"Maltese- Deep Down" Malta by nhcram

Malta Travel Guide: 5,571 reviews and 13,093 photos

Since leaving Malta when I was 2 years old, I have been back several times. I still have many relatives living there.

History

Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island supported the UK through both World Wars and gained the George Cross in 1942 for the bravery shown during WW2. Malta became a republic in 1974.

Geography.

Malta lies south of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea.
What most people call simply "the island of Malta" is, to be accurate, a group of islands consisting of Malta, the largest, Gozo and the smallest, Comino.

Tourism.

Malta has and probably always will be a very popular place to visit. It is steeped in history, has friendly people and most of all a very relaxed way of life.
There are not many sandy beaches on the island of Malta but there are plenty of rocky ones to lie and take in the views around you.
There are plenty of hotels of varying sizes and standards. There are many resorts to choose from Bugiba and Qawra in the north East of the island with Sliema and St Julian?s further south towards the capital of Valetta.

The street where I first lived.

My last visit was in June 2007 and I visited the street where I spent the first 2 years of my life. I found the house and it was exactly as my parents had described and I must admit I got quite emotional.
Chris and I did a lot of walking in the area where my parents set up home and where my grandad used to work. It was the first time I had gone back and wonder why I had not done it before.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Friendly people, relaxed way of life
Cons:Not many sandy beaches
In a nutshell:A great place to unwind and get away from it all.

Last visit to Malta: May 2009
Intro Updated May 26, 2009
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St Agathas Chapel. Things to Do (14)

In Mdina is a tiny place that can only be viewed from the outside and through the railings. It was built in 1410. It was... more travel advice

Fontanella Coffee House. Things to Do (14)

It was unfortunate that we ordered the wrong cake. We were recommended to come here as it is one of the best BUT if you... more travel advice

Late night cake and coffee. Restaurants (12)

This place has the most scrumptious array of cakes and an excellent choice of hot chocolate and coffee. The Banoffi cake... more travel advice

Wignacourt Museum. Things to Do (14)

Excellent museum with a very low entrance price of 1 Maltese pound. It houses everything from coins, costumes, art and... more travel advice

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Malta International Aiport
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mickeyboy07 Feb 13, 2013 at 3:50 AM

I like your tips on Malta we will be there in three weeks time,cant wait
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  nhcram Feb 16, 2013 at 12:55 AM
  
  Have a great time. About time we met up again. Will free from July onwards after final exams and holiday.
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  mickeyboy07 Feb 17, 2013 at 1:14 AM
  
  why dont you come down to the Torquay meet in July
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planxty Jan 26, 2013 at 10:01 AM

Hello again Natalie, I hope you are well. I am researching a trip to Malta in the near future and you page has been most useful, especially the retaurant tips. Thanks very much. fergy.
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  planxty Feb 15, 2013 at 1:21 PM
  
  Great, I am writing this reply in a bar in St. Julian as my apartment does not have internet. The weather is garbage but I am really enjoying myself here. I went to Bugibbia today, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. You will love Thailand, it is one of the best countries on the planet. Keep in touch, fergy.
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  nhcram Feb 15, 2013 at 3:20 PM
  
  Shame about the weather. That is something we sadly cannot change! Enjoy the rest of the trip and I hope weather improves.
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alza Apr 15, 2011 at 11:14 PM

Hi Natalie, Your writing on Malta brought back good memories of my trip there last summer. I was moved with you when you talked of Mdina :) Bought a beautiful Phoenician glass bottle in a museum, my lil treasure! Now I miss Marsaloxx... :) Tks! Cheers!
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Maurizioago Apr 15, 2011 at 10:46 PM

I'm looking forward to re visit Malta. Ciao!
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Scoobydoo5000 Apr 26, 2010 at 9:46 AM

I agree. This place is excellent
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zuriga Jan 14, 2010 at 3:13 AM

We are thinking of visiting Malta in April. I'm getting excited! Your pages are great and really got me in the mood. How long a stay do you think is best?
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Nemorino Dec 8, 2009 at 12:18 PM

Hi Natalie, it was great to see you again at the meeting in Karlsruhe and Bretten. Thanks for the info on Malta, both in person and here in your VT tips. I'll be sure to try hobz biz-zeit.
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mvtouring Oct 21, 2009 at 6:25 AM

What a lovely page. Thanks for all the effort ;-)
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jumpingnorman May 26, 2009 at 4:57 PM

The sliema Chalet looks like it has nice big rooms --- you are a Malta expert! That's great you've visited it so many times! Wonderful place! The Blue Grotto looks awesome!!!! Love cakes - so I guess I'll eat at Cafe Cordina, hehehe...
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junecorlett May 26, 2009 at 5:42 AM

Beautiful Malta - yummy food too!