MiniMalta

The blog about Malta,
its history and culture,
travel and our holiday rental.

Malta Apps

30 August 2023

We use apps to navigate, to board the right bus, to share selfies, to tweet... here are some apps for when you visit Malta.

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Gluten free places

25 August 2023

Our guests kindly shared with us notes about the Coeliac friendly restaurants they came across in Cottonera.

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Wild Plants & flowers

24 August 2023

Each season brings its own palette of colors and fragrances, endemic wild plants and flowers unique to Malta.

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Making friends in Malta

01 August 2023

How to immerse yourself in the local culture by connecting with the people who call the place home.

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A Knight's letter

16 July 2023

A young Knight's letter to his mother on his arrival in Malta following the journey from Rhodes in 1530.

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Offbeat Malta

11 July 2023

Let's embark on a journey off the beaten path and uncover Malta and Gozo's lesser-known gems.

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Caravaggio in Malta

27 June 2023

A curious interview with the painter famous for drama in his paintings as in his life.

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Swimming Safety

25 June 2023

Some essential tips to keep in mind to ensure your safety and make the most of your aquatic adventures in Malta.

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Arts Festival 2023

22 May 2023

The Malta Arts Festival 2023 offers music, theatre, visual arts, dance, opera and more this summer.

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The Hypogeum

05 May 2023

The unique and fascinating site that offers a glimpse into the prehistoric past of Malta.

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Birgu's history.

03 May 2023

Birgu's history dates back to the Phoenician period, Gattaldo takes a look at its history.

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10 Malta Art Galleries

21 August 2022

Malta's contemporary art scene enriches your experience of the island. Gattaldo takes a look at ten art galleries.

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10 Best Malta Gardens

14 August 2022

Freshen up in the shade of a tree this summer. Anthony Muscat writes about the ten best public gardens in Malta.

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The Genuine Article

05 August 2022

Radio and TV personality Angela Coleiro tells us what being a transgender woman in Malta is like.

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Transgender Traveller

31 July 2022

Gattaldo asks trans activist Mina Jack Tolu how to prepare for travel to ensure a safe and pleasant holiday.

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August in Malta

27 July 2022

Find the most well hidden beaches for the day then cool down with a drink under the stars till late night.

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Christmas and New Year

21 Dec 2021

A festival of light, baroque music, a spectacular, Pantos and New Year's Eve celebrations.

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Green List

21 July 2022

UK adds Malta to the quarantine-free 'green list' and we're getting ready to host you.

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Covid-19 tips

03 April 2021

Malta expects to welcome tourists by the beginning of June 2021. Tips to travelling to Malta from the UK.

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Malta Arts Festival 2019

26 June 2022

The Malta International Arts Festival is one of Malta’s most appreciated events

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Maltese Australians

13 April 2019

Maltese Australians' thoughts on Malta and what sort of itinerary they plan when they visit.

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New Bradt on the block

09 April 2019

The 4th edition of the Bradt Travel guidebook Malta & Gozo is out in the bookshops.

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Strawberry Festival

09 April 2019

The Mgarr Strawberry Festival is a family event and a great opportunity for a general knees-up.

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Eco-friendly rental

27 March 2019

What giving your guests the best possible service while being socially responsible is all about

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Caravaggio's back

26 March 2019

The artist's story through the eyes of well known Italian erotic cartoonist Milo Manara.

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Easter Sweet

25 March 2019

Malta's Easter pastry, the figolla is rather simple in design and it involves a good dose of sugar.

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Older Blog entries

Before 26 March 2019

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MiniMalta

The blog about Malta,its history and culture,travel and our holiday rental.

Malta Apps

We use apps to navigate, to board the right bus, to share selfies, to tweet... here are some apps for when you visit Malta.

Gluten free places

Our guests kindly shared with us notes about the Coeliac friendly restaurants they came across in Cottonera.

Wild Plants & flowers

Each season brings its own palette of colors and fragrances, endemic wild plants and flowers unique to Malta.

Making friends in Malta

How to immerse yourself in the local culture by connecting with the people who call the place home.

A Knight's letter

A young Knight's letter to his mother on his arrival in Malta following the journey from Rhodes in 1530.

Offbeat Malta

Let's embark on a journey off the beaten path and uncover Malta and Gozo's lesser-known gems.

Caravaggio in Malta

A curious interview with the painter famous for drama in his paintings as in his life.

Swimming Safety

Some essential tips to keep in mind to ensure your safety and make the most of your aquatic adventures in Malta.

Arts Festival 2023

The Malta Arts Festival 2023 offers music, theatre, visual arts, dance, opera and more this summer.

The Hypogeum

The unique and fascinating site that offers a glimpse into the prehistoric past of Malta.

Birgu's history.

Birgu's history dates back to the Phoenician period, Gattaldo takes a look at its history.

10 Malta Art Galleries

Malta's contemporary art scene enriches your experience of the island. Gattaldo takes a look at ten art galleries.

10 Best Malta Gardens

Freshen up in the shade of a tree this summer. Anthony Muscat writes about the ten best public gardens in Malta.

The Genuine Article

Radio and TV personality Angela Coleiro tells us what being a transgender woman in Malta is like.

Transgender Traveller

Gattaldo asks trans activist Mina Jack Tolu how to prepare for travel to ensure a safe and pleasant holiday.

August in Malta

Find the most well hidden beaches for the day then cool down with a drink under the stars till late night.

Christmas and New Year

A festival of light, baroque music, a spectacular, Pantos and New Year's Eve celebrations.

Green List

UK adds Malta to the quarantine-free 'green list' and we're getting ready to host you.

Covid-19 tips

Malta expects to welcome tourists by the beginning of June 2021. Tips to travelling to Malta from the UK.

Malta Arts Festival 2019

The Malta International Arts Festival is one of Malta’s most appreciated events

Maltese Australians

Maltese Australians' thoughts on Malta and what sort of itinerary they plan when they visit.

New Bradt on the block

The 4th edition of the Bradt Travel guidebook Malta & Gozo is out in the bookshops.

Strawberry Festival

The Mgarr Strawberry Festival is a family event and a great opportunity for a general knees-up.

Eco-friendly rental

What giving your guests the best possible service while being socially responsible is all about

Caravaggio's back

The artist's story through the eyes of well known Italian erotic cartoonist Milo Manara.

Easter Sweet

Malta's Easter pastry, the figolla is rather simple in design and it involves a good dose of sugar.

Older Blog entries

Find MiniMalta's older blog entries here

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The blog about Malta,
its history and culture,
travel and our holiday rental.

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