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Comino with Kids — How to Plan a Safe Day at Blue Lagoon

Comino with Kids — How to Plan a Safe Day at Blue Lagoon

From choosing the right boat to snorkelling with a 4-year-old — the complete family guide to Comino

Blue Lagoon Without the Crowds — Secrets of Comino That Will Change Your Trip

Blue Lagoon Without the Crowds — Secrets of Comino That Will Change Your Trip

When to go, where to sail from, and what to do so you remember Comino forever

How to Get to Comino? All Boat Connections and Prices [2026]

How to Get to Comino? All Boat Connections and Prices [2026]

Ferry, speedboat, catamaran cruise — the complete guide to reaching Blue Lagoon from Malta and Gozo

Dwejra, Wardija, Ta' Sarraflu: the finest hike on Gozo

Dwejra, Wardija, Ta' Sarraflu: the finest hike on Gozo

The Inland Sea, a 2,300-year-old Phoenician sanctuary, Gozo's only freshwater lake, and a frog found nowhere else. 6 km, 3 hours, zero crowds.

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Mġarr ix-Xini — Gozo's Hidden Fjord Where Seahorses Dive and Angelina Jolie Filmed

Mġarr ix-Xini — Gozo's Hidden Fjord Where Seahorses Dive and Angelina Jolie Filmed

The most cinematic spot on Gozo? A narrow limestone fjord with turquoise water, slave trade history, and Hollywood glamour.

Joyride Watersports Gozo — Blue Lagoon trips from Gozo & Malta

Joyride Watersports Gozo — Blue Lagoon trips from Gozo & Malta

The only operator that picks up from both islands: Hondoq Bay (Gozo) and Ċirkewwa (Malta). Jet ski, kayaks, self-drive boats and private charters — all at fair prices.

Is Malta Safe? Iran War, Flight Disruptions & What Tourists Need to Know — March 2026

Is Malta Safe? Iran War, Flight Disruptions & What Tourists Need to Know — March 2026

Straight answers on Malta flights and safety during the Middle East conflict

Sliema Malta: Complete Guide to the Island's Coolest Neighbourhood

Sliema Malta: Complete Guide to the Island's Coolest Neighbourhood

Seafront promenade, shopping, restaurants and the best views of Valletta — everything about Sliema

Malta Airport: Transport to Valletta, Sliema, and Hotels (2026 Guide)

Malta Airport: Transport to Valletta, Sliema, and Hotels (2026 Guide)

Bus, Bolt, taxi, car rental — all your options from Malta International Airport explained

Sailing in Malta: Charters, Routes, and Blue Lagoon by Boat

Sailing in Malta: Charters, Routes, and Blue Lagoon by Boat

Malta from the sea is a completely different experience — cliffs, caves, and turquoise lagoons

Fort Rinella Malta: The Victorian Fortress with the World's Biggest Cannon

Fort Rinella Malta: The Victorian Fortress with the World's Biggest Cannon

The forgotten gem of Malta — a 100-tonne Victorian gun that never fired in anger

Malta for Digital Nomads: Remote Work on the Mediterranean

Malta for Digital Nomads: Remote Work on the Mediterranean

Coworking spaces, costs, internet, and the honest truth about working from Malta

Best Day Trips from Valletta: 8 Destinations Worth the Journey

Best Day Trips from Valletta: 8 Destinations Worth the Journey

Mdina, Three Cities, Golden Bay, Marsaxlokk — all within 30–50 minutes of Malta's capital

Ggantija Temples Gozo: Older Than Stonehenge, Older Than the Pyramids

Ggantija Temples Gozo: Older Than Stonehenge, Older Than the Pyramids

How to visit the world's oldest free-standing structures — and why they matter

St Julian's Malta: Beaches, Restaurants, and the Famous Paceville Nightlife

St Julian's Malta: Beaches, Restaurants, and the Famous Paceville Nightlife

From the calm of Spinola Bay to the busiest nightlife in the Mediterranean — your guide to St Julian's

Best Restaurants in Valletta: Where to Eat Without Getting Ripped Off

Best Restaurants in Valletta: Where to Eat Without Getting Ripped Off

From pastizzi on the street to a serious dinner — an honest culinary guide to Malta's capital

Jeep Tours in Malta: Routes, Operators, and What to Actually Expect

Jeep Tours in Malta: Routes, Operators, and What to Actually Expect

The honest guide to Malta jeep tours — what you get, what you don't, and when it's worth it

Snorkelling in Malta: Best Spots, What to See, and Honest Tips

Snorkelling in Malta: Best Spots, What to See, and Honest Tips

Malta has some of the clearest water in the Mediterranean — here's where and how to explore it

Malta Sea Temperature by Month: When to Swim and What to Expect

Malta Sea Temperature by Month: When to Swim and What to Expect

June: 22°C. August: 26°C. October: 24°C still. Malta has swimmable water for seven months — here's when each month feels like.

