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Food for the Dead
We wouldn't usually think of 'Food' and 'Death' in the same sentence. But a look back at our history shows that they were often connected.
Matthew Camilleri
Nov 6, 20223 min read
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5 Maltese Legends about Pirates
Although for many years, Malta has known nothing but peace and tranquility, the island’s history was often quite turbulent, being caught...
Matthew Camilleri
May 16, 20218 min read
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Holy Week Traditions in Malta
Malta is known for being a religious country, with churches found practically around every corner, and numerous feasts celebrated all...
Matthew Camilleri
Mar 30, 20217 min read
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Holy Thursday Tradition: An itinerary of seven stops in one Cathedral
“Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire,” writes Gustav Mahler. We are now entering into arguably one of the...
Giulia Privitelli
Mar 28, 20217 min read
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The Golden Calf of Gozo
The enchanting island of Gozo provides us with many fascinating legends, passed down from one generation to another, and which are said...
Matthew Camilleri
Feb 21, 20215 min read
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6 Aspects of Malta’s Carnival
This time of year - at least in pre-COVID-19 times - Valletta usually comes to life with people in fancy dress costumes, ornate floats...
Matthew Camilleri
Feb 14, 20218 min read
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7 Legends linked to St. Paul’s Shipwreck
This coming Wednesday 10th February, Malta will be celebrating the feast of St. Paul’s Shipwreck. Although usually celebrated with...
Matthew Camilleri
Feb 7, 20217 min read
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8 Fun Facts about Halloween
Traditionally seen as an American holiday, this popular and lucrative festival is now celebrated almost everywhere around the world.
Matthew Camilleri
Nov 1, 20206 min read
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6 Spine-chilling Maltese Ghost Stories
In anticipation of the launch of Colour My Travel’s latest ghost tour, here are 6 stories that will get you in the mood for joining us.
Matthew Camilleri
Oct 25, 20207 min read
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The Bizarre Connection between Food and Death
We wouldn't usually think of 'Food' and 'Death' in the same sentence. But a look back at our history shows that they were often connected.
Matthew Camilleri
Apr 23, 20207 min read
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