Things To Do & Try in Malta

For many people an ideal holiday simply consists of of fun, sun and sea. If those three things float your boat then Malta is definitely for you … and once you discover some of the excellent beach clubs on the island you might very well explode with joy! READ MORE

Sometimes you do something on holiday that you would never contemplate doing back home. Ironically, this then turns out to be a highlight, and one of the happiest memories, of your whole vacation. READ MORE

Malta has followed recent social demands and trends by offering health conscious visitors the chance to continue their passion while away from home. So it’s now possible to indulge in the best inter-continental, ethnic or traditional foods, then quickly burn off those excess calories before you grudgingly take the trip back home. READ MORE

Sometimes when you go on a holiday to a different country you have a to adopt an entirely new mind-set. So while the prospect of chartering a boat for a day out might strike you as being as alien as taking a helicopter home after a night out in the pub, in Malta it’s a very accessible and realistic option.  READ MORE

If you read through the many wonderful descriptions of the things to do on this site you’ll notice that on more than one occasion we tell you to get in a boat. This is not because we have shares in them, well not all of them anyway, but more to do with the fact that it would be a crying shame not to see the Maltese islands from the sea. READ MORE

If you’re high flying businessman speeding along life’s fast lane, accelerating your career prospects, and making the big bucks, every now and again you’ll need to take your mind off things and relax a little. Alternatively, you might just feel the need to stare at some attractive young ladies in their bra and knickers! READ MORE

When I was much younger, there was an 18-year-old youth who shared the same local pub as me who had a tattoo of a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle on his upper arm. Donatello, I think it was! It was funny for a week or two, but then you got thinking how he’d feel about it when he was 70! Still, he wasn’t the sharpest knife in the box and he was happy...READ MORE

 We’ve all seen James Bond in Casino Royale, haven’t we? Well, forget that, because there’s a fair chance that if you do go to a casino then you won’t be in a designer tuxedo, placing million pound bets while drinking a Martini – shaken not stirred – and with the delectable Eva Green on your arm. Then again, you’ll...READ MORE

You don't have to be a hopeless romantic to envision a lovely wedding in the beauty and serenity of a Mediterranean setting. But it helps!  READ MORE

Have you ever wondered why people frown when you smile? There are hundreds of potential reasons why this could happen of course, but one of the most common ones is bad teeth! They may be yellow from too many cigarettes or too much coffee or they may be more twisted than a World Cup venue selection panel. But fear not, help is at hand!  READ MORE

If throwing some sick shapes to a pumping onslaught of solid tunes is your kind of thing, then you’ll be in your element in Malta. Boasting an outstanding club culture, Malta possesses an impressive array of top-rated clubs as well as an ever-growing list of noteworthy DJs and music producers. READ MORE

What have Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel all got in common? Now, the obvious answer is that they have all won the Formula 1 World Championship. The less obvious but equally correct answer is that they all started their competitive driving careers in go-karts. READ MORE

There are times when one bar just won’t do, and that’s when a good old-fashioned pub crawl is in order.  You may be pleased to know that Malta is jam-packed with a wide variety of different pubs that will suit all tastes – whether you wish to be surrounded by a hearty, rough and ready atmosphere, or somewhere cool and sophisticated with...READ MORE

There’s something magnetic about a TV screen. Wander into a bar or any room that has a TV switched on and you’ll find yourself unable to take you’re your eyes off it. There could be any old guff is on there but you still watch. And the only thing that comes close to having the draw of a TV is a fish tank … because there’s...READ MORE

When I first attempted to drive in Malta some, ooh, 20 years ago now, one of the locals told me the answer given to visitors who asked which side of the road they should drive on was: “Neither. We drive in the shade!”  READ MORE

Winter or summer, rain or shine, (well let’s face it it’s going to be shine for the most part) there's no better way of seeing Malta than without the hassle of parking and endless traffic jams. This is easily achieved if you opt for two wheels instead of four to make your way around the islands. READ MORE

