Fort Saint Elmo on the water in Malta

Malta Travel Guide: A Mediterranean Treasure Waiting to Be Explored

Fortresses, Beaches and Shipwrecks

A tiny, rocky archipelago surrounded by the bright blue Mediterranean sea, Malta is one of the most underrated countries in Europe. It’s a tiny island (it only takes about 40 minutes to drive from coast to coast) but it packs a big punch when it comes to things to see and do.

It doesn’t have the fame of Greece or Italy, but it boasts many of its own treasures including hilltop fortresses, ornate churches, colorful fishing boats, astounding prehistoric temples and a cuisine that is a mix of Middle Eastern and Sicilian flavors.

A large part of Malta tourism is the amazing diving. 50,000 visitors come per year to dive beneath the waters and marvel at the incredible diversity of the underwater life here. This wonderful little country should be on your travel bucket list. Here are some helpful things you should know before embarking on your Malta vacation.

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How Much Does It Cost to Travel Malta?

Visiting Malta is quite affordable compared to most other European countries. The prices are even cheaper if you visit during the winter, making it the perfect budget-friendly Christmas destination. Typically a lunch in a cafe will cost 8 to 10 Euro, a bottle of water will cost about 1 Euro and a decent bottle of wine can be found for 8 to 10 Euro.

According to Nomadic Matt, you should budget around 50 Euro per day. At this price you will be living a backpacker lifestyle, staying in a hostel or an Airbnb taking public transport and eating at the cheaper local restaurants.

What Is the Best Time of Year to Visit Malta?

Malta is a ridiculously sunny and beautiful Mediterranean island, so there really isn’t a bad time of year to visit. The summers are when temperatures peak at around 30 degrees Celsius and in the winter they drop to 15 degrees, but with 300 days of sunshine per year you will most likely still have sunny and pleasant weather.

While the locals only tend to swim in the sea in the summer, many visitors find it warm enough to swim at any time. In fact, the cooler months can be a better time to enjoy hiking and outdoor sports in Malta. Also, the shoulder seasons of spring and fall can be a great time to visit and avoid the peak Malta tourism crowds of the summer months.

If you visit during the summer months, make sure your accommodation has air conditioning!

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