Living in Malta: An Honest Expat Guide to Work, Cost, and Life

Living in Malta: An Honest Expat Guide to Work, Cost, and Life

Everything about moving to Malta — costs, jobs, bureaucracy, and what nobody tells you

Malta's Hidden Villages: 8 Places Worth Getting Lost In

Malta's Hidden Villages: 8 Places Worth Getting Lost In

Baroque churches on every square, Sunday rituals unchanged for generations, coffee for €1.20. The Malta no tour bus visits.

Malta for Couples: The Most Romantic Experiences on the Island

Malta for Couples: The Most Romantic Experiences on the Island

Mdina at dusk, Grand Harbour at night, a private sail to Comino. Malta has a romantic side most visitors never find.

Cycling in Malta: Routes, Rentals, and Honest Advice

Cycling in Malta: Routes, Rentals, and Honest Advice

Narrow roads, left-hand traffic, serious summer heat. But in autumn and spring, cycling Malta is genuinely rewarding.

Is-Suq tal-Belt: Valletta's Best Market and Food Hall

Is-Suq tal-Belt: Valletta's Best Market and Food Hall

A Victorian market hall, restored in 2018. Fresh fish at 7am, aperol spritz at 6pm. Where to eat breakfast in Valletta.

Tarxien Temples: Malta's Forgotten UNESCO Wonder

Tarxien Temples: Malta's Forgotten UNESCO Wonder

Older than Stonehenge, a 10-minute walk from the Hypogeum, and almost no crowds. The prehistoric site most guidebooks skip.

Dingli Cliffs: Malta's Best Sunset and How to Get There

Dingli Cliffs: Malta's Best Sunset and How to Get There

253 metres above the Mediterranean. Free entry. No crowds. The viewpoint that outclasses everything else on the island.

Blue Grotto Malta: Boat Trips, Sea Caves, and How to Visit

Blue Grotto Malta: Boat Trips, Sea Caves, and How to Visit

Seven sea caves with electric-blue water, a 25-minute boat ride and the best light before 11am. What you need to know.

Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum: How to Book, What to Expect, Why It Matters

Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum: How to Book, What to Expect, Why It Matters

Only 80 visitors per day. Bookings weeks in advance. The world's only underground prehistoric sanctuary and how to get in.

Malta on a Budget: How Students Can Explore Malta for Under €150/Week

Malta on a Budget: How Students Can Explore Malta for Under €150/Week

Malta has a reputation for being pricey, but budget travellers can absolutely make it work. Cheap flights, hostels, free attractions, and where to eat for under €10.

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Malta Photography Guide: 15 Best Spots for Stunning Photos (With GPS Tips)

Malta Photography Guide: 15 Best Spots for Stunning Photos (With GPS Tips)

From Grand Harbour to the Dingli Cliffs — these spots will give you Malta's most dramatic shots. With golden hour tips and directions.

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Rabat Malta: Catacombs, St Paul's Grotto & the Real Malta Beyond Mdina

Rabat Malta: Catacombs, St Paul's Grotto & the Real Malta Beyond Mdina

Rabat sits right next to Mdina, yet most tourists skip it entirely. That's a mistake — it has some of Malta's best historical sites and authentic local atmosphere.

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Marsaskala: Malta's Authentic Fishing Village That Most Tourists Miss

Marsaskala: Malta's Authentic Fishing Village That Most Tourists Miss

Marsaskala is a quiet fishing village on Malta's east coast — no big attractions, but a beautiful bay, fresh seafood, and the real Malta experience that tourists rarely find.

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Paceville Malta: Complete Nightlife Guide 2026 (Bars, Clubs & Tips)

Paceville Malta: Complete Nightlife Guide 2026 (Bars, Clubs & Tips)

Paceville in St Julian's is Malta's nightlife hub — hundreds of bars and clubs packed into a few streets. Where to go, what to avoid, and what things cost.

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Golden Bay & Ghajn Tuffieha: Malta's Best Sandy Beaches (Honest Guide)

Golden Bay & Ghajn Tuffieha: Malta's Best Sandy Beaches (Honest Guide)

Two adjacent beaches in NW Malta — Golden Bay for amenities, Ghajn Tuffieha for wild beauty. Transport, crowds, best time to visit, and what's nearby.

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Mosta Rotunda: The Miracle Church That a WWII Bomb Couldn't Destroy

Mosta Rotunda: The Miracle Church That a WWII Bomb Couldn't Destroy

Mosta Rotunda has one of the world's largest unsupported domes. In 1942, a WWII bomb pierced the roof during Mass — and miraculously didn't explode. The story and how to visit.

