Weather

Days are still long, sunny and humid. Bring your bathing suit, sunscreen, after-sun and bug repellent. Don't forget to pack warm clothes to wear at night, when the temperature drops a little bit.

Electricity

The electrical supply is 230 volts/ 50 hertz and the three-pin rectangular plug system is used, as in Britain.

Rules

Don't wear your swimwear when you're not at the beach; it’s illegal. If you walk around in public shirtless, in your bikini top, or full bikini, you will be fined.

Language

The official languages of Malta are Maltese and English. Maltese is the national language of Malta and is of Semitic origin and written in the Latin script. See below

Water

There are no rivers in Malta. It’s safe to drink from the tap, but they use a desalination process. If you are sensitive to these issues, you should drink bottled water.

Currency

The currency in Malta is the euro.

Driving in Malta

Did you know the Maltese drive on the left? You can also find other british signs such as red-painted letter and phone boxes in the streets.

Shops

Shops are generally open from Monday to Saturday, between 09:00-13:00 and 16:00-19:00. In more touristic areas, shops are open throughout the day Mon-Sat, from 09:00-19:00 and even later.

Curious facts

Famous Movies

THU venue Fort St Elmo has appeared in films including Midnight Express, 1981’s Clash of Titan’s and more recently WWZ, Troy, and many others!

Maltese Cross

The 8 points of the Maltese Cross represent the 8 obligations of the Knights Hospitaller: to live in truth, have faith, repent one's sins, give proof of humility, love justice, be merciful, be sincere and whole-hearted, and to endure persecution.