Romantic locations on the island of Malta
The island vibe, secret coves, endless stretches of white-sand beaches and romantic Renaissance architecture on the Maltese archipelago set the stage for a romantic getaway. Now consider an insider’s viewpoint of special, romance-friendly locations in the “land of honey”. Stroll around the Sa Maison Garden at sunset Close to the city of Valetta, but […]
How To Make The Most Of Carnival In Malta
For more than half a millennium, Malta has erupted in full colour at the start of spring to celebrate Karnival ta Malta. Marking the week before Ash Wednesday, and symbolising the last roll of the dice before the austerity of Lent kicks in, the underlying philosophy of Karnival ta Malta is to party harder than […]
Five Places To Visit In Gozo In Spring
The Maltese archipelago comes into its own at Easter, having celebrated the occasion since 60 CE when St Paul’s ship was wrecked upon these idyllic shores. It goes without saying, then, that the Christian festival holds great meaning here, and celebratory spring processions mark the occasion with due pomp. Easter aside, Malta is particularly appealing […]
An Insider’s Guide To Shopping In Malta
From handmade treasures to gourmet souvenirs, shopping in Malta is one of this beautiful archipelago’s many pleasures. Maltese artisans create intricate filigree jewellery and handcrafted wine goblets, while the island’s natural bounty produces delicious olive oil and local wine. Here are our favourite gifts to pick up while shopping in Malta. Local Lace Gozo […]
5 Essential Activities To Include On A Comino Day Trip
It’s an easy 20-minute ferry trip from both Malta and Gozo and it looks like paradise. Flanked by unspoilt beaches, with stacks of history inland and harbouring a laid-back island culture, it’s definitely worth including a Comino day trip on a Malta itinerary. Here are the five highlights not to miss. Enjoy A Crystalline […]
Where To Find The Loveliest Local Produce In Malta
With a diverse history that counts the Romans, Greeks, French, Spanish, Turks, and British as its erstwhile rulers, Malta’s culinary landscape was always destined for greatness. A cursory foray veers giddily from rustic rabbit stews and unique local takes on ratatouille and Bouillabaisse, to flatbreads piled à la pizza and crisp, Sicilian-style kannoli with citrus […]
The 6 Most Atmospheric Churches In Malta
From the grandiose to the tiny, these are the loveliest places to duck out for a quiet—and very beautiful—moment in Malta. When St Paul’s boat was beached in Malta two millennia ago, the island’s fate as one of the world’s original Christian outposts was sealed. In the years following the portentous shipwreck, a growing flock […]
A Guide to Traditional Maltese Cuisine
Malta is at a crossroads in the Mediterranean. It’s an easy 50 miles or so off the coast of Sicily, not much further from the Maghreb, and flanked more distantly by the Middle East. The influence of its surrounding neighbours can be felt most strongly in its menus. Maltese cuisine is also heavily seasoned with […]
The Five Most Magnificent Forts In Malta
Over the centuries, Malta has weathered its fair share of drama. It has been invaded, occupied, and fought over by land, sea and air. While finally left in peace to enjoy its lovely climes and idyllic location, evidence of the country’s military past can be found across the archipelago in the form of fortified structures. […]
The Perfect One-Day Itinerary In Malta
Malta cliffs © iStock/Polychronis Giannakakis The wealth of Instagram-worthy beaches are more than enough to fill a day in Malta. Throw in the island’s millennia of history, a peppering of gorgeous antiquated towns and villages, and a super-chic capital, and you’ll soon have a packed itinerary. However, it’s all very doable—especially if you have a […]