Finally some good news regarding airline connections, as we receive the news that Malta is to regain an air link to Dubai from May, when FlyDubai will begin operating four flights a week between the two. This will be the first time that the airline has operated flights to Malta.

FlyDubai will start flying to Malta International Airport from May 12, with two of the weekly flights linking Malta International Airport to Dubai International Airport directly and two others including a stop at Catania International Airport.

Malta lost nearly half its air routes last year as part of a series of COVID-19 related cutback measures  and in doing so, lost all flights to Dubai following Emirates’ decision to pull out of Malta altogether.

Return fares will start from €500 for economy class seats or €2,000 for business class seats. A full schedule of the Dubai-Malta flights is available on the Flydubai website.

Flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith said the airline’s decision to grow its network of destinations reflected its expectation that passengers would gradually return to the skies as COVID-19 restrictions on air travel eased.

Article credits: https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/malta-to-regain-dubai-air-link-with-four-flights-a-week-from-may.847065

This week we enjoyed the beautiful gardens at Palazzo Parisio whilst we chatted with Kristina about the past, the present and the future of this unique palace and events.

Palazzo Parisio, formerly known as Scicluna Palace, Palazzo Scicluna, and officially Palazzo Parisio and Gardens, is a 18th-century palace in the centre of the island.

Justifiably described as “a miniature Versailles”, this luxurious palace with its beautiful gardens and gold guilted ballroom has set stage for many of our most memorable events.

Palazzo Parisio makes a unique venue for corporate hospitality at the highest level.  In the evenings and at weekends the entire palace, together with its glorious and extensive gardens, becomes available on an exclusive basis for all sorts of entertaining and business events – receptions, conferences, presentations, concerts, summer garden parties, charity balls and glittering gala dinners.

This one of a kind property is ultimately where history meets luxury, a dream backdrop for your next exclusive event!

This week we revisited The Phoenicia, a hotel located in a superb spot, just outside the vibrant capital of Valletta on the edge of the city’s 16th century bastions and surrounded by gorgeous landscaped gardens. Both a landmark and a luxury retreat, this hotel is proud to be celebrated as Malta’s most iconic hotel. After an extensive refurbishment over the last few years, the latest addition to the hotel is now ready!

Introducing the Deep Nature Spa, an environment of sophistication and light.

We love the use of materials like walnut timber, marble and Maltese stone that give this spa a modern yet natural environment making it a genuine Maltese retreat. The historical wall that runs through the spa forms the spine of the area through which the old and new sit beautifully together.

This spa boasts an indoor pool, a fitness area with state-of-the-art equipment, a relaxation area featuring a salt room, sauna, steam room and multi-jet showers along with 5 treatment rooms were you can treat yourself to a tailor-made massage or expert facial treatment.

This latest addition is a top luxury service that should not be missed when visiting this fantastic hotel.

Here at COM all our team participated in a course about “Implementing Successful Sustainability”, by Gayle Murphy, CEO of Global Green Events Ltd, Sustainable Eats & Treats and Strategic Roots. This course enabled us to tap into her years of experience dealing with clients from governmental organisations, PCO’s, NGO’s and tour group and event organisers. Sustainability is a thriving new area of business, tourism, events and culture, with the benefits of implementation reaching far beyond the costs of outlay. We feel it is a must for all organisations, events and individuals wanting to step forward into a long term sustainable future and make its mark in the international playing field. When COVID has passed, sustainability is a USP that will accelerate our business into a leader in the tourism sector!

Talk to our specialised team about a myriad of Sustainable Event ideas that we have explored and tailor made for your next event.

Colours of Malta is committed to going green thereby assisting you in organizing a great event whilst helping our planet simultaneously.

Whilst we are truly  impressed by the beautiful Winter days we are having, we are also delighted to experience the luxury finish of the largest cluster of suites on the Maltese Islands.

Edward and Michael accompany us as we view a handful of the 66 newly refurbished and newly constructed Luxury Bay Suites.

All 66 suites boasting gorgeous sea views, fabulous shades of blue furnishings, 90 sq mtrs of room space and a few also have their very own infinity pool!

These suites are all concentrated in one wing and are therefore also ideal for exclusive buy outs for groups.

We look forward to hosting groups in these top luxury rooms and to working with the top management and staff at the Westin Dragonara Resort.

This New Year’s Eve is going to be special for many reasons, one of which is the fact that Andrea Bocelli will feature on TVM for a small concert shot right here in Malta.

The world-renowned tenor will perform a 50-minute production along with an ensemble, singing eight songs across two iconic locations across the island – Fort St Elmo and St John’s Co-Cathedral.

The decision to perform eight songs is in tribute to the eight-point cross of the Knights of St John.

