After over 1 month in the Caribbean, it was time to go back to our old Europe. Reputed for its pre-historic temples, limestone’s buildings, Knights and a strong catholic influence, Malta was my first stop.
Located just at 45 minutes from Sicily and 2hours from Cairo (Egypt), this honey-colored island was considered one of the most beautiful in the world by DailyMail.co.uk (you can read the post here). As the Mail Online says “Malta boasts a capital with one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world, and thrilling diving spots”.
After having spent 1 month exploring islands in the Caribbean, and now jumping to another one but this time in Europe, I just realized how much I love this lay-back or “tranquilo” lifestyle featured in Sunny Islands.
Unlike big cosmopolitan cities featured by crowded streets, stressed people, noise and traffic jam, sunshine Islands are not only an escape from all of that but they do inspire people to be happier! For me, these good vibes and energies are just priceless.
Having travelled already over 40 countries, I admit I usually pick sunny beach islands rather big capitals or cities. And now, well… I know better the Caribbean than the Western Europe (yep, never visited Belgium, Luxembourg, or Netherlands yet).
Once landed, we decided to stay in Valletta, Malta’s Capital, and in one of its most iconic hotels: The Grand Excelsior – considered by many, one of the pioneer 5 star in the Island.
However I must admit, I didn’t receive the best service expected from a 5 star. The staff in overall was not really friendly and looked very stressed (perhaps surcharged by work during Summer), but the concierge, Mr. Fiorini, was a very friendly man.
Limestone Heritage
As soon as we woke up, it was time to get dressed and explore this limestone heritage country.
Since the very beginning, Malta has been built exclusively with limestone giving an extraordinary unique honey-goldish landscape across the island.
Limestone has been used for every single type of construction: from palazzos, churches to residences, which has been predominant across the ages.
There is even a very famous attraction called The Limestone Heritage, Park and Gardens.
Without a doubt, Malta is the Limestone country and Valletta its most beautiful testimony (ok…along with Mdina).
What To Do, Eat, Shop
What To Do: In Valletta, the best way is to get lost, walk around, and admire its incredible beauty and unique architecture. Explore palazzos, cathedrals (St. John Catedral is the most famous one hosting 2 Caravaggio’s paintings), and gardens.
What To Eat: Ice cream and sorbets at the Amorino. For iconic coffee shops try caffe Cordina, Prego, or Charles Grech. To try Maltese cuisine in Valletta go to the Legligin Restaurant, the service was very friendly and I really enjoyed their degustation menu. Others iconic restaurants are Malata, The Harbour Club, Da Pippo, Guze or Caffe Jubliee. Try the maltese wine at Trabaxuxu.
What To Shop: Malta’s crafts and jewelry have a tradition of worldwide reputation says malta-guide.net. Others very traditional souvenirs from Malta would be handcrafted glasses, pottery, basket ware and wickerwork, fine lace, Hand-knitted woolen garments and Maltese buses miniatures or get inspired at CamilleriParisMode.
If you have further recommendation or any question, don’t forget to drop a comment 🙂
Wish you all the best,
Xoxo,
Melanie
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You too Melanie happy sunday
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Happy Sunday as well! Hope you have s great day! Maybe hitting the beach of my home town in San Diego.
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Thank you Melanie!
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Linda a minha amiga.
Obrigada 🙂
Don’t you think that Valletta, il-Belt, is like an open air museum like no other in the world??
Yes! Definitely you can just walk and it’s all about culture and history! Do you live there?
I live in Sliema just 5 minutes away by ferry boat
Go visit the Church of Our Lady of Victory…. It’s being restored and reaching its final stages. Lighting and official completion will be celebrated by November this year. Let me know if you wish to visit a restored palazzo in Valletta. Can organise that for you …A must visit should be fort St. Elmo which I believe is also reaching its final restoration stages…. ahh too long a list
Ohh and before I lay my head on this pillow again…. the correct name of the restaurant in your article is Trabuxu
Oh thank you so much for all your amazing tips!! I will definitely do so! ?? you are amazing! Thank you ??
Your beautiful
Thank you very much <3
Malta! <3
Très cool
Merci ma chérie 🙂
I am very glad you enjoyed my home land 🙂 & thanks for the very beautiful review, hope you enjoy your stay!
Yes I enjoyed very much 🙂 thank you to you***
thanks very much for coming to malta it is the country where I was born and I still am living in Malta and it is an honor for me to come to this beautiful island which is Malta and for me it is an honor to be maltese why don’t you comer live in Malta? 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 😉 😉 😉
I have lived here for over three years and have loved every minute but I miss my family and going home soon, sorry to leave my beautiful island, but I think a piece of my heart will always be here
I also live here and miss my family but can’t even imagine living back in the UK love the island and its people and not forgetting the sunshine x
I could never have imagined it either Deborah Burnett but needs must, I hope you continue to enjoy your life on this beautiful island with my best wishes
Thank you I hope all goes well back in the UK take care Liz Small best wishes too x
Really a nice picture
Thank you Tony ??
Hi Melanie … Enjoy 🙂
Hello dear Pauline 🙂 thank you *** ??
Don’t advertise it! !! That’s why it’s a gem! !!
??? #truestory ??
Am bringing 14 British Artist with me next week to enjoy historical sites and what Malta is about, history and culture.
Wow!! That’s so cool! Yes Malta is incredible for history and culture. I really loved Valletta and Mdina 🙂 you live in Malta?
I was born and bred in Floriana (outside Valletta). However I lived in England for 46 years but visit Malta on a regular basis as I have family there. When I can I always promote Malta as I still have lots of love for the Island and my blood brothers and sisters. I am a painter and believe that my Maltese heritage has made me what I am today. I am taking 14 artists to paint with me some of the places in Malta.My website is http://www.charlesbezzina.com and by the way Thanks for promoting Malta especially Valletta which in my opinion an Open Air Museum.

Wow very nice! Oh yes it is definitely. That seems very nice! Wish you all the best with your trip ❤️

Finally, someone enjoying Malta and not that friggin toilet Paceville.
Ahah Paceville is not really my cup of tea 🙂
I’d like to meet some people like that.
Thank you for the wonderful promotion to our island gem
Thank you ❤️
Nice promo 🙂
Thank you very much ??
Ure welcome .. doing it good 🙂
Jeanine Berkley what you thinking
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Hermosa
Cool
cool?
Amazing
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