Most visitors treat Rabat as an afterthought to Mdina. That is understandable. Mdina is one of the most photogenic places in Malta, and Rabat sits just beyond its walls. But Mdina is a museum. Rabat is where people live. Walk […]
If you’re looking for a guide to Dingli Cliffs in Malta, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve lived in Malta since 2011 and I’ve been to these cliffs more times than I can count, for sunsets, hikes, and to […]
The Three Cities sit right across the Grand Harbour from Valletta, and a 15-minute ferry ride takes you somewhere that feels completely different. There are no high-rise buildings here, no new developments. The architecture is old and genuinely restored, not […]
Most packing guides for Malta tell you to bring sunscreen and flip-flops. That’s fine for July. But I’ve lived here since 2011 and I’ve seen people arrive in January in a light cardigan, completely unprepared for what Malta’s winter actually […]
Whether a private boat trip in Malta is worth the cost comes down mostly to one thing: how many people are travelling with you. For two or three people, a private charter will cost more than it’s worth. For a […]
If there’s one mistake I see people make, it’s booking Malta in August and expecting it to be relaxing. I’ve lived here since 2011, and I watch it every summer: tourists trying to walk around Valletta at midday, burned and […]
Getting around Malta is easier than most visitors expect, but the right answer depends on two things: where you are staying and how long you are there for. If you are based in a central area like Sliema, St Julian’s, […]
People ask me the same questions before visiting Malta. What to see? Is it safe? Do I need a car? How much does it actually cost? I’ve been living here since 2011, so here’s the honest version of all of […]
I’ll tell you something most Malta travel guides won’t: if beaches are the main reason you’re going, you’d probably be happier in Greece or Croatia. What Malta is genuinely excellent is history, diverse nature, water sports and friendly people. The […]
What to do in Valletta, you ask? Malta’s capital, Valletta, is amazing, and you should take your time to explore it all. This city is rich in history and it’s surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea views from every corner.