Shots of Malta’s beauty and landscapes will accompany Boccelli as he performs songs inspired by his latest album, Believe.

The announcement provides clarity as to why Bocelli visited the island last month, where he spent time filming the production and bonding with his fellow tenor, Joseph Calleja.

“This small island is a truly special place, like the heart of the Mediterranean,” he told TVM.

The 50-minute concert will premiere on TVM at 9pm this Thursday. The production will then be broadcasted to other stations around the world and online, including Andrea Bocelli’s own YouTube channel which has over 4.3 million subscribers.

Although we might not be able to celebrate the way we would like this year, having Bocelli perform from Malta on our TV set will undoubtedly make the evening special.

And if you aren’t into classical music, with electronic music being more your scene, you might want to tune in to Trackage Scheme x Esplora’s three-hour Planetarium stream on NYE.

Article credits: https://lovinmalta.com/lifestyle/music/andrea-bocelli-will-welcome-the-new-year-with-spectacular-50-minute-performance-on-maltese-tv/

We chose the perfect winter’s day to stroll through the narrow streets of Mdina as we head to De Mondion Restauranrt to experience a one of a kind cooking session with Michelin star chef Kevin Bonello.

Chef shares one of his prestigious secret dishes with us as he shows us his tricks on how to cook the perfect pigeon!

Simply WOW! Tried, tasted and simply exquisite!

We can’t wait to woo our guests again with more of Kevin’s De Mondion delicious dishes in the very near future!

Enjoy the experience and all the very best to you all!

As we move on from our Timeless journey to our next highlight, we decide to tap on a handful of Luxury Services that we are proud to showcase as part of our large portfolio of services!

We start off by meeting Niki Travers Tauss, Managing Director of Esprit Yachting.

As we head down to the Marina di Valletta, we chat with Niki about his flotilla of luxury yachts, the services provided in the Marina and onboard and the new Club House that will open next Summer 2021.

The Maltese Islands are the perfect location for yacht charters, be it a day out at sea or a few nights on board, the array of bays within short distances are abundant and ready to be discovered.

Esprit Yachting have the perfect solution for all our guests, coupled with a luxury service that never disappoints!

The Embassy Valletta Hotel has just opened its doors and is welcoming guests in its 81 beautifully designed four-star superior rooms. The hotel is located in Valletta’s iconic Strait Street and in close proximity to all places of interest, making it an ideal spot to explore the city. The design offers a combination of modern and contemporary features in a cosy atmosphere, providing an aura of comfort and casualness.

The hotel features luxurious and spacious rooms including a mix of Deluxe Rooms and Family Suites, together with Superior Rooms that boast breathtaking views over the city and Marsamxett Harbour. An energising breakfast is served on the hotel’s rooftop terrace – a unique space to start your day or witness spectacular sunsets above the city with unexpected panoramic views stretching to Mdina and beyond.

Guests staying at the Embassy Valletta Hotel can also experience the roof top heated infinity pool, which can be enjoyed at any time of the year. The focus of all activity is the elegant, bright, and comfortable courtyard, where one can meet at any time of the day and taste an array of light culinary delights and cocktails. The Embassy Valletta Hotel features excellent conference facilities equipped with the latest technology and a dedicated events team tasked to deliver seamless businesses experiences. Guests can also de-stress and keep active during their stay in the hotel’s fitness room.

Hubert Debono, general manager of the Embassy Valletta Hotel, said: “We want to provide our guests with a fresh and inviting atmosphere where they can enjoy an unforgettable stay in the heart of Valletta. The Embassy Valletta Hotel is the perfect starting point for a unique discovery journey of Malta’s capital. We’ve combined the city’s quintessential charm with a contemporary sense of style to meet and exceed the expectations of our guests.”

The opening of the Embassy Valletta Hotel is the final stage in the complete renovation project of the Embassy building in Valletta. The project has been driven by the vision and passion of one of Malta’s leading architects, Martin Xuereb and his team. They have managed to achieve the seemingly impossible design according to the Embassy’s vision of retaining the pre-existing building envelope and height while at the same time incorporating Valletta’s largest hotel with all its facilities, six boutique cinema theatres, as well as Agenda Bookshop, Costa Coffee, Bingo Hall, Dean Gera Hair Salon and AKI Restaurant.

Article credits: https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/new-embassy-valletta-hotel-opens-its-doors.838484

Walking through the narrow winding roads of Mdina, one can stumble on the one of the oldest buildings in the city that has been run by the Vella Gatt family for over 35 years.. Old chambers, antique doors and a beautiful garden hidden in the bastion walls lays the setting for a fantastic culinary experience in this idyllic medieval city!