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Some Things to See and Do in Malta
In Malta, you'll explore 7000 years of history yet live passionately in the present. You'll span the millennia with an astonishing array of things to discover. And wherever you go, the Islands' scenery and architecture provide a spectacular backdrop. The colors are striking. Honey-colored stone against the deepest of Mediterranean blues. The Maltese Islands have been described as one big open-air museum. What makes them unique is that so much of their past is visible today. Delve into the Islands' mysterious prehistory, retrace the footsteps of St Paul or see where the Knights of St John defended Christendom. But Malta is no regular museum. Here life is lived to the full, so make time for some living history and action. Visit locations where Oscar-winning blockbusters were filmed or go off the beaten track into ancient villages. Marvel at the fireworks and revelry of the summertime fiestas and enjoy a packed calendar of events all year round.

Malta is holidaying as the mood takes you.  And with near year-round sun, you can indulge in outdoor living at its best.
In just 48 hours and a kilometer or two, you can try a new sport, laze on an island cruise and tour the most important historic sites.  And still have time to join in the nightlife. That’s the real advantage of a stay here.

The Islands offer plenty of specialist holidays for those seeking to learn a new skill, discover history or get fit. If you’re interested in sports, we cater as much for the seasoned enthusiast as the casual first-timer. Malta has fitness and spa facilities at the luxury hotels and club resorts.  Sea and land lend themselves to activities from rock-climbing to gentle rambling.

Visit during special times like summer fiesta season, Easter and carnival and you’ll never be stuck for what to do – simply join the crowd for some fun. 

The above information was supplied by www.visitmalta.com.

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Cities and Towns in Malta
There is modern, urban living at its fastest with cafés, nightlife, clubs and restaurants. Then there are unique baroque towns and cities, sleepy villages and bustling fishing ports. There are places in which to live it up, or while away time.  Malta is to enjoy life at its simplest one day and at its most cosmopolitan the next. However short your stay, it’s possible to have a taste of Island life from traditional villages to urban resorts.   

Malta’s capital, the World Heritage City Valletta, and the medieval fortified towns of Mdina and Cittadella, Gozo, are the Islands' historical highlights. Sliema, Bugibba, Qawra and St Julian's in Malta and Marsalforn and Xlendi in Gozo are the main resorts. They bustle with activity, and not just in summer. 

Valletta is a cornucopia of European art and architecture. This city of the Knights remains virtually intact.  Its streets flanked by palaces and tiny, old-world shops.   Across Grand Harbor lie the Three Cities of Senglea, Cospicua and Vittoriosa. Older than Valletta, they offer a fascinating insight into the Islands’ maritime fortunes.

The southern fishing village of Marsaxlokk and neighboring resort town of Marsascala are also worth a visit.

With little effort, just a desire to explore, you’ll find inland towns and villages with character and treasures of their own.  Churches reveal masterpieces by the artists to the Knights while each village square is a slice of history, its café-bar the hub of rural life.  

The above information was supplied by www.visitmalta.com.

British Airways (ba.com) flies between Malta and London.

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Suggestions for Accommodations in Malta
The Maltese Islands have accommodation to suit all tastes and seasons. Whether you're seeking a suitable venue for a family holiday, a quiet hideaway, or a hotel that can provide everything you need for a large-scale conference, the Islands can accommodate you.

We've deluxe options with health and spa centers as well as club hotels with a range of sports and activities. Apartments, aparthotels and farmhouses give you added flexibility, while hotels provide all manner of extras from a wide range of dining options to excursions and casinos.

In summer months you may prefer a seafront location with lido and water sports; in winter, you may wish to choose exactly the same. The superb climate and near year-round sun mean that seafront locations are just as much an option any season.

Check the Accommodations Outside of The United States page of Getting Away for lots of great ideas for accommodations in Malta. You will find several search engines along with some individual hotel suggestions. You can also search the links provided by www.visitmalta.com - Accommodation Search for Malta and Resorts & Regions in Malta.

 

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Suggestions for Dining in Malta
Dining al fresco is one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s almost a daily possibility in Malta.  Choose from courtyards of baroque palazzos to harbor restaurants and local café-bars.  Find somewhere secluded, or dine in a busy trattoria. 

The Islands’ cuisine is influenced by the people who made their home here over the centuries, from the Arabs, Italians and Spanish to the French and British.  Traditional Maltese cooking has distinct touches of the Sicilian and Moorish.  Look out for rich sweets, pastries and deserts of ricotta, almonds and figs as well as tomato and wine sauces with pasta, rabbit and fish.

Restaurant menus follow the seasons using the best of available fare: from tomatoes, zucchini, herbs and olives to fish like lampuki, a national favorite, swordfish and tuna. International cuisine is available everywhere.  Most restaurants are influenced by Italian or French cuisine, but there are plenty specializing in Oriental, Tex Mex and other themes. In true Mediterranean style, children are welcome everywhere.

The above information was supplied by www.visitmalta.com.

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Some Favorites in Malta
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Interesting Links For Malta
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