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Malta in 5 Days: Complete Itinerary Including Gozo & Comino

Malta in 5 Days: Complete Itinerary Including Gozo & Comino

Five days is the sweet spot for Malta — enough time for Valletta, Mdina, Comino, Gozo, and a beach day without rushing.

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Malta in 3 Days: The Perfect Itinerary (What to See & Skip)

Malta in 3 Days: The Perfect Itinerary (What to See & Skip)

3 days is just enough to see Malta's highlights. This day-by-day plan covers Valletta, Mdina, Three Cities, a beach and Comino — no time wasted.

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English Language Schools in Malta: Complete Guide for Polish Students (2026)

English Language Schools in Malta: Complete Guide for Polish Students (2026)

Malta ranks among Europe's top 3 destinations for learning English. We cover course prices, best schools, and total monthly costs.

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Gozo: The Complete Guide — What to See, Where to Eat, How to Get There

Gozo: The Complete Guide — What to See, Where to Eat, How to Get There

Quieter, greener and unlike Malta. The Citadel, Dwejra, Ramla Bay, farmhouse pools — everything you need to know.

Malta Food Guide: Maltese Cuisine and the Best Restaurants

Malta Food Guide: Maltese Cuisine and the Best Restaurants

Pastizzi, rabbit stew, ftira and Kinnie — a guide to Maltese food with specific recommendations.

Malta Beach Ranking: From Blue Lagoon to Hidden Coves

Malta Beach Ranking: From Blue Lagoon to Hidden Coves

Not every "beach" has sand. An honest ranking of the best swimming spots across the entire archipelago.

Comino Blue Lagoon Guide: How to Get There, When to Go and What to Bring

Comino Blue Lagoon Guide: How to Get There, When to Go and What to Bring

The Mediterranean's most famous turquoise lagoon — timing and planning advice to make the most of it without the crowds.

Malta Transport Guide: Buses, Bolt, Ferries and Car Hire

Malta Transport Guide: Buses, Bolt, Ferries and Car Hire

Tallinja buses, Bolt (not Uber), the Sliema–Valletta ferry and left-hand driving — everything you need to get around Malta.

Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra: Malta's Megalithic Temples — Older Than Stonehenge

Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra: Malta's Megalithic Temples — Older Than Stonehenge

Dating to 3,600 BC and predating the pyramids, these limestone temples on a clifftop are among the most extraordinary prehistoric sites in the world.

Malta Solo Travel Guide: Safety, Accommodation and Making Friends

Malta Solo Travel Guide: Safety, Accommodation and Making Friends

Malta is one of Europe's best solo destinations — safe, English-speaking, small and welcoming. Here's how to make the most of it.

8 Best Day Trips from Sliema and Valletta — Malta Day Trip Guide

8 Best Day Trips from Sliema and Valletta — Malta Day Trip Guide

Gozo, Mdina, Blue Lagoon, Marsaxlokk fish market, the Three Cities and more — the best day trips from Malta's main hubs.

Xlendi and Marsalforn: Gozo's Two Best Bays — A Complete Guide

Xlendi and Marsalforn: Gozo's Two Best Bays — A Complete Guide

Two authentic fishing villages, Xwejni salt pans, fresh fish and excellent snorkelling — the real Gozo experience.

Malta Souvenirs: What to Buy, Where to Buy It, and What to Avoid

Malta Souvenirs: What to Buy, Where to Buy It, and What to Avoid

Malta Cross jewellery, local ceramics, Gellewża wine and Gozo honey — the insider guide to meaningful Malta souvenirs.

Malta Honeymoon Guide: Romantic Hotels, Restaurants and Experiences

Malta Honeymoon Guide: Romantic Hotels, Restaurants and Experiences

Historic palaces, private Blue Lagoon boats and Gozo farmhouses with private pools — Malta and Gozo for couples.

Malta Water Sports Guide: Diving, Snorkelling, Kayaking and More

Malta Water Sports Guide: Diving, Snorkelling, Kayaking and More

Malta ranks in Europe's top five for diving — but the island also delivers for snorkellers, kayakers, windsurfers and jet-skiers.

The Three Cities: Malta's Most Historic Spot — Birgu, Senglea and Cospicua

The Three Cities: Malta's Most Historic Spot — Birgu, Senglea and Cospicua

Older than Valletta, quieter and equally beautiful. Fort St. Angelo, the Gardjola view and the best ferry ride on the island.

Bugibba and Qawra Guide: Malta's Budget Resort on the North Coast

Bugibba and Qawra Guide: Malta's Budget Resort on the North Coast

Affordable hotels, the National Aquarium and easy access to Gozo — what to know about Malta's largest tourist resort.

Mellieħa Guide: Malta's Best Family Base — Big Beach, Popeye Village & Anchor Bay

Mellieħa Guide: Malta's Best Family Base — Big Beach, Popeye Village & Anchor Bay

Malta's largest sandy beach, the quirky Popeye Village film set and peaceful Anchor Bay — the top family destination on the island.

