Ggantija – The Giant’s Tower in Gozo
On the island of Gozo, in the middle of the Mediterranean, you can find one of the oldest man-made structures. Older than Stonehenge or the Pyramids, this is Ggantija - The Giant's Tower.
The Crying Madonna of Malta
In the centre of island of Malta lies a small neighbourhood known as ‘Tal-Mirakli’. (‘The Miraculous [Neighbourhood]’). It nestles between the three residential villages of Attard, Balzan and Lija. There you
The Mystery of Mnajdra
On the south-west coast of the island of Malta on a large open plain facing the Mediterranean, you can find two neolithic temples. These are some of the oldest religious
An Insider’s Tip for Genuine Mediterranean Dining
It is a fact of 21st century Maltese life that restaurants proudly flaunt their local roots in ways that had not been done before. It’s not that the Maltese were
Revealing my 5 Ambitious Travel Resolutions
Over the New Year, while I was peacefully driving through the hills and valleys of Andalusia, it occurred to me that I had not really made any fixed plans for
Walk about – Senglea, Malta
When you stand on the south-facing fortified walls of Valletta, Malta's capital city, Fort St Angelo ⛫ is what captures your attention. A little to the West, across the creek, the city of Senglea is just as noteworthy.
Wine Tasting in Gozo
One of the joys of travelling to Malta is the trip down memory lane, and across the country, to get to the island of Gozo by boat. Gozo is many
Hypogeum – The Land that Time Forgot
If you're planning a trip to Malta and fancy visiting the oldest prehistoric temple that is completely underground, I would highly recommend a visit to the Hypogeum of Hal-Saflieni in the southern part of the island.
Unseen Changes
I step back and look at the car. It is slightly outside the parking bay which means that, technically, I am incorrectly parked. However, I couldn’t really do a better
The Guide to Malta’s International Airport
While the airport in Malta is not large by any measure, it can be a little dis-orienting to newcomers so here are a few tips for anyone who ventures that