Explore the most beautiful towns, landmarks and natural highlights of Malta. From Valletta and Mdina to the Blue Lagoon and hidden coves.
Santa Marija is celebrated across seven towns and villages in Malta and Gozo, but no two festas feel quite the same. Some attract huge crowds with spectacular fireworks; others are known for historic processions, unusual customs or a quieter local atmosphere. The celebrations begin in late July and culminate around 15 August. So which Santa Marija festa should you choose?
Not everyone leaves Popeye Village delighted. Learn what to expect, who this attraction is really for, and whether it’s worth visiting during your holiday in Malta.
Is St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta truly worth the ticket price — or is it just another overcrowded tourist stop? This guide explains who will genuinely enjoy the experience, how to visit it properly, and why the atmosphere feels unlike almost any other place in Malta.
Is Għar Dalam worth visiting, or is it just another stop you can skip? At first glance, it looks like an unremarkable cave without any real visual impact. That’s exactly why many people underestimate it or don’t understand why it matters. In reality, it is one of the few places where you begin to realise how completely different Malta once looked. It’s not for everyone — but if you enjoy understanding deeper context, it might surprise you. In this article, you’ll find out what to expect and whether it’s worth your time.
How can a temple complex hidden in the middle of an ordinary Maltese town be among the oldest monumental structures in the world?
The Tarxien Temples were built more than five thousand years ago – at a time when the Egyptian pyramids did not yet exist and Stonehenge was only beginning to take shape. At first glance the site may seem surprisingly modest. Yet inside its stone chambers archaeologists discovered spirals, animal reliefs and traces of rituals that still puzzle researchers today.
Planning a trip to the Blue Lagoon on Comino? Getting there is easy — choosing the right option is less obvious. A classic boat tour, a smaller vessel, the public ferry or a private charter all create very different experiences. The real difference is not only the price, but the number of people around you, the time you actually spend in the lagoon and the overall rhythm of the day. Knowing what each option truly involves makes the decision much simpler.
Is Rabat just a suburb of Mdina, or a town with its own story? Located directly next to Malta’s former capital, Rabat is often visited as an afterthought, yet its history runs deeper and further back in time. Beneath its streets lie early Christian catacombs that once formed the spiritual centre of ancient Melite. Above them stand churches, monasteries, and traces of Roman domestic life. Unlike Mdina’s enclosed stillness, Rabat remains a living town shaped by everyday rhythms. This article explores Rabat as a place of historical continuity rather than a checklist of sights. It is written for readers who want context, layers, and a slower understanding of Malta’s past.
Crystal-clear water, perfect photos, and the promise of a Mediterranean paradise – that’s how the Blue Lagoon on Comino is often portrayed. But what is it really like during the busy summer months? This article combines personal experience with practical advice to help you decide whether Comino is the right trip for you.
Discover why tiny Malta is home to temples older than the pyramids and Stonehenge – and what makes Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra the most fascinating of them all. This guide explains how two very different sanctuaries were built just minutes apart, how Mnajdra’s famous solar alignment works, and why the “oracle hole” at Ħaġar Qim creates its light phenomenon only on certain days of the year. You’ll also find practical tips for visiting with children, navigating the paths with a pushchair, and deciding whether an organised tour is worth it.
On the edge of Qormi stands a modest Baroque loggia from 1772 – the only surviving fragment of Grand Master Manuel Pinto de Fonseca’s former estate. Still bearing his coat of arms and a Latin inscription, it hides a story most people walk past without noticing. What role did it play in Pinto’s era, and why was it built here? This article uncovers the context that turns this small structure into an unexpectedly significant piece of Qormi’s history.