Holidays to Malta

Malta is a small island in the Mediterranean Sea, located south of the larger island of Sicily. The island has a rich history, particularly as a naval stronghold, and is home to the oldest free-standing structures in the world.

Malta is becoming more popular as a holiday destination, described by travelsupermarket.com as having “great hotels and resorts but relatively few beaches which many families go for” And with a wide variety of things to see and do on the island, from exploring ancient monuments to relaxing on white sandy beaches and enjoying the Mediterranean climate, Malta holidays offer a lot of choice, with something to offer every type of tourist.

travelsupermarket.com offers advice as to ideas of things to do during your visit to the historic island:

• Visit the Megalithic Temples

Malta is famous as being the home of the oldest free-standing structures on Earth, and guided tours of sites such as Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra in the south of the island are a popular tourist draw, giving you the chance to explore ancient Neolithic structures and gain an insight into the history of the islands’ early inhabitants.

• Explore a film set theme park

Malta acted as the backdrop for the 1980 film Popeye, and the set now plays host to the Sweethaven Village theme park.

What was once a film set has now been transformed into a family theme park, with a variety of attractions and live action shows with a nautical twist for the whole family to explore and enjoy.

• Snap happy on a photography tour

Malta is famous for having a vast array of beautiful scenery all around the island, and one of the most popular methods of exploring is to embark on a tour with your camera.

Picturesque coastlines and ancient structures await budding photographers of all abilities, as well as a range of historical architecture in the capital city Valletta, cities such as Sliema and Mdina, and the island’s largest city – Birkirkara.

These tours allow you the chance to explore Malta at your own pace, as well as giving you the opportunity to photograph some of the most picturesque scenery in the world.

• Go swimming in the Blue Grotto

The coast of Malta is known for its rich azure waters, which are popular amongst scuba divers and boat tours. One of the most popular attractions is the Blue Grotto, which lies in an archipelago off the southern coastline.

Boat trips frequently stop at this idyllic location, with tourists eager to catch a glimpse of the beautiful blue waters as the sunlight peeks in from the cave mouth, illuminating the cave with beautiful blue hues.

Whether you’re looking to relax on white sandy beaches, explore ancient landscapes or take in the coastline from a boat trip, you’ll find plenty of ways to relax on the island of Malta.

Author: David Collins