World’s first deepwater archaeological park inaugurated off Xlendi
At a depth of more than 110 metres, the world’s first deepwater archaeological park has been inaugurated off Xlendi in Gozo. The park, designated as an Archaeological Zone at Sea in 2020, covers a total of 67,000 square metres. Speaking during the park’s inauguration ceremony on the Xlendi waterfront, National Heritage Minister Owen Bonnici remarked […]
MIA Reports Record Traffic Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels
Malta International Airport reports record mid-year traffic results for 2023, MIA CEO Alan Borg revealed in the company’s revised forecast. In a recent press conference, he stated that traffic is expected to return to 2019 levels by the end of this year. In the first half of 2023, MIA registered an impressive 3.43 million passengers. […]
Our visit to the new AX ODYCY
Yesterday, we visited the newly re-opened AX Odycy hotel in Qawra, Malta, which was originally the Seashells Resort at Suncrest. It has amazing restaurants, recreational amenities, and accommodations with sea views. This waterfront hotel in Qawra is located on St. Paul’s Bay and offers views of the Mediterranean. It provides a kids’ area and an […]
8 of the best places to get a traditional Maltese ftira biz-zejt
The ftira is a Maltese icon, there’s no question about it. Not sure what to expect? Well, the traditional Maltese version is the pinnacle of Mediterranean sandwich making, refined to a tee. This notwithstanding the fact that you’ll get something different wherever you go. And, even if they all taste different, they are always delicious. Ftira is actually […]
16 reasons to visit Malta in 2023
2023 is the year of the big travel revival. The Mediterranean Archipelago, comprised of Malta, Gozo and Comino, packs a punch in the number of experiences travellers can have and is brimming with reasons why. From a Michelin gastronomy scene to 300 days of sunshine, culture and heritage dating back 7,000 years and sporting activities […]
Official Sponsor of Malta Triathlon National Athletes’ Kits and Cycle Wear
Colours of Malta, Malta’s leading DMC, proudly announces its partnership as the official sponsor of the Malta Triathlon national athletes’ cycle wear. As part of this sponsorship, Colours of Malta will provide top-quality athletic gear for the National athletes, ensuring that they are equipped with the best-in-class apparel for optimal performance. The partnership will be […]
Balluta Buildings: One of Malta’s last few exhibits of Art Nouveau architecture
St Julian’s has been a hub for construction and staggering development in recent years, with residential blocks, hotels, catering establishments and retail stores now dominating its landscape. However, a deep dive into the seaside town’s past shows that away from recent developments, St Julian’s has a rich history, perfectly characterised by the iconic Balluta Buildings. […]
Malta International Airport’s traffic up to 3.4 million in first half of 2023
Malta International Airport plc (MIA) recorded a positive first half of 2023, registering 3.4 million passenger movements during the six months. This meant that the airport’s traffic volumes during the period exceeded those of the first half of 2019 (3.2 million) by 5.6 per cent. This year’s figure also represents a sharp 48 per cent […]
Palazzo Castagna: boosting the market for luxury tourism in the south
Għaxaq is a quiet village in the south of Malta that, so far, has remained relatively undiscovered by the tourism sector. Things are set to change as Palazzo Castagna, a high-end boutique hotel, has now officially opened its doors. With directors Rudolph and Alison Spiteri Sacco at the helm, the historic Palazzo is now welcoming […]
Want to avoid the crowds? Here are Gozo’s SIX best lesser-known beaches
Gozo’s undeniable beauty has made it the ideal holiday destination for tourists and locals alike. Unfortunately, a lot of the island’s stunning spots go unnoticed by many due to their hidden, secluded, or plain inaccessible nature. Having said that, if you’re looking for some quiet time or just want to spice up your next Gozo […]