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Your ideal autumn trip: Malta

300 days of sun and nice and close

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In the mood for sun but no time to sit on a plane for 24 hours? Malta has no less than 300 sunny days a year and is only a three-hour flight away from us. So when you arrive home soaked from the rain for the third time, Malta could very well be your savior in need. Here’s what you can do there:

So much to do

Even outside the beach season, there is plenty to experience in Malta. You can go fantastic mountain climbing, with routes for both beginners and advanced climbers. Malta has no less than 1300 kilometers of climbing routes. And the fun part is: once you reach the top, you can enjoy abseiling down. Hiking is also great here. A recommendation is the Dingli Cliffs Walk, which mostly runs 250 meters above sea level. Renting a jeep and exploring the island is definitely on my to-do list. You can also kayak at sea or dive to explore sunken ships. The possibilities are endless.
The beach season may be over, but Malta has beautiful beaches. Be sure to visit Ramla Bay on Gozo. A good idea: rent a small boat and wave from the sea to the people on the beach. Nice beach clubs where you can become a member for a week or buy a day pass include Preluna Beach Club, The Exiles Beach Club, and Beach Club 1926.

Going out in Malta

A friend of my daughter only considers a holiday destination successful if you can also party well there. Well, that’s definitely the case here! In winter, there are various festivals, such as the Valetta Baroque Festival, the Malta Whisky Festival, and Karnival. Afterwards, you can enjoy cocktails in Strait Street in Valetta. Want to see international artists? Then go to the Isle of MTV festival, also known as the IOMTV festival.

Shopping is done here

I always enjoy buying something abroad because every time I wear it, I am reminded of the moment of purchase. That’s why I love local, artisanal shops with unique items that you can’t find anywhere else. In the streets of Valletta and Mdina, you will find such shops, like Saliba’s Filigree in Marsascala, where you can buy beautiful jewelry. The Citadel on Gozo is also definitely worth a visit.

And then a bit about the food

Malta offers a culinary mix of Mediterranean and Arab influences. For fresh fish, you should go to fishing villages like Marsaxlokk, where you can enjoy a meal with a view of the colorful fishing boats. Don’t forget the ftira, a Maltese sandwich that is on the UNESCO list for cultural heritage! In the mood for a romantic and stylish dinner? There are plenty of restaurants along the water, such as Coast at Cassarini. If you take a boat trip to the Blue Grotto, this restaurant is a must-visit.

A touch of culture

Visit St. John’s Co-Cathedral, wander through the picturesque streets of Mdina, and admire the Ġgantija temples. These temples are even older than the pyramids of Egypt!