Now why on earth would you want to leave Malta and head somewhere else when you have chosen Malta as the place to stay in for your holiday?

Well it would certainly be a good question to ask. But when you have another delightful island such as Comino close by, you’d be crazy not to take the opportunity to pay it a visit.

If you look for Malta on a map, you will see its slightly smaller neighbour Gozo to the north west of the island. In between, looking for all the world like a small stepping stone for giants between the two, lies Comino. Its proximity to both Gozo and Malta means it is easy enough to travel between them. This offers you the chance to see what another part of the Maltese islands has to offer you.

One of the amazing things about Comino is its history. It is not the largest island you will ever see after all, and this has been one of the reasons why it has had no inhabitants at various points in its history.

One place you should definitely see while you are there is also the easiest one to see. It is called St Mary’s Tower, and you can guess by the name just why it is so visible. Watch out for it as you make the ferry crossing. The tower has been a part of the island for almost 400 years, and it has taken on various guises since it was first built.

The great part about Comino is that you can enjoy walking all over it quite happily in a single day. At just one square mile in size, you can see that a car is quite unnecessary. Walking is the order of the day here, and it means you can look forward to exploring every inch on foot, no matter whether you want to go inland or stick to the coast.

Malta might be a delight in itself, but don’t miss out on the tiny but perfectly formed island of Comino either. It would be a shame not to set foot on such a small island that has so much to offer.

One of the most wonderful things about going on holiday is the ability to wander around and stop off for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink whenever the mood takes you. This doesn’t just apply to Malta of course – it applies wherever you want to go.

But perhaps Malta has one little secret that cannot be said of many other locations. It is certainly the case that there is an establishment that has already been written about favourably many times before. Known by the name of Fontanella, it is not described as ‘an institution’ for nothing. Should you be venturing close to or into Mdina when you are in Malta, make sure you visit Fontanella to sample their famous chocolate cake for yourself. This is not the kind of thing to read about and not to sample if you ever get the chance.

But to say this is nothing more than a café is to vastly underestimate the experience of grabbing a nice tea here. This is an amazing experience and one that comes with an equally amazing view as well. Fontanella has its own tea gardens that are the perfect accompaniment to tea and cake, and as you will see it can be incredibly hard to drag yourself away from the impressive view.

The views here are nothing short of spectacular. Malta will stretch out and away from you as you explore the visual delights of this wonderful island. The vista may be somewhat flat in many areas but this does not take away the beautiful nature of the scenery. From greenery to more built up areas and right up to the sea itself, you can appreciate more of Malta while you sample the wonderful fare to be had at Fontanella.

This is the perfect place to sit and contemplate what you will do for the rest of your time in Malta as well. You will probably find yourself trying to fit in several more visits to the ever popular Fontanella as well, although finding reasons to do so shouldn’t be at all hard. There’s the chocolate cake for starters.

There is no doubt that Malta is a very popular place to go to on holiday. The island boasts lots of places that are worth a visit, one of which is a town called Sliema.

You’ll find the town on the north eastern side of the island, about halfway down that coastline. It is well known for being quite busy as it tends to attract lots of holidaymakers. This could be for anything from a day trip to a longer stay in the area. There are certainly some nice hotels here that could prove ideal for you if you want to stay in the area for more than just a short visit.

This is actually one of the more popular areas people tend to stay in when they visit Malta. It is quite well built up so you can find everything you need from a good holiday here. The facilities are good but so are the beaches, so you can expect to have a nice stay. There are promenades as well, not to mention opportunities to try out various water sports. If you are eager to try out scuba diving or snorkelling while you are in Malta, do be sure to organise something to make it happen. Sliema offers you the chance so make sure you take it.

Of course not everyone wants a sporting holiday of this kind, and if this is you then Sliema can cater for you as well. Relaxing strolls along the front and the ability to go from street to street, wandering around the shops and taking in all the cafes is a wonderfully relaxing activity in itself. St Julian’s is also just along the coast so you have the option of exploring not one but two prime areas of the coastline in Malta here as well.

As you can see, Sliema may not be the quietest resort in Malta, but it certainly offers you everything you could hope for from a holiday in Malta. If you want to be sure you have all the essential facilities around you, it could be just what you are looking for.

Malta has many sights that are ages old and existed long before we ever thought of visiting the area on holiday. One such example is Calypso Cave, which can be found very close to Malta on Gozo.

The cave has the Greek nymph of the same name to thank for its title, and it isn’t the easiest of things to find. However it is worth making the effort because it is quite charming and spectacular to see. Don’t assume you will be seeing a huge cave though because nothing could be further from the truth. However small can be perfect as we know, and when you see just what this particular cave has in store for you, you’ll know just how worthwhile it is to see.

You’ve probably got an image of a cave with a wide open entrance that you can just walk into. Well think again – Calypso Cave couldn’t be more different. Once you are at the entrance to the cave you will be faced with a steep set of steps descending into the rock. There is a handrail and you will see you can descend some distance in just a short time.

