Denis’s guidebook

Valletta
Valletta
Denis’s guidebook

Drink

Amazing cocktails!
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Alchemy Cocktail Bar
93 Strait St
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Amazing cocktails!
The Thirsty Lawyer
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Swimming, snorkeling, diving & sunbathing

Comino and the Blue Lagoon The tiny Island of Comino is situated right in the middle of the channel that separates mainland Malta from the island of Gozo. It is the smallest inhabited island of the Maltese Archipelago and the most pristine one, attracting all those who love swimming, snorkelling, diving, and other water sports. Between Comino and its adjacent island Cominotto lies the so-called Blue Lagoon. This scenic bay with its crystal clear blue sea provides one of the most spectacular sights of the Maltese islands. Comino has an area of 1.5km2 and there are only about eight residents living on the Island. Traffic is non-existent and noise is the exception rather than the rule. The island does however boast a modern hotel, which caters for those who want to escape from it all.
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Comino
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Comino and the Blue Lagoon The tiny Island of Comino is situated right in the middle of the channel that separates mainland Malta from the island of Gozo. It is the smallest inhabited island of the Maltese Archipelago and the most pristine one, attracting all those who love swimming, snorkelling, diving, and other water sports. Between Comino and its adjacent island Cominotto lies the so-called Blue Lagoon. This scenic bay with its crystal clear blue sea provides one of the most spectacular sights of the Maltese islands. Comino has an area of 1.5km2 and there are only about eight residents living on the Island. Traffic is non-existent and noise is the exception rather than the rule. The island does however boast a modern hotel, which caters for those who want to escape from it all.
Tucked in between Golden Bay and Gnejna Bay is the smaller and quieter sandy beach, Ghajn Tuffieha. The long stairway down to the beach makes it not the easiest to reach, but it is certainly well-worth the climb down. There is a sunbed rental and a small snack bar.
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Ghajn Tuffieha Bay
Triq In-Nahhalija
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Tucked in between Golden Bay and Gnejna Bay is the smaller and quieter sandy beach, Ghajn Tuffieha. The long stairway down to the beach makes it not the easiest to reach, but it is certainly well-worth the climb down. There is a sunbed rental and a small snack bar.
With its white sunbed mattresses and infinity pool, Cafe del Mar breathes luxury. It is a day- and night-time venue for stylish twenty-something socialites, who flock here to parade designer swim suits and savour elegant cocktails to lounge music and some of the best sunsets on the island.
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Cafe Del Mar Malta
Triq It - Trunciera
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With its white sunbed mattresses and infinity pool, Cafe del Mar breathes luxury. It is a day- and night-time venue for stylish twenty-something socialites, who flock here to parade designer swim suits and savour elegant cocktails to lounge music and some of the best sunsets on the island.

Neighbourhoods

Historically the darkest, sleaziest part of Strait Street, also labelled ‘The Gut’ - the old red light district of Valletta, and home to notorious hangouts such as Silver Horse, Blue Peter and James Bond, has come back to life after 50 odd years of neglect. The Gut is a high-end 
restaurant and bar hub where fine dining, music, theater, cabaret, dance, and architecture all come together between two walls 
and on three dimensions.
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Strait Street
Strait Street
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Historically the darkest, sleaziest part of Strait Street, also labelled ‘The Gut’ - the old red light district of Valletta, and home to notorious hangouts such as Silver Horse, Blue Peter and James Bond, has come back to life after 50 odd years of neglect. The Gut is a high-end 
restaurant and bar hub where fine dining, music, theater, cabaret, dance, and architecture all come together between two walls 
and on three dimensions.

Supermarket

With your key card you will receive 10% discount on any purchase in the food market. Please give the card to the cashier in order to claim the discount. Only with us! :)
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Food Market
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With your key card you will receive 10% discount on any purchase in the food market. Please give the card to the cashier in order to claim the discount. Only with us! :)
In the newly developed Tigne Point is located The Point Shopping Mall, a relatively recent addition to the Maltese shopping scene that packs a punch with its abundant stores that sell everything from latest fashions to electronics. There are a few cafes and a supermarket inside.
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The Point Shopping Mall
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In the newly developed Tigne Point is located The Point Shopping Mall, a relatively recent addition to the Maltese shopping scene that packs a punch with its abundant stores that sell everything from latest fashions to electronics. There are a few cafes and a supermarket inside.

