DK Travel : Malta & Gozo

The tiny Maltese archipelago, floating on the cusp of Europe and Africa, has been coveted and invaded throughout its history. The Knights of St John (later of Malta) bequeathed palaces, fortresses and the glorious golden capital Valletta, while the British left red telephone boxes, iced buns and a predilection for tea. It was the islands’ earliest settlers who left the most spectacular legacy: the extraordinary megalithic temples, unparalleled elsewhere in the world. Malta, the largest island, has the most cosmopolitan resorts and the edge in cultural treasures, while sleepy Gozo and tiny Comino offer unspoilt countryside and a gentler pace.

Note that Malta and Gozo both have towns named Rabat.

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Blue elephant

Beautifull restaurant and wonderfull thai cuisine located at the Hilton hotel. A must in Malta.
Blue lagoon

If you stay in Malta, visit the Blue Lagoon. This section of the coast is probably best visited by taking one of the boats from Malta (or Gozo). Once there you can swim in the spectacularly clear blue water, or visit the caves in one of the smaller tourist boats. I couldn't keep out of the water when I visited - diving off the side of our boat again and again!
Caffe Cordina

Valletta’s most famous café, the elegant Cordina has a large, shady terrace on the square. The drinks and snacks (which include excellent pastizzi) are overpriced, but the location can’t be beaten.
Calypso Cave

Situated in Xaghra and overlooks the red sands of Gozo's finest beach, Ramla l-Ħamra. This cave is alleged to be the cave referred to by Homer in "The Odyssey". Some are even convinced that Gozo is the Island of Ogygia and the cave to be the one where the beautiful nymph Calypso kept Odysseus as a "prisoner of love" for seven years.

There is a breath taking view of the picturesque Ramla l-Ħamra Bay. On the shore below the Cave you can see the ruins of a fortification built by the Knights of Malta in the mid-18th century to serve as defence against invading forces.
Carnival

Every Year around the end of February Sees Carnival come to the streets of Valletta and Floriana,

The whole population seems join in with spectacular costumes and bright floats.

Dancing competitions are held throught the 5 days and the children have their own day on the saturday when everywhere you turn there are Cowboys, Spanish Senorita and a wide range of Animals.

This is an event not to be missed.
Casa Rocca Piccola

Enjoy a unique tour of this family home, led by the owner or his wife. Marvel at the handmade pictures given to the family by the nuns who lived opposite the palace. Sit in the lounge where the family meet, see the dining area used daily. Meet the resident tortises, lunching on the patio, breathe in the ambience and friendlyness of this homely palace, even my 15 year old son loved this memorable experience of our stay in Malta.
Ciappetti's

Lovely restaurant tucked away in Mdina. Serves delicious fresh Maltese food, I had the Beef Olives, a traditional Maltese dish, it was gorgeous. They catered for my four kids, adapting meals to suit them. The atmosphere was lovely, a bit of peace within the enchanting Mdina.
Club Dolmen By The Sea

This is an excellent Hotel to stay at if you ever get the opportunity. It is right on the sea front, has a Casino and also five swimming pools. It is one of the best Hotels on the island for evening entertainment and right next to the main bus station
Dingli Cliffs

Located on the southwestern edge of the island of Malta, the Dingli Cliffs put you in touch with the history of Malta. At the top are eroded cart tracks and quarrying remnants dating to ancient times. Clambering down the switchback path takes you through the geology, revealing the globigerina and coralline limestones which lend Maltese buildings their characteristic golden glow. Rugged native plants abound, and the views along the cliffs and out to sea are spectacular. The small island just off the shore is Filfla, famous for the 6-metre long Great White shark caught in the surrounding waters in 1987.
Domus Romana

The mosaic pavements in this Roman villa rank among the most impressive and oldest mosaic compositions outside of Italy. They were discovered in 1881 just outside of Mdina in the remains of a rich and sumptuously decorated domus , an upper- class townhouse of the Roman period.

The main attraction of the villa is the atrium, covered with mosaics and enclosed by 16 columns. Among the other exhibits one can find lamps, gold and glass objects which depict the lifestyle of the Romans around the 1st Century B.C.