Malta 7-Day Itinerary: Day-by-Day Complete Plan

Malta 7-Day Itinerary: Day-by-Day Complete Plan

Valletta, Gozo, Blue Lagoon, southern Malta and diving — the optimal week on the island.

Sliema and St. Julian's Guide: Shopping, Restaurants and Nightlife

Sliema and St. Julian's Guide: Shopping, Restaurants and Nightlife

Malta's most modern area: seafront promenade, restaurants, shops and Paceville. Who is Sliema for, and who is St. Julian's for?

Marsaxlokk: Malta's Fishing Village — Fish Market, Luzzu Boats & Best Restaurants

Marsaxlokk: Malta's Fishing Village — Fish Market, Luzzu Boats & Best Restaurants

The Sunday fish market, iconic coloured fishing boats and fresh seafood restaurants — the unmissable south Malta experience.

Malta Before You Go: Practical Guide (Visa, EHIC, Money, Plugs)

Malta Before You Go: Practical Guide (Visa, EHIC, Money, Plugs)

Visa requirements, EHIC, currency, plugs, SIM cards, insurance — everything to check before flying to Malta.

Maltese Food Guide: What to Eat in Malta

Maltese Food Guide: What to Eat in Malta

Fenek, pastizzi, ftira, lampuki, kinnie. Complete guide to Maltese cuisine — what to order and where to find it.

Valletta: What to See — One-Day Itinerary

Valletta: What to See — One-Day Itinerary

UNESCO city, 320 monuments on 55 hectares and Caravaggio in the cathedral. How to visit Valletta without wasting time.

Gozo Farmhouse with Pool: The Complete Accommodation Guide

Gozo Farmhouse with Pool: The Complete Accommodation Guide

Traditional stone house with a private pool — why a farmhouse on Gozo is the best accommodation experience in the Maltese archipelago.

Malta with Kids: Top Family Attractions

Malta with Kids: Top Family Attractions

Which attractions are genuinely good for children in Malta? Popeye Village, Aquarium, Mellieha Bay, Blue Lagoon. Tested by families.

Zwiedzajmaltepl Gozo Tour: Review, Prices and What Makes It Different

Zwiedzajmaltepl Gozo Tour: Review, Prices and What Makes It Different

Chillout pace, food and wine included, run by parents of small children. What makes Zwiedzajmaltepl stand out.

My Gozo with Monika: Tour Review, Prices and What to Expect 2026

My Gozo with Monika: Tour Review, Prices and What to Expect 2026

28 recommendations in Polish groups, intimate atmosphere, hotel pickup. What makes My Gozo Malta's second most recommended Gozo operator.

Wiking Na Gozo: Guide, Prices and Reviews 2026

Wiking Na Gozo: Guide, Prices and Reviews 2026

59 recommendations in Polish travel groups, guide Michal and 3/4 of the island in one day. The complete guide to Malta's most recommended Gozo tour.

Best Time to Visit Malta: Month-by-Month Guide

Best Time to Visit Malta: Month-by-Month Guide

The best months are May, June, September and October. Complete table of temperatures, crowds and prices for every month.

Malta vs Gozo: Which Is Better? An Honest Answer

Malta vs Gozo: Which Is Better? An Honest Answer

Malta or Gozo — the most common question in Malta travel groups. Here's an honest answer after three visits to both islands.

Piggy Tours Gozo: Guide, Prices and Reviews 2026

Piggy Tours Gozo: Guide, Prices and Reviews 2026

Piggy Tours: €65/person with lunch, groups of max 12, hotel pickup, Polish and English guide. Complete review from tourists.

Gozo Beaches: Ramla Bay, Xlendi, San Blas and More

Gozo Beaches: Ramla Bay, Xlendi, San Blas and More

Ramla Bay with orange sand, rocky Xlendi, hidden San Blas. Where to swim on Gozo — ranked by tourists who've been there.

Malta Bus Tickets: Tallinja Prices, Cards and Money-Saving Tips 2026

Malta Bus Tickets: Tallinja Prices, Cards and Money-Saving Tips 2026

Everything about Malta's Tallinja bus tickets: prices, cards, the app, the sharing trick, and where to buy. All verified by tourists.

Car Hire in Malta and Gozo: What You Really Need to Know

Car Hire in Malta and Gozo: What You Really Need to Know

Left-hand traffic, narrow roads, deposits, local hire companies and parking in Valletta. What tourists actually say when they get back.

Malta in Winter: Why Off-Season Is One of the Best Decisions You'll Make

Malta in Winter: Why Off-Season Is One of the Best Decisions You'll Make

Cheap flights, empty attractions, December swimming and Blue Lagoon to yourself. What tourists have discovered about winter Malta.