It is no over-statement to say that many regular tourists to Malta first discovered the island when attending a conference. Thousands of people every year come over on business and decide they need to return for a week or two on holiday and see the place properly.  READ MORE

So you’ve just tied the knot with the love of your life and blown enough money for a deposit for a decent-sized property on the wedding rather than on a decent-sized property. Now it’s time for the honeymoon! So let's look at your checklist: sun, sea, beaches, good food, lively nightlife, plenty of sights and somewhere great to stay. Now where...READ MORE

It was Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, who said: “A horse is dangerous at both ends and uncomfortable in the middle.” But for those of you who do not subscribe to this point of view and love nothing more than a little equine exercise, then there are ample opportunities to leap astride a trusty steed in Malta. READ MORE

We’ve all done it! You’re on holiday, wandering along a shopping street when you spot details pinned up in a property agent’s window. The thought process is pretty much the same for everyone: “It’s lovely here. I wonder how much it costs to buy something?” READ MORE

  It’s a bit of a no-brainer really. There are pretty much just the two countries to choose from when it comes to learning English in Europe – the rainy old UK or sun-drenched Malta. So, where you gonna go?   READ MORE

On landing in Malta you would be forgiven if you thought English was the official language on the Island. All the signs and directions are in English, ask the airport staff a question and they’ll answer you in English and the customs people will check your passport and talk to you in English. READ MORE

Most Maltese start swimming at a very early age, often being the unsuspecting victims of a proud father's sudden impulse to push them into the water and then jovially expect them to float. READ MORE

The battles in the skies above Britain and Malta are among the most historic and lauded episodes in the history of the Second World War. They represent a time when small groups of brave young men fought against all the odds - and won! READ MORE

There are, in life, certain hobbies and activities with an ability to take over your life to the point of fanatical obsession. Golf can grab you so that you practice your swing every time you nip to the loo at work. Climbing can become a genuine passion for those who like hugging rocks and cycling can seduce you into its inescapable grasp. But up there with the...READ MORE

If you’ve not been initiated to the mystical ways of golf then take this as a serious warning and before you consider a trip to the course know that it is the most addictive and infuriating thing in the world.  READ MORE

We all dream of being stars in the music world, selling more albums than Adele or Lady Ga Ga and living in a gold-plated house with hot and cold running servants and a chocolate fountain in the entrance hall. It's just one of those things that appeals to millions, like playing professional sport or winning the lottery.  READ MORE

Take a short moment to watch someone, anyone, other than an Olympic standard swimmer, sploshing and splashing their way through the water and it soon becomes abundantly clear that we are a species designed mainly for land use. And yet, in spite of being a mammal with an innate ability to cope in water – when compared to a dolphin, for example,...READ MORE

 People often want to do different things when they are away on holiday. Things they would not normally do in the humdrum of everyday life back home. Things like parachuting and bungee-jumping! But what if you’re afraid of heights? Well, there are always the safer options of water-skiing and coastal diving. But what if you’re afraid of...READ MORE

If you go to Malta, you’d be a fool not to visit Valletta. And if you go to Valletta, you’d be a fool not to go and see the Grand Harbour. And if you go to the Grand Harbour, you’d be a fool not to see it from the water. So don’t be a fool and get yourself on a Maltese water taxi – ride a dghajsa! READ MORE

In these days of the internal combustion engine, the only people who tend to get an opportunity to side in a horse-drawn carriage are brides and royalty … or royal brides. Not in Malta! Anyone can have a dash at travelling in the most serene way possible and practice dishing out some regal waves to the passing pedestrians.  READ MORE

To many generally sane people, the thought of running around the streets for a distance exceeding 26 miles is as preposterous as, well … being asked to run around the streets for 25 miles. The question is: “Why would I want to do that when there are modern inventions like cars, taxis, buses … even a bike?” READ MORE

If there’s one thing Malta is not short of, it is jewellers. There a re scores of them on the island and they are renowned for their excellent craftsmanship in creating delicate and extremely intricate filigree jewellery. READ MORE

