Europe Archives | Josie Wanders

European Churches Worth Visiting

Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris on a sunny day, with people gathered in the plaza and pigeons on the ground.

Every time I go to Europe I end up visiting churches. Dozens of them. I …

Noumea Without a Tour

A sandy beach with palm trees, people swimming and walking along the shore, and parked cars in the background under a cloudy sky.

I originally wrote this as a Facebook post, but so many people commented saying how …

30 Things to Do in Malta

Close-up view of colorful traditional Maltese wooden balconies in Valletta, painted in shades of green and blue. The red dome of a historic church peeks out in the background, adding a striking contrast to the narrow street's architectural details. For Things to do in Malta

Planning a trip and looking for the best things to do in Malta? I felt …

Day Trip to Gozo, Malta

A view of a small harbor in Gozo, lined with colorful boats docked near stone buildings. A large church with a tall steeple sits on a hill overlooking the town and marina.

Can you really say you’ve been to Malta if you haven’t done a day trip …

Is St John’s Co-Cathedral Malta Worth It?

High altar of St John’s Co-Cathedral, adorned with red carpeting, gold embellishments, and religious statues, creating a striking focal point.

St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta, Malta, is one of the most stunning examples of Baroque …

7 Day Malta Itinerary

Beautiful blue water near a golden beach

Here’s your ultimate 7 day Malta itinerary, inspired by my own week-long visit to this beautiful …

Alavits Hotel by ST Hotels, Malta

The front view of Alavits Hotel by ST Hotels, a modern multi-story building with colorful traditional Maltese balconies in blue, yellow, green, and red. The hotel sign is displayed at the entrance, and cars are parked along the street in front of the hotel.

When we visited Malta we stayed at Alavits Hotel by ST Hotels in the Il-Gżira …

Best Areas to Stay in Malta

A scenic view of Sliema, Malta, from a rooftop, overlooking a bay filled with anchored boats and yachts. Modern apartment buildings and hotels with rooftop solar panels border the shoreline, with a bright blue sea and clear sky in the background.

Choosing where to stay in Malta can greatly influence your experience on this beautiful Mediterranean …

Getting Around Malta Without a Car

A close-up of a hand holding a Tallinja card, a blue and white card used for public transportation in Malta, with the text 'explore unlimited travel – 7 days.' The background features a blurred waterfront scene with boats.

Getting around Malta without a car is quite manageable, thanks to its relatively small size …

Malta Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

A view of St. Julian's Bay in Malta, with vibrant blue water dotted with small boats and surrounded by modern buildings under a clear blue sky. For Malta Travel Guide

Planning a trip to Malta? Get started with our ultimate Malta travel guide. Here you …