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30 Things to Do in Malta

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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 is one of the most popular things to see in Valletta, but …

7 Day Malta Itinerary

Beautiful blue water near a golden beach

Planning a week in Malta? This 7 day Malta itinerary takes you from Valletta and Mdina to Gozo, Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto and Malta’s prehistoric temples, with practical tips from my own trip.

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 Il-Gżira, just …

Best Areas to Stay in Malta: Where Should You Base Yourself?

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 be tricky. The island might be small, but …

Getting Around Malta Without a Car

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Getting around Malta without a car is surprisingly easy. We spent a full week exploring …

Malta Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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

Things to Know Before You Go to Malta

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Planning a trip to Malta? Before you pack your bags and head off, there are …

Best Time of Year to Go to Malta

A tranquil harbour scene in Malta at dusk, with small boats floating on the calm water and a backdrop of illuminated buildings under a cloudy sky. Used to help show the best time of year to go to Malta.

Anytime is a good time for Malta, right? But perhaps some months are better than …