Going souvenir shopping in Malta is a bit like being asked to paint a naked Jessica Alba with melted chocolate. You know you need to do it, you’re just not sure where to start! That's because souvenir shops are to Malta what fast food joints are to America. There are tons of them and they are, quite literally, all over the place! READ MORE

The Mediterranean is a major blessing for Malta as it provides a monster-sized leisure and activity centre right on everyone’s doorstep. There are countless activities to be done on top of the water but in this case we’re concentrating on what’s below the surface. Specifically – fish! READ MORE

So exactly what is it that makes dolphins cute? OK, so they’re mammals but they’ve got much more of a fish about them than say a cat or a dog, and you never catch people saying: “Ahhhh, what a cute looking haddock!” or “Isn’t that seabass sweet!” READ MORE

A stoic island stronghold of Roman Catholicism like Malta might not seem like an ideal candidate for gay tourism. So you may be surprised to learn that if you are gay, then you just might still have the time of your life here in Malta. READ MORE

As anyone who has been hiking will confirm, nothing tastes quite so good as the first beer at the end of a long, hot walk! You might be forgiven for thinking though that on such a small and fairly well developed island such as Malta, your chances of finding some unspoilt countryside to explore are slim. But don’t worry, that’s not the case - so pack...READ MORE

It is no great secret that the oldest football league is in the UK as is the world’s oldest football league club, Notts County. What most people don’t know is that, due largely to its British links; Maltese football was not far behind.  READ MORE

Like every human being, Queen Victoria had her good moods and her bad ones. The monarch famed for her stiff upper lip, who was frequently and famously ‘not amused’ was not an easy one to please. However, if you did want to get her grinning like Angelina Jolie’s spray tan man you had only to present her with some fine Maltese lace.  READ MORE

While historically, Malta attracted the prevailing super-powers of every epoch to exploit the island’s position of strategic importance, today it acts like a giant electro-magnet, attracting leading musicians of all types. From ageing rock groups, jazz legends, chart-topping singers and the raging pop DJ networks to operatic singers, orchestras and choirs...READ MORE

It’s quite difficult to get people interested in trying rugby. Once they’ve seen a few crunching tackles not to mention how the scrum is put together, that’s normally enough to put anyone off. The scrum issue is largely to do with where the second row forwards put their hands to bind on to the props - enough to make your eyes water!...READ MORE

Witnessing certain skills in life makes me wonder about the learning process that was involved to arrive at the highly-skilled craftsman in front of you. How many bent pieces of metal are thrown away before a blacksmith makes a perfect horseshoe? How many lumps of clay go off the wheel into the bin on the way to a fine china vase? And how many globs of glass...READ MORE

On a small island where a blindfolded staggering drunk would inevitably fall into the sea within a few hours, if he didn’t fall asleep first, you’d be right to assume water and watersports are major part of everyday life. And the fairly niche activity of waterpolo is one of those practised regularly and with a passion. READ MORE

Think Malta and you almost immediately think sea! Think sea and you think of fun. And there’s not much more fun to be had on the sea than by lashing a pair of planks to your feet and being dragged along the surface of the water behind a speedboat, or waterskiing, as I believe it’s more commonly known. READ MORE

 At times, Malta is a windsurfer's dream. The small size of the island means that when you can't find ideal winds at one place, you can hop back in the car and be on the other side of the island in a matter of minutes. READ MORE

Sometimes in life when faced with things of extreme beauty you seek consolation by imagining they surely must come with some flaws. It’s a bit like thinking Brad Pitt must have smelly feet or that Scarlett Johansson farts in bed. By the same token other islands must look at Malta and say: “OK you’ve got it going on but what’s hidden...READ MORE

Since Roman and medieval times, Malta has played temporary home to many famous literary names in history, from Cicero, Coleridge and Lord Byron to Desmond Morris and Nicholas Monsarrat And then there was the country’s homegrown famous literary son, Edward de Bono – he of lateral thinking fame. All sought help from the inspirational island.   READ MORE