Malta and Sicily are islands strategically situated in the Mediterranean. Sicily lies about 80kms north of Malta. Malta lies about halfway between Sicily and the northern coast of Africa. The proximity of the two islands has meant that there have been connections between the two. Since prehistoric times up to the modern day! The earliest […]
Gozo is a peaceful counterpart to the main island of Malta. Smaller in size and just a 25-minute ferry ride away, making it an easy day trip destination. Come here to visit its ancient archeological sites, stunning natural rock formations along the coast, pilgrimage churches, and picturesque fishing villages. Gozo is the legendary isle of
Malta’s ancient Temples are the oldest stone architecture built in the world and have all been recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Built between 3600 and 2500 BC, the Temples are older than both Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids! Malta is also the site of the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, another UNESCO World Heritage Site that
Are you heading to Italy’s famous island of Sicily but are unsure where to stay? Here are our top 3 picks of places to stay in Sicily, Italy. Whether you’re going to Sicily to enjoy the rich archeological history, enjoy it’s island lifestyle, or indulge in it’s delicious food and wine, you’ll want to stay
Malta is a small country of three inhabited islands, Malta, Gozo and Comino, located in the Mediterranean Sea between Sicily and Tunisia. Explore Malta’s history on our 7-Day Itinerary – discover more here. Earliest History Malta has a rich past, with its earliest beginnings going back to Neolithic farmers from Sicily around 5000 BC, followed
Do you want to explore a unique and beautiful Mediterranean Island? Then, all you need to do is book tickets for Sicily. Located at the tip of Italy, Sicily is an island with charm. Sicily is a grand island to spend your vacations. The magnificent island is home to beautiful archaeological sites from Greek and
The Island of Sicily is one of the most significant crossroads of history. Its strategic location in the Mediterranean Sea between Europe, Asia and Africa, as well as its incredible fertile land, made it one of the most fought over locations in the world. From as early as the 11BC the island and its inhabitants
What is the Mafia? The Sicilian Mafia, or simply the Mafia, date back to the 19th century. They are an organised crime syndicate, or criminal society, that loosely comprise of criminal groups that share a common ‘code of conduct’. Where did it begin? As early as 1876, Italian politicians Franchetti and Sonnino documented the reigning
I love travelling so when I became a mother I was so excited to show my daughter the world I knew that my travel style would change. She took her first plane trip at 4 months and by just 18 months, we had done 13 trips as a family. Every trip must be adapted to
The capital of Italy, also known as the ‘eternal city’, is bursting with history. With so much to see and do, we have put together this expert guide to Rome, for the whole family. Travelling with small kids, teens or grandparents, this guide has got you covered. KIDS GLADIATOR SCHOOL AND COLOSSEUM Immerse yourself in
