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seychristine
Sep 193 min read
Why You Should Join a Birgu Walking Tour: Discover the Charm of Malta's Three Cities
Malta, known for its rich history and stunning architecture, offers endless opportunities to explore its past. Among the island’s hidden...
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seychristine
Aug 213 min read
Exploring Maltese Cuisine: A Guide to the Valletta Food Tour
Explore the Maltese cuisine by joining a Valletta Food Tour. Perfect opportunity to visit the highlights of the city while sampling food.
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seychristine
Feb 156 min read
Exploring Malta: The 10 best things to do in Valletta
This blog aims to invite you to an unforgettable exploration of Valletta, whether on your own or by joining one of our Valletta walking...
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Matthew Camilleri
Dec 20, 20233 min read
Exploring the Gozitan Countryside: A Walk around Għarb & Għasri
Despite the charm of these two villages, a number of interesting features can also be found in the surrounding countryside.
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Matthew Camilleri
Dec 6, 20234 min read
Operation Husky: Malta's Role
Malta's contribution to Operation 'Husky', the Allied invasion of Sicily in July 1943.
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Matthew Camilleri
Nov 22, 20233 min read
A Stroll around Mqabba
Mqabba, located in the south of Malta, can be described as a traditional Maltese village. With a population of around 3,300 inhabitants,...
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Matthew Camilleri
Oct 25, 20233 min read
Highlights of Ħaż-Żebbuġ
Ħaż-Żebbuġ, named after the large olive groves that were once found in the area, is one of the oldest settlements in Malta.
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Matthew Camilleri
Oct 11, 20234 min read
The Royal Malta Artillery during WWII
During WWII, the Royal Malta Artillery was tasked with anti-aircraft as well as coastal defence of the Maltese Islands.
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Matthew Camilleri
Sep 27, 20233 min read
'Il-Widna'
The Parabolic Acoustic Mirror was an experimental early-warning system.
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Matthew Camilleri
Sep 13, 20235 min read
Battle for the Skies over Malta
During the dark days of WW2, the RAF was often the first line of defence between Malta and the might of the Axis air powers.
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Matthew Camilleri
Aug 30, 20236 min read
The Royal Marines in Malta
Having started their involvement with Malta in 1798, the Royal Marines would be ever-present on the island for the next 181 years.
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Matthew Camilleri
Aug 15, 20234 min read
The Santa Marija Convoy
The epic Operation Pedestal - the convoy that saved Malta.
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Matthew Camilleri
Aug 2, 20233 min read
Dwejra
Despite the loss of its famous arch, Dwejra continues to attract countless visitors.
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Matthew Camilleri
Jul 19, 20234 min read
The Malta Garrison during WWII
The forces that were available to defend Malta in the event of an invasion by the Axis powers during World War Two.
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Matthew Camilleri
Jul 5, 20233 min read
Wied iż-Żurrieq
The small fishing hamlet of Wied iż-Żurrieq, located on Malta’s southern coast, is a popular tourist spot.
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Matthew Camilleri
Jun 21, 20236 min read
Hunger & the Convoy Lifeline
The struggle to keep Malta supplied and its people fed during the dark days of World War Two.
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Matthew Camilleri
May 24, 20235 min read
The 1942 Spring Blitz
An account of the infamous 1942 Spring Blitz against the Mediterranean island of Malta.
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Matthew Camilleri
May 10, 20233 min read
Gardens of Floriana
A quick look at a map of Floriana reveals that nearly half its area is made up of green and open spaces.
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Dylan Seychell
Apr 7, 20233 min read
Explore Valletta like Never Before: The Original Free Walking Tours in Malta
Welcome to the stunning city of Valletta and to Colour My Travel! Haven't you been to our Free Walking Tours? No problem; we are thrilled...
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Matthew Camilleri
Mar 28, 20233 min read
Civil Defence Organisations
The vital work carried out by various Civil Defence Organisations in Malta during the Second World War.
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