Best Gozo Tours 2026: Ranked by Tourists

Best Gozo Tours 2026: Ranked by Tourists

Wiking Na Gozo, My Gozo, Hop-on Hop-off and 3 more options. What the 98,000-member Malta travel community recommends.

Malta for Seniors: The 60+ Travel Guide

Malta for Seniors: The 60+ Travel Guide

Is Malta good for older travellers? A retired couple's 7-day solo trip with 503 reactions gives the answer: absolutely yes.

Comino and Blue Lagoon: Complete Guide 2026

Comino and Blue Lagoon: Complete Guide 2026

Malta's most photographed spot — but only magical if you go at the right time. Everything you need to know.

Malta Transport Guide: Buses, Bolt, Ferry and Hop-on Hop-off

Malta Transport Guide: Buses, Bolt, Ferry and Hop-on Hop-off

Complete guide to getting around Malta and Gozo: Tallinja buses with prices, Bolt instead of Uber, the Gozo ferry, and hop-on hop-off.

Best Gozo Tours: Ranking Based on 500+ Real Reviews

Best Gozo Tours: Ranking Based on 500+ Real Reviews

Which Gozo tour operator is actually the best? Real rankings based on community recommendations — not advertising.

First Time in Malta: Complete Guide 2026

First Time in Malta: Complete Guide 2026

Everything you need to know before your first visit to Malta — accommodation, transport, tours, budget. Based on 500+ real tourist reviews.

Malta Without English — Can You Manage? (Yes, Here's How)

Malta Without English — Can You Manage? (Yes, Here's How)

Many Poles skip Malta because of the language barrier. They're wrong. Here's the story of two retirees who navigated 7 days without a word of English.

Gozo with Kids: The Family Guide (Tested by Polish Parents)

Gozo with Kids: The Family Guide (Tested by Polish Parents)

Which Gozo tours work with small children? Real advice from Polish families — operators, attractions and what actually works.

How Much Does a Day Trip to Gozo Cost? 2026 Budget Guide

How Much Does a Day Trip to Gozo Cost? 2026 Budget Guide

Real prices for Gozo in 2026: ferry, guided tours, lunch, car hire. All based on actual tourist reports.

Gozo Food Guide: What to Eat and the Best Culinary Tours

Gozo Food Guide: What to Eat and the Best Culinary Tours

Gozo tastes different from Malta. Rabbit in wine, oven-fresh ftira, wine from family producers. Here's what to eat and where.

Gozo: Guided Tour or Self-Guided? What 500+ Poles Say

Gozo: Guided Tour or Self-Guided? What 500+ Poles Say

The biggest dilemma for Polish tourists in Malta. Here's what hundreds of people who've done both say.

Malta's 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: What You Need to Know

Malta's 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: What You Need to Know

Malta is tiny — but it punches above its weight with three UNESCO listings. None of them are just 'old stones'.

Mdina by Night — When Silence Is Deafening

Mdina by Night — When Silence Is Deafening

By day — crowds and megaphones. After 7pm — empty streets, gas lamps and silence loud enough to hear your own heartbeat.

Fort Saint Angelo — The Fortress Where Malta Stood or Fell

Fort Saint Angelo — The Fortress Where Malta Stood or Fell

Visible from Valletta, standing on Birgu's promontory. One of the most significant fortresses in European history and one of Malta's finest preserved sites.

Maltese Street Food — Food for the Working People

Maltese Street Food — Food for the Working People

Pastizzi, ftira, imqaret, hobz biz-zejt. Maltese street food is not artisanal burgers. It is food that has fed a nation for centuries.

Victoria — The Heart of Gozo That Never Sleeps

Victoria — The Heart of Gozo That Never Sleeps

Capital of Gozo and centre of everything. It-Tokk market square, cafes, bakeries and the Citadel on the hill. How to know the city, not just see it.

Rabat — The Maltese Town the Guidebooks Miss

Rabat — The Maltese Town the Guidebooks Miss

Mdina is a museum. Rabat is a home. Just outside Mdina's walls lies the city where Malta really lives — with pastizzi, catacombs and everyday life.

Gozo Ferry — Everything You Need to Know

Gozo Ferry — Everything You Need to Know

25 minutes to another world. Check the queue live — cameras, vehicle counter and ferry tracker — before you even start the car.

Maltese Baroque — 365 Churches and One for Every Day

Maltese Baroque — 365 Churches and One for Every Day

Malta has more churches per square kilometre than any other country. All Baroque. Here is why — and what to see.

Malta — 7,000 Years of History on One Island

Malta — 7,000 Years of History on One Island

Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Knights, Napoleon, the British. Malta was everywhere and saw everything. A quick history course.

