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Visit Malta

Malta has been known as the "George Cross Island", since it was awarded this accolade as a result of the bravery of its people in enduring a horrific Second World War aerial bombardment at the hands of the Nazis. As a consequence, Malta has always held a special place in the hearts of British holidaymakers, especially those of the older generation.

Since it was under British rule until it gained independence in 1964, it still has a very British feel to it. For example, they drive on the left-hand side of the road and still have familiar red post boxes.

Malta is a small island, right at the heart of the Mediterranean, with a
mass of attractions, ranging from harbours filled with fishing boats to
watersports and history galore. Add blue seas, endless sunshine and familiar customs and you can see why holidaymakers have a soft spot for it.

Malta's abundant history can be discovered amongst the palaces and cathedrals that sit in the cool shaded streets of the capital, Valletta; the Dome in Mosta or the the walled city of Mdina.

There are even much earlier historical sites to be found at the megalithic
Temples of Tarxien, the Cave of Darkness and Temple of Hagar Qim.

Malta also has a rugged, scenic coastline, dotted with fishing villages,
rocky headlands and the occasional sandy beach.

Mellieha Bay has white sands and clear waters topped with yachts and
fishing boats called luzzos. There is an abundant choice of cafes and
restaurants. Mellieha village offers great views of Gozo and Comino, Malta's sister islands.

Sliema is a fashionable resort with modern amenities, international shops and independent boutiques. It forms a peninsula with Sliema Strand looking out to Valletta. The colourful array of cafes, bars and restaurants throng with people enjoying views across the harbour.

St Julian's combines the charm of its picturesque fishing harbour, Spinola Bay, with the vibrancy of its modern quarter, Paceville. The cafes and restaurants of Spinola Bay offer a great vantage point for watching the traditional fishing boats, whilst the bars and discos of Paceville attract night-owls. There are well-equipped lidos and a casino at Dragonara Point.

Visits to the wonderfully scenic area of Zurrieq and the the famous Blue
Grotto caves are musts.

Island hopping to Malta's sister islands of Gozo and Comino is easy
thanks to regular ferry services. Gozo's Azure Window and miraculous
church of Ta'Pinu are worth visiting.

It is even possible to go further afield and visit Sicily to view Mount Etna. It takes about 90 minutes by catamaran.