Malta Holiday Information
Picturesque fishing villages, a wonderful year round climate, diverse culture and fascinating traditions; this is what a holiday to Malta has in store for you.
Located in the Mediterranean Sea just south of Sicily and north of Africa, Malta embraces its rich and diverse culture. Just thirty five kilometres from one side to the other, Malta is easy to explore, although car hire is recommended especially to access some of the hidden beaches. The beach resorts offer a superb and popular choice of activities, including scuba diving, water skiing and sailing.
Valetta is the capital city of Malta and offers an excellent choice of museums, galleries and monuments within its 16th century walls. The busy resort of Bugibba in Malta offers a superb selection of cheap hotel and self-catering accommodation, plus countless shopping opportunities and many bars and restaurants. In comparison, St Paul’s Bay offers a quieter existence with a good selection of water sports.
Malta will suit families, couples and groups who wish to stay in self catering apartments or studios, bed and breakfast residences or half board hotels; with equal choice for the low cost and deluxe holiday budget.
Beaches in Malta
For a superb setting surrounded by rocky cliffs head to Ghajn Tuffieha on Malta, as it boasts an excellent stretch of fine sand. Most of Malta’s sandy beaches are to the north of the island, whilst stretches of flat white rocks may be found around the major resorts to the west. Scuba diving is very popular on Malta’s west side. Mellieha overlooks one Malta’s largest sandy beaches, whilst framed by rocky cliffs in a secluded location across the island, is Golden Bay.
Explore Malta
The Maltese Islands incorporates Malta the largest island, Gozo, the greener island and Comino, a paradise for snorkelers, divers and walkers. The islands of Cominetto and Fifia are uninhabited. It is easy to book yourself on to an island hopping tour or hire a boat at one of the main ports. Gozo’s landscape is rugged and has some of the Mediterranean’s best diving sites. Comino lies between Malta and Gozo and is a car free island with a spectacular blue lagoon and safe bathing for swimmers. On Malta, everywhere you look there is a historic reminder, with many temples, palaces, forts and cathedrals. Valletta and Sliema are perfect for shopping, and Valetta is also great for theatre and opera. Paceville, close to St Julians is good for a selection of nightclubs and bars, and cheaper nights out.