If any occupying power can be said to have left a lasting legacy on Malta, it was definitely the indomitable Knights of St John who in the 16th Century brought fame and wealth to Malta, following one of the greatest battles ever - The Great siege of 1565.The story of the Knights of St John could easily be the subject of a decalogy of Hollywood blockbuster movies.  The story of the Knights of Jerusalem and of Rhodes and of Malta has all these, but unlike the myths in movies, this is grounded in r

If Malta has one valuable resource other than its creative people, it’s the beautiful limestone that is found throughout the islands in Malta’s historic buildings. The stone is soft and easy to manipulate into intricate designs and shapes that can be seen in balconies, staircases and building facades throughout the Maltese islands and most especially in Rabat which is the ideal location to view it. On this tour you will learn about the amazing properties of the stone and the different types of l

Perhaps one of the most underrated and until recently, one of the least known capital cities of Europe is the golden gem that is Valletta. After the astonishing victory of the Knights and their Maltese subjects in the Great Siege of 1565, Valletta was raised to opulence through the benevolence of monarchs, rulers and nobility from around Europe. Over the ensuing centuries the city’s fortunes have ebbed and waned, and the mark of its turbulent history can be seen everywhere in its architecture, i

There is no capital in the world like Valletta and nowhere that has more to offer a visitor in such a small space. Described by British Prime minister Disraeli as “a city of palaces built by gentlemen for gentlemen,” and remarked that “Valletta equals in its noble architecture, if it does not excel, any capital in Europe”. Valletta is a truly fortified city, once the bulwark of Europe with the most impressive bastions to be found anywhere in the world.Where we'll go: - Valletta – Capital City of

The Valletta harbour cruise will be a truly memorable experience for you.The Grand Harbour between Malta’s Capital City Valletta and the Three Cities of Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua is aptly named. It is grand in every way. There are certainly other fortified harbours around the Mediterranean, but none reach the majesty or provoke as much awe as Grand Harbour with Valletta it’s towering glory and the lovely Three Cities. What better way to admire its seemingly endless fortifications and baro