July 2000 we took our family to Malta. Staying in
the St. George's Park and La Vallette Resort. It was set in the heart of Paceville, Malta's most popular nightlife district. It is 300 metres away from a rocky beach.We were used to sandy beach resorts so it was a lot different.Big bit different.
Paceville consists mainly of holiday accommodation and bars.
One of the most lively areas in Malta.
Our hotel was poor and is closed down now. We had to move rooms twice.
First room--We opened the curtains to a brick wall. Plus cockroaches
Second room--Very noisey. Disco till early in the morning.
Third room--not bad.
.Sorry photo`s are not perfect but hopefully you will understand the old style small open and shut camera`s did not produce the best quality
the St. George's Park and La Vallette Resort. It was set in the heart of Paceville, Malta's most popular nightlife district. It is 300 metres away from a rocky beach.We were used to sandy beach resorts so it was a lot different.Big bit different.
Paceville consists mainly of holiday accommodation and bars.
One of the most lively areas in Malta.
Our hotel was poor and is closed down now. We had to move rooms twice.
First room--We opened the curtains to a brick wall. Plus cockroaches
Second room--Very noisey. Disco till early in the morning.
Third room--not bad.
.Sorry photo`s are not perfect but hopefully you will understand the old style small open and shut camera`s did not produce the best quality
Horrible place to stay
Malta is just over three hours away from Glasgow.The capital is Valletta.Our days in the city were our highlights.Walking through the historic narrow streets and Ancient limestone walls. We were lucky to be in Valletta during a local festival.
Spinola Bay, St. Julian's
Spinola Bay is located in the city of St Julian's in Malta.
The charming Bay combines the new and old.We loved walking along the promenade.People watching at it`s best.
The charming Bay combines the new and old.We loved walking along the promenade.People watching at it`s best.
Valletta was built by the Knights of Malta – after they nearly lost the island to the Ottoman Turks in the Great Siege of 1565. Their brand new grid-plan city was built for defence in elegant but severe military style.Valletta was the European Capital of Culture in 2018.
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Being a small country it's easy to get around. Malta offers a modern, relatively cheap and reliable public transport system,
Official languages: English and Maltese
Official languages: English and Maltese
Traffic in Malta drives on the left. Car ownership in Malta is exceedingly high, given the very small size of the islands; it is the fourth-highest in the European Union.
Locals form of transport [Mine too]
2010 we enjoyed using the old Bedford buses. If you want to travel around the island. You have to go to Valletta to change buses.
We used to stick our heads out the window to cool down.
These vehicles were loved by tourists for their character and nostalgic but the locals are not so happy. Not a very good service.
These vehicles were still in operating condition up until 2011.The whole fleet stopped.New modern buses replaced them.Shame for us visitors.
We used to stick our heads out the window to cool down.
These vehicles were loved by tourists for their character and nostalgic but the locals are not so happy. Not a very good service.
These vehicles were still in operating condition up until 2011.The whole fleet stopped.New modern buses replaced them.Shame for us visitors.
Tourist`s form of traffic.
You can also use the ferry system.
Check where you are staying--Environmental Contribution tax
Making friends
One of the highlight of our holiday was meeting up with the Sheilds family.
We had the pleasure of taking in a game at National Stadium, Ta' Qali
Festival time in Valletta
A sunshine holiday Isle
Usual fun-- different country
