Malta is a feast to the eye and a tug on the heart.
– Paul Cummings
With its colourful houses and blessed by almost 300 days of sunshine yearly, Malta is the tenth smallest country in the world. Nevertheless, don’t be fooled by these stats, this country has a lot to offer. From pristine beaches to colourful little towns and a fervid nightlife. Discover here the best Malta travel guides to plan your next adventure!
Why Malta should be on your holiday radar.
I had the pleasure of visiting Malta 3 different times so far, and each time I was always surprised how lovely this country is. Malta is quite underrated by Europeans. Italians, in particular, don’t really consider Malta as a worthy holiday location. Growing up in Sicily, I often saw Malta as Sicily’s closer country. Indeed, it’s just a 40 mins flight. However, I remember that many friends didn’t want to go as they thought it wasn’t worth the hassle. Luckily, I never listened to any of them and had the opportunity to visit the country and have my own opinion about it.
Malta can be small but is no less than Greece or Italy in terms of what it has to offer. First, it’s located in one of the southernmost points in Europe. This means it’s often blessed by glorious sunshine and mild temperatures even when central Europe is battling winter. Second, due to its position, it has strong Sicilian and Moroccan influences in both its cuisine and culture. This means you’ll find some delicious dishes here! Lastly, it has both fantastic beaches and lovely cities to explore. This means you can spend a whole week without getting bored!
Malta Travel Information
The capital city of Malta is Valletta. This is a lovely walled city dating back to 1500 and showcasing some of the most impressive Baroque architecture in the Mediterranean.
Malta has two official languages: Maltese and English. Maltese is the National language and English has been acquired during the British protectorate. A large part of population speak also Italian.
Malta currency is Euro. You can obtain Euro from any currency exchange office or ATM around the country or before you arrive. Contactless payments are accepted widely around the nation, although small shops might still require payments in cash.
Malta plug socket is of type G. Same as the United Kingdom. If you are traveling from mainland Europe or outside Europe, it’s worth to invest into an universal adapter. So that you don’t need to buy one for every destination I visit.
Booking your hotel in advance is more than essential. Indeed, accommodation prices tend to hike up, during the peak summer season. I always get the best rates on Booking.com and I booked here all my stays in Malta.
Safety in Malta
Malta is a safe country to visit. I already been three times without any particular issue. Of course, small criminality, particularly in crowded areas might be present. So, normal precautionary measures are a good practice. The area of St. Julian at night, being famous for its nightlife, might be more subject to pickpockets.
I always recommend to place your passport and cash in a Invisible Money Belt. My best suggestion is to keep on your wallet only small pieces of cash and hide the rest in the money belt. Indeed, this is very discrete and will ensure you can go around safely and without gaining unwanted attention.
Where is Malta
Malta is a little island in Southern Europe. It’s includes also the two smaller island of Gozo and Comino. The island is close to the south of Sicily and north of Lybia.
Where I have been in Malta
Unfortunately, these maps are not too accurate as I can pinpoint smaller locations. Therefore consider them as a general guide until I find a better map provider!
Malta Travel Guides
