Malta Travel Guide
An archipelago full of ancient wonders and idyllic beaches, Malta truly does have something for everyone. This Mediterranean island is halfway between North Africa and Italy, and as a result has always been a busy set of islands for trade reasons, and in recent times, holidays. This means that the attractions that dot the island derive from a unique combination of different nations and cultures, with six-thousand-year-old burial chambers, impressive Moor fortresses, and classic English pubs just a few of the things that show off Malta’s storied history.
Despite this impressive history, Malta is far from living in the past. The blend of Arabic, Italian, and British influences mean it’s a multilingual melting pot, with the national language – Maltese – being a latinised version of Sicilian Arabic. The islands are also home to some phenomenal coastline, with glittering, azure seas and long, golden stretches of soft sand to laze on.
Malta Travel Guide
An archipelago full of ancient wonders and idyllic beaches, Malta truly does have something for everyone. This Mediterranean island is halfway between North Africa and Italy, and as a result has always been a busy set of islands for trade reasons, and in recent times, holidays. This means that the attractions that dot the island derive from a unique combination of different nations and cultures, with six-thousand-year-old burial chambers, impressive Moor fortresses, and classic English pubs just a few of the things that show off Malta’s storied history.
Despite this impressive history, Malta is far from living in the past. The blend of Arabic, Italian, and British influences mean it’s a multilingual melting pot, with the national language – Maltese – being a latinised version of Sicilian Arabic. The islands are also home to some phenomenal coastline, with glittering, azure seas and long, golden stretches of soft sand to laze on.
Soundtrack of the country
Getting Moore out of Malta
3 course meal for 2: £60.04
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A regular cappuccino: £2.34
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A medium beer: £2.57
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One-way (Local Transport): £1.72
Getting Moore out of Malta
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3 course meal for 2: £60.04
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A regular cappuccino: £2.34
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A medium beer: £2.57
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One-way (Local Transport):£1.72
Soundtrack of the city
Weather in Malta
Unsurprisingly, Malta has a Mediterranean climate, which means mild winters and scorching summers, slightly cooled by the sea breeze. There’s very little rain during the hotter months, so if you’re planning on spending most of your trip outdoors you’re in luck. Even if you visit in winter you’re likely to be comfortable: the Maltese capital, Valletta, has the warmest winters in all of Europe. With that said, it gets incredibly humid, so make sure to always have water with you, and maybe leave the light-grey t-shirts at home.
Discover the real Malta
When you’ve got nearly seven-thousand-years of history to wander through, you might start to worry you’re missing out on the best of what this ancient island offers – or being given the bog-standard sights that anybody can find with half a minute of Googling. We at Orbzii have inspected everything from megalithic places of worship to micro-beaches that feel like an untouched paradise, all so you can discover the real Malta without having to go on a search-engine pilgrimage.
Listing everything there is to see and do in Malta is an endless task, but there’s one thing you can be sure of: this archipelago quite literally has something for everyone. Beach lovers have miles of gorgeous coastline to kick back on; foodies can enjoy the unique cuisine which pulls the best from thousands of years of flavour; intrepid thrill seekers can scuba dive past otherworldly marine life; and history lovers can get lost in the preserved ruins of ancient cultures. All you need to do is decide what you want to do.
Most of the food in Malta is inspired by their Italian neighbours to the north, especially nearby Sicily. However, like Malta itself, the food also uses techniques, ingredients, and flavour profiles from all over the world, including the UK and Maghreb region. Not only does the food come from a unique and tasty blend of influences, but most famous dishes are also tied to some element of the country’s history: it’s suggested the amount of pork in Maltese cuisine was a way of distinguishing themselves as Christian. Malta is also famous for grapes and wine, so if you’re more about swirling a glass of crisp white, then you’ll be happy here too.
Where to begin with a country like Malta? Although it only takes an hour to drive from the northernmost part of the island to the southernmost, there’s so much packed into that tiny space that if you were to stop at everything it would take months. Luckily, we’ve had a little peak or nine ourselves, hopping from attraction to attraction to make sure you get the best deals and experiences – just read ahead, and you’ll see our tips for making your Malta trip shine.
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Listing everything there is to see and do in Malta is an endless task, but there’s one thing you can be sure of: this archipelago quite literally has something for everyone. Beach lovers have miles of gorgeous coastline to kick back on; foodies can enjoy the unique cuisine which pulls the best from thousands of years of flavour; intrepid thrill seekers can scuba dive past otherworldly marine life; and history lovers can get lost in the preserved ruins of ancient cultures. All you need to do is decide what you want to do.
- Food & Drink
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Most of the food in Malta is inspired by their Italian neighbours to the north, especially nearby Sicily. However, like Malta itself, the food also uses techniques, ingredients, and flavour profiles from all over the world, including the UK and Maghreb region. Not only does the food come from a unique and tasty blend of influences, but most famous dishes are also tied to some element of the country’s history: it’s suggested the amount of pork in Maltese cuisine was a way of distinguishing themselves as Christian. Malta is also famous for grapes and wine, so if you’re more about swirling a glass of crisp white, then you’ll be happy here too.
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Where to begin with a country like Malta? Although it only takes an hour to drive from the northernmost part of the island to the southernmost, there’s so much packed into that tiny space that if you were to stop at everything it would take months. Luckily, we’ve had a little peak or nine ourselves, hopping from attraction to attraction to make sure you get the best deals and experiences – just read ahead, and you’ll see our tips for making your Malta trip shine.
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More of Canary Islands
Never has a group of islands been so easily cobbled together and sold as one. Though, drop by even just two or three and you quickly see that no two are the same. Yes, the through themes may be sun, sand, Spanish flair and plenty of it. Outside of that? They are different in THE very best ways. From the calming, palm fringed isle of La Palma to the borderline tropical and lively shores of Fuerteventura, there’s an island for everyone – which just adds to their popularity.
