Malta A Trip To Remember!

Weekend wanderings down cobbled streets, an idyllic sense of culture woven through the fabulous island of Malta. Whether you’re headed for shops or a spot of sunshine to break up a gruelling British winter, Malta is a perfect get away spot.

Valletta

Malta’s diverse and cosmopolitan capital situated in the south east, is bursting with baroque architecture, shops and a real sense of the traditional Maltese feel. I would recommend making the most of Malta’s buses to get to Valletta, the bus station is in the centre of Valletta and has routes from all over the island. Check your hotel desk for further information on numbers and times.

When in Valletta explore its many shops, or even head on down to the harbour for a tour. I would recommend going to The Hard Rock Cafe, which is situated along the harbour’s serene water line. Once you have explored the shops why not head to one of its many museums for a touch of culture?

Gozo

Smaller than Malta, Gozo is a great day excursion and a must see on your holiday. A short ferry trip acts as a time machine to transport you from the north of the island. It is very easy to get to with the hourly car/passenger ferry.

Gozo is home to many hidden coves, embedded with crystal lagoons, which are stunning all year round; perfect for beach days. From my trip there, I felt it was more rustic than Malta, away from the hustle and bustle of the big island. It felt very enriched by the history of the island, and a great sense of community and pride could be seen from the people there.

Bus tours of the island leave from just outside the ferry port, where tickets can be purchased, either on the ferry or at the port. There are also options to take your car from the main land or arrange a private escorted tour.

A tour ensures that you see corners of this enchanting spot, with their hop on, hop off service - great for making sure you make the most of your time on this extraordinary little island.