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The first signs of life on the Maltese islands is from around 5000BC, the Phoenicians arrived at about 1000BC followed a couple of hundred years later by the Greeks. Over the centuries the islands have been invaded by and ruled by empires such as Carthage, The Romans, as well as the famous "Knights of Malta". Napolean invaded in the late 1700's and the British Empire helped remove the French in 1800. In 1814 Malta became part of the British Empire until it gained independance in 1964. The Republic of Malta is a Commenwealth Member.
Holidays in Malta are popular thanks to the warm year round climate and the fact it is only a short flight from the UK at around three and half hours. Malta makes an ideal destination for a short break or a longer holiday. Many people have winter holidays in Malta as there are usually many good value long stay holidays available.
Holidays in Malta are popular year round. The hot summers and mild winters make Malta holidays perfect for holiday anytime of the year. Malta is situated south of Sicily and north of Africa and is very historic and has many influences from different cultures.
Malta holidays are popular with scuba divers, as there are plentiful dive sites including shipwrecks and reefs. Malta is a very hospitable place where friendly locals will happily chat to you. Malta is famed for the many churches it has on the island as well as its historic past. St Johns Knights, St Paul and even our very own Queen have lived on Malta.
When you’re on holiday in Malta you will discover the beauty of the island that has attracted filmmakers to Malta. The Hollywood blockbusters Alexander, Gladiator and Troy were all filmed on Malta. Dramatic coastlines give way to the beautiful Mediterranean Sea, little fishing villages line the coast with whitewashed buildings and some resorts have golden sandy beaches.
Nightlife in Malta is sophisticated and is plentiful. It is becoming a popular stop off for partygoers. Recently there was a big free festival hosted by MTV, and acts including Lady GaGa and The Kooks have all performed on the island. Malta holidays have something for everyone be it adventure or relaxation.
