Only in Malta: Police Setting a Great Example in Traffic
If you've been in Malta for long enough then you probably know that indicating turns isn't unfortunately overly common yet.
One of the reasons for this is the (near-absolute) lack of enforcement by the police,...
50 Ways to Know You’ve Become Maltese
Every country in the world has its own unique quirks, and Malta is no exception! Love them or hate them - they're here for all of us! Below is a list of 50 things...
7 Christmas Traditions in Malta that are Unmissable
As the air gets slightly colder outside and indoors starts feeling like the inside of a refrigerator, the island starts to take on a more Christmassy atmosphere, and people start preparing for the season.
Naturally, there...
How to Open a Bank Account in Malta Without Losing Hair
If you're a foreigner in Malta, odds are that you've had several of your hairs turn grey as a result of dealing with banks. Be it to open an account, get a credit card...
12 Ideas for This New Year’s Eve in Malta
We’re approaching this time of the year again. No, I’m not talking about Christmas, though the eager displays of blinking lights and Wham on the radio cannot go unnoticed. I mean the time for...
The Morning-After Pill in Malta: Mission Impossible?
As an expat, you might be baffled to learn that this question is a very valid one in Malta. Up until recently, Malta was the only European Union country where women had no access...
Living in Malta on a Shoestring? Budget Hacks for Saving your Euros
Let’s be honest, Malta is arguably one of the more comfortable European expat destinations when it comes to cheap living. Whereas in London, you might pay twice as much in rent, or pay up...
Only In Malta: When Public Transportation FAILS
While considering a move to the rock, it's tempting to think that it should be easy to get around without a car. After all, how ineffective can a bus system really be when there's only...
12 Free or Cheap Ways to Spend Spare Time in Malta
Whether you're in Malta or elsewhere in the world, finding entertainment options that don't bite a hole into your wallet can often be a challenge. From eating out to cinema and bowling - everything...
BRACE YOURSELVES: 6 Tips for Surviving Winter in Malta
The weather has started to turn. In the morning, it drips, and in the evenings, lightning takes the place of summer fireworks. For anyone who’s weathered winters in Central Europe, North America, or god forbid,...