact streets. Built by the Knights of St. John after the Great Siege of 1565, Malta’s capital is a city of golden limestone buildings, grand churches, historic palaces, lively cafés and spectacular views across the…
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What to Do in the Three Cities, Malta: The Complete Visitor Guide
What to Do in the Three Cities, Malta: The Complete Visitor Guide Discover Malta’s most authentic destination, where centuries of history, picturesque waterfronts and everyday island life come together just across the Grand Harbour from Valletta. Introduction Most visitors arriving in Malta have Valletta, Mdina or the beaches at the top of their itinerary.…
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Where to Stay in Malta: Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian’s or Kalkara?
Choosing where to stay in Malta can be surprisingly difficult. Although Malta is a relatively small island, each area offers a completely different experience. Some travellers prefer being surrounded by history and culture, while others look for lively nightlife, shopping, beautiful waterfronts or simply a peaceful place to relax. The good news is that,…
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The Ultimate Guide to Kalkara, Malta: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit
If you’re planning a trip to Malta, you’ve probably heard of Valletta, Sliema or St. Julian’s. These are some of the island’s most popular destinations, attracting thousands of visitors every year. But just across the Grand Harbour lies a place that many travellers overlook. Welcome to Kalkara. This charming seaside village offers a completely…