Malta Holidays & Gozo Hotels
The Maltese archipelago is considered one of the top tourist spot for spending beach vacations in Mediterranean basin, being preferred especially by Irish and British holiday makers. This happens because there are numerous things that connect the British to the Maltese people like a long common history (Republic of Malta obtained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1964), the language (beside Maltese, English is the second official language), and the driving rules. Island of Malta is visited also by tourists from many other countries, drawn there by the warm weather, impressive historical vestiges, interesting cultural events, awesome beaches, clear waters, and great deals offered by resorts and luxury hotels in Malta.
This country stretches over an archipelago from the center of Mediterranean region (located 93 kilometers or 58 miles off the coast of island of Sicily, that belongs to Italy) that is made up by three larger islands (called Malta, Gozo, and Comino) and several uninhabited islets like Cominotto, Filfla, Fungus Rock, Manoel Island, and Islands of St. Paul (Selmunett Island). Between islands are situated a few rocks, populated only by birds. Most vacationers visit only the larger islands, especially Malta and Gozo, because there are settled the most important cities and resorts dotted with luxury hotels and villas.
Island of Gozo is the second largest in the Maltese archipelago and draws numerous travelers, even if some people consider that it has a more rural atmosphere. This fact, along with the scenic hills, attracts there vacationers seeking to spend more relaxed and peaceful holidays. Hotels in Gozo are fewer than on island of Malta, but it offer also great lodging and services. To the high class hotels in Gozo belong Hotel Ta'Cenc, Hotel Kempinski, Hotel Cornucopia, Grand Hotel, and Hotel Down Town.
Malta, as a Mediterranean country, draws travelers interested foremost in spending beach vacations, but in the same time to this tourist spot take trips many people interested in enjoying cultural events. The numerous medieval buildings, old churches, military fortifications, and other historical vestiges draw to Malta many holiday makers of all ages. A list of the main attractions that should be visited during a holiday on Gozo include the Astra Theater, the Aurora Theater, the Cathedral Church of Gozo, <Santwarju tal-Madonna ta' Pinu, i>St. George's Basilica and Parish, the Fungus Rock, the Inland Sea, the Azure Window, Ramla Bay, and Fontana Springs. On the island are located a lot of restaurants that offer excellent Maltese foods (like stuffed globe artichokes, fried rabbit, baked beef olives, spaghetti with octopus sauce, baked macaroni, or kosksu with broad beans), bars, coffee shops, and shops with local products.
Islands of the Maltese archipelago are spread out on a small area, so vacationers can take day trips (there are numerous ferry connections) to other tourist spots of the country. Actually, Malta has so many attractions that a single holiday isn't enough to be enjoyed all treasures from there. Beside the rich historical artifacts and numerous outdoor activities (swimming with dolphins, snorkeling, or scuba diving are a few of the most rewarding Maltese experiences), luxury hotels in Malta offer so convenient deals that some people travel to this archipelago yearly and every time their holidays in Malta are truly rewarding and relaxing!
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