The Gozo Citadel — A Fortress That Saw Everything

The Gozo Citadel — A Fortress That Saw Everything

In 1551 pirates enslaved the ENTIRE population of Gozo — all 5,000 people. The trauma built this fortress. Today the view from the walls is one of the finest on Malta.

St. John's Co-Cathedral — Gold, Marble and Caravaggio

St. John's Co-Cathedral — Gold, Marble and Caravaggio

From outside — a fortress. Inside — one of the finest Baroque interiors in the world. And two Caravaggios. You must come in.

The Great Siege of 1565 — When Malta Saved Europe

The Great Siege of 1565 — When Malta Saved Europe

40,000 Janissaries against 700 Knights and a handful of Maltese. Four months of hell. A result that changed the history of a continent.

10 Rules That Will Save Your Malta Holiday

10 Rules That Will Save Your Malta Holiday

Malta is small but easy to get wrong. Crowds, heat and tourist traps. Here are 10 rules from someone who learned them the hard way.

Diving in Malta — Crystal Water and Wrecks on the Bottom

Diving in Malta — Crystal Water and Wrecks on the Bottom

Malta deliberately sinks old ships to give divers something to discover. Visibility 30-40m, temperature 26°C. An underwater paradise.

Malta on Film — Where Game of Thrones and Gladiator Were Shot

Malta on Film — Where Game of Thrones and Gladiator Were Shot

Malta is Hollywood's chameleon. One moment it is Rome, the next Greece, then King's Landing. A map of the most famous film locations.

Temples Older Than the Pyramids — Malta Has the World's Oldest Buildings

Temples Older Than the Pyramids — Malta Has the World's Oldest Buildings

While Egypt was still learning to stack stones, Malta already had temples. Ggantija, Hagar Qim, Mnajdra — over 5,000 years of history.

Maltese Cuisine — The Complete Guide to What to Eat

Maltese Cuisine — The Complete Guide to What to Eat

Nobody goes to Malta to diet. The food is Italian, Arabic and British all at once. Heavy, carb-loaded and absolutely delicious.

Strait Street — Valletta's Red Light Past and Hipster Present

Strait Street — Valletta's Red Light Past and Hipster Present

The narrowest main street in Valletta. Once sailors, bars and red lights. Now jazz, wine and the best evening atmosphere on the island.

Malta's Fortifications — How a Small Island Became Europe's Fortress

Malta's Fortifications — How a Small Island Became Europe's Fortress

For 300 years the Knights built walls, bastions and forts. They feared the Ottomans, pirates and the French. Today we have the finest backdrops in Europe.

Knights of Malta — Warriors, Hospitallers and Pirates

Knights of Malta — Warriors, Hospitallers and Pirates

Without the Knights there is no Malta as we know it. For 268 years they turned a bare rock into a fortress all of Europe feared. Then Napoleon took everything in 6 days.

Maltese Wine — A Revolution Worth Discovering

Maltese Wine — A Revolution Worth Discovering

20 years ago Maltese wine was a joke. Today it is something else entirely. Here is what to know before visiting a winery.

St. Paul's Bay — Where the Apostle Was Shipwrecked

St. Paul's Bay — Where the Apostle Was Shipwrecked

Year 60 AD, a storm, 276 people on a ship, and a snake that did not kill. How the apostle ended up on Malta — and what it means today.

Gozo — The Green Island for Those Who Want Something Different

Gozo — The Green Island for Those Who Want Something Different

Go to Malta to sightsee, go to Gozo to breathe. This small island is a different world: quieter, greener, unhurried.

St. Paul's Catacombs in Rabat — An Underground City of the Dead

St. Paul's Catacombs in Rabat — An Underground City of the Dead

Beneath Rabat is a second city — carved in rock, dark and silent. A Roman-era cemetery and one of the most fascinating sites on Malta.

Mdina — The Silent City Where Time Stopped

Mdina — The Silent City Where Time Stopped

Malta's former capital, home to a few dozen aristocrats. No cars, a Game of Thrones gate, and the best chocolate cake on the island.

Birgu (Vittoriosa) — Older Than Valletta and Almost Unknown

Birgu (Vittoriosa) — Older Than Valletta and Almost Unknown

The Knights lived here before they built Valletta. 16th-century streets, Fort St. Angelo and almost no tourists. Malta's hidden gem.

Fenek — Why a Sea Island's National Dish Is Rabbit

Fenek — Why a Sea Island's National Dish Is Rabbit

Malta's national dish is not fish. It's rabbit. And there is a fascinating political story behind it.

Pastizzi — Malta's Most Iconic Street Food

Pastizzi — Malta's Most Iconic Street Food

If you leave Malta without eating pastizzi you have done it wrong. Everything you need to know about the island's most beloved snack.