Sightseeing

Mdina, the old capital of Malta, is a typical medieval town situated on one of the highest hills of the island. The “Silent City,” as it is known, commands a magnificent view of the island. It is one of the few remaining fortified Renaissance cities in Europe.
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Mdina
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Mdina, the old capital of Malta, is a typical medieval town situated on one of the highest hills of the island. The “Silent City,” as it is known, commands a magnificent view of the island. It is one of the few remaining fortified Renaissance cities in Europe.
The remains of temples erected in the fourth and third millennium B.C. are a unique sighting. Stone idols, animal representations carved in relief, stone tablets, altars and screens decorated with spirals and other patterns enhance the attraction of these magnificent sanctuaries. Some of the places worth a visit are Hagar Qim in Qrendi, Tarxien Temples in Tarxien and Ggantija in Gozo.
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Ta' Ħaġrat Temples
Ta' Hagrat
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The remains of temples erected in the fourth and third millennium B.C. are a unique sighting. Stone idols, animal representations carved in relief, stone tablets, altars and screens decorated with spirals and other patterns enhance the attraction of these magnificent sanctuaries. Some of the places worth a visit are Hagar Qim in Qrendi, Tarxien Temples in Tarxien and Ggantija in Gozo.
Just outside the city gate of Valletta lies the Hastings public garden. From here majestic views over Sliema, Floriana and Manoel Island unfold. The name of the garden comes from Marquis of Hastings, who was a governor of Malta. He died in 1827 and is buried in the garden.
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Hastingsin puutarhat
24 Sappers
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Just outside the city gate of Valletta lies the Hastings public garden. From here majestic views over Sliema, Floriana and Manoel Island unfold. The name of the garden comes from Marquis of Hastings, who was a governor of Malta. He died in 1827 and is buried in the garden.

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Sunday Marsamxlokk Fish Market

The Marsaxlokk fish market is a very popular attraction featuring in many guide books and therefore attracts many tourists and locals who go to buy fresh fish and seafood caught during the same morning. The market is very interesting and attractive as different fish and seafood from the Mediterranean are displayed here and prices are cheaper than in the shops. This is also a great way for children to see how the fish look, and some of fish and octopus are still alive. Although the Marsaxlokk Sunday Market was originally a fish market, it has developed, and now it also sells locally produced
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Golden Bay

Golden Bay is a beautiful sandy beach set within a cliff face in North West Malta and is the first and most popular sandy beach in Malta together in a chain of beaches together with Ghajn Tuffieha and Gnejna. Golden Bay is located along unspoiled and undeveloped countryside and the sand at Golden Bay is light cream colour with fine clean corns. The blue sea and the cliffs surrounding the bay provide excellent snorkelling. Golden Bay has a large beach, beautiful waters and facilities, making it the second popular beach in Malta after Mellieha Bay.
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Pretty Bay

Pretty Bay is one of the few sandy beaches in the South of Malta which is very popular with the locals during the summer season Pretty Bay is located in Birzebbuga in the Southern part of Malta...
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Summers in Malta

Summers in Malta are hot, dry and very sunny with August usually the warmest month. In August temperatures in Malta vary from 28-34°C during the day and cool down to 19-24°C during the night a. The summer season lasts 8 months and the weather start warming up in April, with a temperature of 19-23°C during the day and ends in November with temperatures of 17- 25°C during the day. However, it is not unusual that the temperature reaches 20° C during the day in the remaining four months. Due to the high humidity percentage in Malta, it can become quite unbearable to stay in the sun during summer
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List of emergency phone numbers in Malta

· Emergency: 112 · Ambulance: 196 · Police: (+356) 2122 4001-7; (+356) 2122 1111 · Traffic Accident: (+356) 2132 0202 · A.F.M. Helicopter Rescue: (+356) 2124 4371; (+356)2182 4212 · A.F.M. Patrol Boat Rescue: (+356) 2123 8797; (+356) 2122 5040 · Fire Brigade: 112 · Hospital – Gozo: (+356) 2156 1600 · Hospital – Malta Mater Dei: (+356) 2545 0000 · St. James Hospital Malta: (+356) 2133 5235 · St. James Hospital Gozo: (+356) 2156 4781
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Religion

The main religion in Malta is Roman Catholicism, in fact, most Maltese claim to be Catholic and participate in Catholic religious services. The Constitution of Malta also establishes Catholicism as the state religion, however freedom of religion is guaranteed as a constitutional right and is generally respected.
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What to pack before visiting Malta

1. Closed shoes - useful for hiking 2. Cash - Maltese currency is the euro 3. Good hair products -Humidity in Malta is crazy! 4. Sunglasses - very important 5. A light jacket - You will find it useful 6. Pyjamas 7. Good camera/ Go Pro 8. Sun screen 9. Insect repellent!!!! 10. Flip-flops 11. EU adapter - dont forget we use UK plugs
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Or just use English....

Good Morning – L-ghodwa t-tajba. Pleased to meet you – Ghandi pjacir. Goodbye – Sahha. How Are You? – Kif inti? Thank you Very Much – Grazzi hafna. Excuse Me – Skuzi. How much does it cost? – Kemm jiswa? Where is the bathroom? – Fejn hi l-kamra tal-banju? Cheers – Sahha Thank you - Grazzi
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Visiting Malta with kids

Duck Village. Easily recognisable by its donated decorations, Duck Village is scattered with miniature houses for the nearby ducks to rest in. ... Malta National Aquarium. ... Mediterraneo Marine Park. ... Splash and Fun Water Park. ... Popeye Village. ... Playmobil FunPark. ... Bugibba Water Park.
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Getting Around Malta

The small size of the Maltese Islands makes getting around easy and hassle-free. The public bus service on Malta and Gozo is a good way to get around as buses serve the major tourist areas, go practically everywhere and are inexpensive and efficient. Visit https://www.publictransport.com.m Renting a car Taxi A regular ferry service links Malta to Gozo, taking about 20 minutes each way.