Malta, Europe's Hidden Gem Island You'll Want to Recommend to the World After One Visit!

【Ultimate Malta Travel Guide】A Magical Journey to the Heart of the Mediterranean Europe's backyard? No, the heart of the Mediterranean! Malta, where have you been all my life! A knight's tale surrounded by turquoise waters! Malta is absolutely addictive! ⛺【Must-Visit Spots】 Though the "Three Blues" lost the Azure Window (collapsed in 2017), the mint-hued waters of the Blue Lagoon + bioluminescent wonders of the Blue Grotto are still worth the trip! Paired with 5500-year-old temples and Knights' castles, this is a vivid showcase of big history in a small country. Popeye Village 🛬【Travel Itinerary】: Day 1-2 Valletta for history buffs + photography lovers: Old Mint Street (Inception-like slopes) - St. John's Co-Cathedral (Baroque golden dome + Caravaggio paintings) - Upper Barrakka Gardens (noon cannon salute + Three Cities panorama) - Popeye Village (immersive movie set) Day 3 Comino Island for jelly-sea fun: Blue Lagoon snorkeling/kayaking, rent sunbeds - Speedboat tour to sea caves Day 4 Gozo Island for nature & ancient civilization: Azure Window ruins (Game of Thrones filming site) - Ġgantija Temples (older than pyramids) - Ramla Bay (red sand sunset) Day 5 Main Island loop for diverse experiences: Mdina "Silent City" (medieval streets + St. Paul's Cathedral) - Marsaxlokk fishing village (colorful luzzu boats + Sunday market) - Blue Grotto boat tour 🏨【Accommodation Guide】: Sliema: Great value, sea-view rooms €100+/night, direct buses to Valletta St Julian's: Vibrant nightlife, luxury hotels (Hilton, Kempinski) concentrated 🧡【Tips】: Cash prep: Ferries/beach chair rentals cash-only (€1-10 small bills). Sun & slip protection: Extreme UV! Bring hats + high-SPF sunscreen; water shoes for rocky shores. 😉【Seasonal Highlights】 April: International Fireworks Festival (Valletta waterfront nights). July: Jazz Festival (free street performances). October: Grape harvest (Gozo winery tastings).