Caravaggio in Malta — A Murderer Who Became a Knight

Caravaggio in Malta — A Murderer Who Became a Knight

He fled Rome under a death sentence, arrived in Malta and painted a masterpiece. Then got into another fight and was thrown out. Netflix-ready.

Grand Master's Palace — Where Napoleon Stole Everything

Grand Master's Palace — Where Napoleon Stole Everything

The seat of power for 400 years. Knights, Napoleon, President. An armoury with 5,000 pieces and tapestries that make your head spin.

Upper Barrakka Gardens — The Best View in Valletta

Upper Barrakka Gardens — The Best View in Valletta

Grand Harbour from above, cannons firing at noon, and a €1 lift. One of the finest free views in Europe.

Valletta — A Museum Without a Roof

Valletta — A Museum Without a Roof

An entire UNESCO World Heritage city. One square kilometre packed with history, gold, and extraordinary views.

Malta: First-Time Visitor Survival Guide

Malta: First-Time Visitor Survival Guide

Guidebooks show you pretty pictures. Here is how it actually works. A list of things you should not miss before your flight.

Malta Top Attractions — What Is Worth It (and What You Can Skip)

Malta Top Attractions — What Is Worth It (and What You Can Skip)

The sightseeing list is long. The list of places you will actually remember is shorter. Here it is.

Malta Festivals and Events — When the Island Goes Wild

Malta Festivals and Events — When the Island Goes Wild

Every village has its patron saint. And once a year throws a party like there is no tomorrow. Here is what you need to see.

Where to Stay in Malta: An Honest Area Guide

Where to Stay in Malta: An Honest Area Guide

Choose the wrong base and you'll be stuck in traffic or bored stiff. Here's how to pick the right neighbourhood.

Malta Prices 2026 — How Much Should You Budget?

Malta Prices 2026 — How Much Should You Budget?

Malta is no longer cheap. But it is cheaper than Italy. Here is a realistic price guide for 2026.

Where to Eat in Malta (Without Going Broke)

Where to Eat in Malta (Without Going Broke)

Skip the tourist traps. Here are the places where locals actually eat — stomach-tested and approved.

Malta Beaches: Where Is the Sand? (It Is Not Obvious)

Malta Beaches: Where Is the Sand? (It Is Not Obvious)

Looking for a dream beach? You might be surprised. Malta is mostly rocks — but sand does exist if you know where to look.

UNESCO Sites in Malta — What's Worth Seeing

UNESCO Sites in Malta — What's Worth Seeing

Three World Heritage entries on a tiny island — a guide to Malta's UNESCO treasures

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Maltese Street Food — From Pastizzi to Ftira and Beyond

Maltese Street Food — From Pastizzi to Ftira and Beyond

The complete guide to what Maltese people eat on the street — for pennies

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Mdina by Night — Wine, Silence, and Eternity in Stone

Mdina by Night — Wine, Silence, and Eternity in Stone

Maklowicz drinks wine in a city where the only sound is your own footsteps on the stone floor

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Fort St Angelo — The Knights' First Seat in Malta

Fort St Angelo — The Knights' First Seat in Malta

Maklowicz discovers the fortress where the Knights of Malta actually lived before building Valletta

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Rabat — The Quiet Town at Mdina's Gates

Rabat — The Quiet Town at Mdina's Gates

Where Maklowicz starts the day with pastizzi and ends it with rabbit stewed in wine

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Victoria — The Capital of Gozo With 7,500 Inhabitants

Victoria — The Capital of Gozo With 7,500 Inhabitants

Maklowicz discovers the little town that is the heart of Malta's second island

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Baroque in Malta — Stunning Church Interiors

Baroque in Malta — Stunning Church Interiors

Why Malta has more gold in its churches than the Vatican — and how to find them

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The Gozo Ferry — 25 Minutes to Another World

The Gozo Ferry — 25 Minutes to Another World

Maklowicz sails to the sister island and discovers that a 25-minute crossing is a journey through time

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7,000 Years of Malta's History — From Megaliths to the European Union

7,000 Years of Malta's History — From Megaliths to the European Union

How a tiny island experienced more than most continents — a brief history of Malta

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The Great Siege of 1565 — How 500 Knights Saved Europe

The Great Siege of 1565 — How 500 Knights Saved Europe

The story of the most important battle in Mediterranean history, as told by Maklowicz

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St John's Co-Cathedral — Gold Hidden Behind a Plain Facade

St John's Co-Cathedral — Gold Hidden Behind a Plain Facade

Why the most modest building in Valletta conceals the most dazzling interior in Malta

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The Citadel of Gozo — A Fortress With a Secret Escape

The Citadel of Gozo — A Fortress With a Secret Escape

Maklowicz discovers the hidden evacuation tunnels of the oldest fortress on the archipelago

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10 Practical Tips: Don't Be a Tourist

10 Practical Tips: Don't Be a Tourist

How to survive the buses, the heat, and the tourist traps. An honest survival guide.

