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Malta, officially known as the Republic of Malta, is a Southern European island country consisting of an archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea. It lies 80 km south of Italy, 284 km east of Tunisia, and 333 km north of Libya. With a population of about 475,000 over an area of 316 km2, Malta is the world’s tenth smallest and fifth most densely populated sovereign country. Its capital is Valletta, which is the smallest national capital in the European Union by area at 0.8 km². The official and national language is Maltese, which is descended from Sicilian Arabic that developed during the Emirate of Sicily, while English serves as the second official language.

Malta has been inhabited since approximately 5900 BC. Its location in the centre of the Mediterranean has historically given it great strategic importance as a naval base, with a succession of powers having contested and ruled the islands, including the Phoenicians and Carthaginians, Romans, Greeks, Arabs, Normans, Aragonese, Knights…

What should I know before leaving for Malta?

A flight to Malta takes you to the Mediterranean, between Sicily and Africa. Walk in the footsteps of the Knights of the Order of Malta on an island endowed with treasures and a great wealth of history. It is also a flagship destination for sun and beach vacations. The entire Maltese archipelago is served by a single airport, Malta International Airport (MLA). The smallest country in the European Union has Valletta as its capital and also uses the euro. Their mother tongue and Maltese but English is widely spoken there as well. 

Which airlines fly to Malta?

Good news, regular airlines as well as low-cost airlines serving! Transavia , for example, operates the link in  Valletta. Air Malta is, of course, very present on this route. Lufthansa and KLM are two other options.

What are the main airports in Malta?

The island of Malta and its archipelago has only one airport, Malta International Airport (MLA). It is located in Luqa, 8 km from the Maltese capital.

When to book your flight to Malta?

You will find cheap tickets to Malta mainly out of season. The island is very popular with holidaymakers in high season. If you want to go there in summer, you will have to plan in advance, about 2 or 3 months to find a cheap flight to Malta.

When is the best time to go to Malta?

The rainiest months on the island of Malta are February, October and November. But with a Mediterranean climate, you can imagine that there is not really a bad season to visit Malta.

Is a visa required to travel to Malta?

Malta is an integral part of the European Union and the Schengen Area. No visa is required to travel. Nationals of an EU member country simply need to carry an identity document for the usual security checks.

What to do in Malta?

The island of Malta is much more than a destination for swimming and lazing on the beach. It is a country that has played a leading role in Western history and where many vestiges will delight lovers of cultural stays:

• The megalithic temples of Malta : if you liked Carnac, you will love the megalithic temples of Malta! Some would have been trained 5000 years before our era!
• The Saint-Jean co-cathedral : the first stone of this impressive building was laid in 1573. Its interior is a profusion of Baroque art which even includes works by Caravaggio!
• The blue lagoon : this natural wonder is located between the islands of Comino and Cominotto. It owes its name to the purity of its water and its nuances from cyan blue to emerald green.
• The National Archaeological Museum : you will not believe what you will see: this museum includes impressive prehistoric and Neolithic pieces.
• Rambla bay : this bay is very popular for its golden sandy beach. It is a dazzling golden yellow that awaits you in the north of the island of Gozo, between Nadur and Xaghra.

Where to spend your holidays in Malta?

Most vacationers go to Malta for a beach vacation. Modern seaside resorts host very high quality hotel complexes. You will also find many accommodations in cities and near archaeological sites.

• Beach : Golden Bay, Ramla Bay, Anchor Bay, you will understand, Malta is famous for its bays. You can stay peacefully in accommodation with sea view.
• Urban getaway : you know the order of St. John of Jerusalem? Learn all about their history and much more in Valletta. The capital of the island has many museums also linked to archaeological sites.
• Family holidays : the Maltese coastline is dotted with aquatic complexes! By staying in a family-friendly hotel near supervised beaches, you will have unforgettable moments.

Hotels, hostels, apartments are found all over the island of Malta.