Candy-hued balconies against white stone facades, shimmering turquoise waters, cities that are like open-air museums all spiced with the history and flavors of the Mediterranean—this is Malta.
15 Things to Do with 4 Days in Malta (And 1 to Skip)
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For most North American travelers, the first real international travel experience is usually to Europe. There’s something about the continent that draws Americans. The majority of Americans can trace their roots back to European immigrants. For those without European ancestry, the people from across the Atlantic Ocean have shaped their lives. It certainly helps that most Europeans speak English easily and fluently, and the food closely resembles what we’re accustomed to in North America. For the majority of Americans, it can be reached in less than 8 hours of flying, which makes it an extremely accessible travel destination.
There’s so much to see, do and love in Europe. For history buffs, there are battlegrounds, monuments and museums. For cultural explorers, there are castles, markets, and immersive experiences. For foodies, there are Michelin-starred restaurants, cooking classes, and food markets. For outdoor and nature enthusiasts there are mountains and fjords to explore. Europe has it all. And we love it all. From the food markets of Provence to the wineries of Tuscany, Europe is delicious. From Ireland’s green rolling hills to the pristine beaches of Albania, it is beautiful. From the couture capital of Paris to the hot springs scene of Budapest, Europe is a cultural playground. Here are the best European experiences!
The Best European Wine You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Sandwiched between the wine powerhouses of Germany and France, Luxembourg–one of Europe’s smallest countries–makes great wine, too.
How to Make the Most of Your Trip to Keukenhof Gardens
From the moment we stepped through the gates at Keukenhof gardens, it was clear we were in a happy place.
Slipping into the Vulcano Island Mud Baths
Like many of our trips, this one started out with a simple musing: “I wonder if they have any hot springs in Sicily.” We’re passionate about hot springs and we thought maybe we would get lucky, but had no idea it would lead us to the Vulcano Island mud baths in the Aeolian Islands.
A Day in Glorious Gozo
With a fraction of the population of Malta, Gozo is much quieter and has a slower pace about it. It’s also awe-inspiring.
Chasing the Northern Lights in Tromso, Norway (and Key Tips!)
The northern lights is a natural phenomena, but there is no way to do them justice and explain how beautiful they are. You’ve seen the photos online, but what is it really like in person? Here’s our experience on chasing the aurora borealis in Norway and our ultimate guide to the northern lights!
Exploring the Best of Bruges in One Day
There are so many fun things to do in Bruges, Belgium, even with limited time.
What to do in Palermo, Italy
We expected Palermo to be gritty, rough-around-the-edges, largely without charm or intrigue. What we found was a city with blemishes, but also with a mix of fascinating influences, amazing food, friendly people, and a cultural and religious history stretching back for millennia.
Eight Curious Things to Know Before Visiting Malta
When we decided to plan our trip, we only knew two things about Malta: it was supposed to be beautiful, and it’s easy to reach from Sicily. That didn’t even scratch the surface.
Sipping Our Way Through the Wineries of Crete
The mountains of Crete stretch on for miles. Except for a few rocky bits and areas punctuated by brilliant fuchsia wildflowers, everything is green. Of course there are olive trees—this is Greece, after all. But there are also miles and miles of perfectly manicured grapevines swooping down the slopes.