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Diving in Malta: Wrecks and Caves

Diving in Malta: Wrecks and Caves

Voted the best diving destination in Europe. Here is why.

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Maltese Cuisine: What to Eat (And What to Avoid)

Maltese Cuisine: What to Eat (And What to Avoid)

Rabbit, pastry, and bread. The holy trinity of Maltese food. A no-nonsense guide.

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Strait Street: From Sin to Gin

Strait Street: From Sin to Gin

Valletta's most infamous street is now its coolest nightlife spot.

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Hollywood on the Rock: Filmed in Malta

Hollywood on the Rock: Filmed in Malta

Gladiator, Troy, Game of Thrones. Walk the sets of your favorite movies.

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Temples Older Than the Pyramids

Temples Older Than the Pyramids

Malta had civilization when the rest of Europe was still figuring out sticks.

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Fortress Malta: The Island of Walls

Fortress Malta: The Island of Walls

7,000 years of people trying to kill each other result in some impressive architecture.

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St. Paul's Bay: More Than Just a Shipwreck

St. Paul's Bay: More Than Just a Shipwreck

Where biblical history meets modern tourism. The spot that changed Malta forever.

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St. Paul's Catacombs: Underground City

St. Paul's Catacombs: Underground City

A labyrinth of tombs beneath the streets of Rabat.

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Knights of Malta: The Real Game of Thrones

Knights of Malta: The Real Game of Thrones

Pirates, aristocrats, and holy warriors. The Order was cooler than fiction.

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Maltese Wine: A Hidden Gem

Maltese Wine: A Hidden Gem

Forget what you heard. Maltese wine is now winning awards. Here is what to drink.

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Gozo: The Slow Living Guide

Gozo: The Slow Living Guide

Malta's sister island is greener, quieter, and arguably better. Here is why you need to go.

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Birgu: The Real Authentic Malta

Birgu: The Real Authentic Malta

Forget Valletta for a second. Birgu is older, quieter, and arguably more charming.

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Pastizzi: The 50-Cent Miracle

Pastizzi: The 50-Cent Miracle

Greasy, flaky, and absolutely delicious. The snack that powers the island.

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Mdina: The Silent City Guide

Mdina: The Silent City Guide

Game of Thrones filmed here for a reason. Ancient, noble, and breathtakingly quiet.

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Fenek: Why You Must Eat Rabbit in Malta

Fenek: Why You Must Eat Rabbit in Malta

It’s not a pet, it’s dinner. And it’s a symbol of resistance.

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Caravaggio: The Bad Boy of Baroque

Caravaggio: The Bad Boy of Baroque

He came, he painted, he murdered (almost). The wild story of Art's greatest rebel in Malta.

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Valletta: The Fortress City Guide

Valletta: The Fortress City Guide

More than just history. It's where Michelin stars meet street food and centuries of drama.

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The Grand Master's Palace: Malta's White House

The Grand Master's Palace: Malta's White House

Politics, armour, and ghosts. Inside the building that ruled the Mediterranean.

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Upper Barrakka: The Best View in the Mediterranean

Upper Barrakka: The Best View in the Mediterranean

If you take only one photo in Malta, take it here.

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Festivals: Why Malta Is Always Partying

Festivals: Why Malta Is Always Partying

Fireworks, saints, and wine. The Maltese know how to celebrate.

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Gozo: The Complete Travel Guide

Gozo: The Complete Travel Guide

One day on Gozo is a mistake. This small island has far more to offer than most tourists realise.

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Sightseeing: Top 5 Hits (And 3 Misses)

Sightseeing: Top 5 Hits (And 3 Misses)

Don't waste your time. Here is what is actually worth seeing.

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25 Things No One Tells You About Malta

25 Things No One Tells You About Malta

Survival tips for first-timers. Read this before you pack.

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Malta Prices 2026: Is It Expensive?

Malta Prices 2026: Is It Expensive?

What things really cost, from coffee to hotels. Plan your budget.

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Getting Around Malta: The Honest Transport Guide

Getting Around Malta: The Honest Transport Guide

Malta is small but slow. Buses run late, traffic is real, and Uber doesn't exist here. Here's what actually works.

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Where to Stay: Sliema vs Valletta vs St. Paul's

Where to Stay: Sliema vs Valletta vs St. Paul's

Choosing your base is crucial. Choose wrong, and you'll spend your holiday in traffic.

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Where Locals Eat: A No-Nonsense Restaurant Guide

Where Locals Eat: A No-Nonsense Restaurant Guide

Avoid the tourist traps with photos of food outside. Eat here instead.

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The Truth About Beaches in Malta

The Truth About Beaches in Malta

Looking for endless white sand? You might be disappointed. Here is where to actually swim.

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