Once you are down at the bottom you can walk into the cave and explore. It is very small and some of it is blocked further in, but it is worth standing there for a moment and wondering if all the legends of Calypso and her seductive ways are actually true. It doesn’t really matter if they are or not though – just being here and witnessing the cave and how it hides in among its surroundings is quite an experience in itself.

The cave is not far outside of Xaghra and although it is only a short distance to find it on foot, you should make the most of being there and taking some photos of this historic spot. The Maltese Islands have many caves but this would arguably be the most famous of them all. It certainly has the best myths and legends attached to it, thanks to the idea of Calypso and her wiles.

When it comes to visiting a major building, no matter where in the world it might be, your first instinct is probably to walk right up to it. But this isn’t always the best way to go.

Sometimes it is better to take more than a few steps back to see it in all its glory from a distance instead. You should do exactly this when you go to see Fort St Angelo in Birgu in Malta, and the best place to see it is from another of Malta’s top attractions. These are the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens.

There are several good reasons for visiting the gardens in order to catch your first glimpse of Fort St Angelo, no matter what time of day it might be. Firstly you will be able to get a proper idea of how the fort sits among its surroundings. As you would expect it sits in the harbour and watches over it, but you may not expect how dominant it is in this situation. No one is quite sure just when Fort St Angelo was built, although some suspect it could be as long ago as Roman times. However you can see why those people chose this exact spot to site the fort, as it certainly makes an imposing addition to this part of Birgu.

Of course you will also want to get closer to the fort and indeed you can do just this. Not all of the structure is available for entry by the public but most of it is. In addition when you combine an up close trip to Fort St Angelo with a more distant view from the Barrakka Gardens, you’ll get the best selection of views you possibly can.

Be sure to take your camera too because it is nice to capture some evidence of how and where the fort sits in relation to its surroundings. A visit around midday is ideal since you will also be able to hear the firing of the midday gun. This is no more than a tourist attraction now, but it certainly adds to the atmosphere while you are there.

Malta has lots of delightful spots you could happily spend a holiday at. One of the hardest things about choosing a holiday on this island is selecting the place you want to be based in.

But Marsascala is a good option for many people, and indeed the population here virtually doubles when the summer months arrive and visitors from other countries arrive for a week or two of summer sun.

This surely tells us that Marsascala has plenty to offer to the holidaymaker, so let’s see what we can find here. The village is sometimes known as M’Scala too, so don’t be confused if you see the two names as they both refer to the same place. This fishing village has been around for centuries, so you can expect to see signs of the past here and not just modern amenities. As such it has a lot of character and it is a simply stunning place to wander around.

Marsascala Bay comes inland, so you have the opportunity to explore both sides of the bay during your time there. One hotel in particular, the Corinthia Jerma Hotel, sits fairly close to the coast on the southern side of the bay itself. But there are many other places you could stay as well during your holiday in this village.

You may be thinking that a village isn’t going to give you enough to see and do during a week long stay here. But as far as size is concerned this is a good sized village with a harbour, plenty of restaurants and bars and much else besides.

You also have the next bay along from this one to explore. It’s called St Thomas Bay and it gives you yet another potential destination to see. This is one of the reasons why lots of people opt for Marsascala when they take a holiday on Malta – it is far more than just a simple village.

So the next time you plan a holiday on this beautiful island, perhaps M’Scala could be the best spot to stay in. It certainly has lots of history to share with you – and plenty of modern sights as well.

So you’ve decided to book a holiday in Malta. Where do you want to stay when you get there? After all there are lots of delightful spots to choose from, and there could well be a perfect holiday awaiting you in one of them.

One popular spot that a lot of people go for is Mellieha Bay. This is far away to the north of the island of Malta, and the bonus is that it isn’t far from the ferry terminal at Cirkewwa either. With Gozo off to the north of Malta this gives you another possibility for something to do while you are on your annual holiday.

But let’s get back to the delights of Mellieha Bay itself. This is an ideal spot to visit for a family holiday if you have children, mainly because of the beach. It is nice and clean and the water isn’t too deep or vicious either. Mellieha Bay benefits from being deeply indented into the island itself, unlike some other bays which only gently slope inland.

Another bonus of this beach is that it is the biggest one the island has to offer. This alone is a benefit worth considering if you are visiting Malta during the summer holidays, when it is likely to be at its busiest due to all the children being off school.

The village of Mellieha itself can be found slightly further away from the beach, but within walking distance nonetheless. It is worth exploring when you have a couple of hours to spare before you head to the beach itself.

The good thing about Mellieha Bay is that it is designed to cater for tourists in many different ways. There is plenty of accommodation here to choose from which means you have apartments, hotels and various other resorts to decide on. No matter what you want you will find it here, and you’ll have a great time as well. This is a pleasant resort that is simply a breeze to stay in, with lots to see and do, a wonderful beach and plenty for the whole family to enjoy. What could be better than that?