Now is the perfect time to visit Valletta, the European Capital of Culture for 2018. A 16th-century city crafted from golden sandstone, it’s a charming little place for a day trip or a full immersion in history.
Malta’s exquisite coastline is lapped by warm Mediterranean waters. You’ll find some lovely stretches of golden sand, along with hidden coves, quiet expanses of pebbles, and small beaches backdropped by cliffs.
Malta is an archipelago and the sister islands are perfect for a day trip, perhaps even your entire holiday. Gozo is the quieter and less developed sister island. Comino is tiny and completely untouched, made famous by its Blue Lagoon.
Malta is the sunniest of all the countries in Europe, with almost 3000 hours of sun every year. That’s far more than the south of Italy or Greece! With such outstanding weather, the holiday season continues all year round.
Take a day off from sunbathing and there’s an alluring history to discover. Think Grand Masters, the Knights of St. John, megalithic temples, and some of Europe’s finest old ruins.
The Maltese people are known for their laid-back approach to life and gregarious welcome they provide to visitors. Spend any amount of time in Malta and you’ll quickly succumb to their tranquil island rhythm.
Nature reserves, coastal walks, scuba diving, boat excursions…there’s always something different to try on a Malta holiday.
Eating out is always a pleasure on the islands. By blending a wide variety of Mediterranean cuisines, Malta has created its own style that appeals to almost everyone. Restaurants value fresh local produce, with the seafood being particularly good. As you would expect from a former colony, there are plenty of British-style choices too.
Malta is small, far smaller than people realise. With half a day to spare you can go anywhere on the islands. Rental cars and guided tours are popular, while the public buses and ferries are very cheap and convenient.
Unlike many of Southern Europe’s island escapes, Malta isn’t dominated by tourism. While it does get busy in July and August, tourists are spread across the islands and everyone can find a quiet place should they want it.
