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offdisland
Nov 15, 20205 min read
Best of Malta: Our top 7 child-friendly heritage wonders
You all know Malta's sweetheart Ira Losco, right? Well, back in 2002 she sang her heart out, in front of thousands of people, to her 7th...
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Matthew Camilleri
Nov 1, 20206 min read
8 Fun Facts about Halloween
Traditionally seen as an American holiday, this popular and lucrative festival is now celebrated almost everywhere around the world.
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Matthew Camilleri
Oct 25, 20207 min read
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.
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offdisland
Aug 5, 20204 min read
Our Top 7 Hidden Beaches in Malta
We’re in the midst of summer. It’s hot and humid in Malta. Being surrounded by the sea means a very valid reason to head outdoors and...
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Matthew Camilleri
Jul 21, 20207 min read
10 Top Places to Visit in Valletta
One could easily spend a few days exploring Valletta. But these are the 10 places which should definitely not be missed.
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offdisland
Jul 10, 20204 min read
Exploring the Watch Towers of the Knights of Malta
Few are the places in Malta where you look around and don't manage to get a glimpse of the Mediterranean sea. And whenever there's the...
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Matthew Camilleri
Jun 30, 20206 min read
6 Little-known Facts about Jean de Valette
6 Little-known Facts about Jean de Valette - the hero of the Great Siege and the founder of Valletta.
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offdisland
Jun 7, 20205 min read
Hiking with Kids: 5 family-friendly treks in Malta in just 90 minutes (or less)
Lately, we've all had time to slow down, stop and observe. Observe our way of life, our surroundings. Personally, we have had the...
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Matthew Camilleri
May 31, 20203 min read
The World War Two Siege of Malta in Numbers
Some key figures from the Battle for Malta during World War Two.
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Matthew Camilleri
May 25, 20206 min read
5 Reminders of the British Army in Malta
For a century and a half, Malta was to become a fortress and it is therefore no surprise that the British Army's legacy is still evident.
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Sarah Sultana
May 13, 20203 min read
Special Recipe of a 'Ftira Għawdxija' (Gozitan Ftira)
Serves: 3-4 Prep time: 45mins Cooking time: 1hr 15mins Difficulty level: Easy Whoever visited the island of Gozo is familiar with the...
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offdisland
May 9, 20204 min read
5 Benefits of Exploring Malta's Outdoors without Kids' Buggies
The weather’s nice, but cafes are closed so the promenades are full of people. Check out this family’s venture outside!
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Matthew Camilleri
May 5, 20204 min read
4 Aspects of Malta's Mysterious Sinkhole - il-Maqluba
A short distance away from the quaint village of Qrendi, lies an intriguing and mysterious geological feature: Il-Maqluba.
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Matthew Camilleri
Apr 23, 20207 min read
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.
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seychristine
Feb 24, 20204 min read
Traditional Qassatati (cheeselet pies)
This recipe explains how to make homemade mouth-watering qassatati from scratch!
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