Perfect Spring Time Activities in Malta
Ahh, the lovely spring is back! Beautiful sunshine, warm Mediterranean breeze and friendly smiles all around. Now is the perfect time to get out of the house and explore a little. That is why...
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...
Furnishing Your Home in Malta
There is something magical about a house or a flat being transformed into a home. It takes time and effort, and a whole lot of money, but in the end, is all worth it.
During...
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,...
How to Find Restaurants that Don’t Suck (in Malta)
On TripAdvisor alone, there are 1,420 restaurants listed in Malta. Considering the population of 445,000, this is one restaurant for every 313 people - insane!
And that's only the ones that are listed on Tripadvisor....
Are you Sick of Melita? Here’s a Look Into the Alternatives!
It's no surprise that Melita has managed to (pardon my French) piss off many people - be it because of their horrible customer service, because of their tendency to overcharge people and send incorrect...
Getting Social: Must-Join Facebook Groups for Expats in Malta
Living in a foreign country, both information about things that matter, as well as contacts, can be scarce - especially in the beginning.
For information, you of course have TheRealMalta.com :) But even though we...
Best Shops for Russian and Eastern European Food in Malta
Living abroad, outside your own culture and the comfort zone that comes along with it, can be difficult. Depending on how much of a challenge you have picked for yourself, the experience varies.
You could...
Foreigner in Malta? You May be Paying DOUBLE for Your Utilities!
The infamous "foreigner rate" for utilities, as it's often (incorrectly) called, is perhaps one of the major nuisances of those renting property in Malta.
And a nuisance it is - one that can cost you...
WATCH: Expat Life in Malta – a German’s Story
We sat down with Florian from Germany to talk about expat life in Malta. In the 15-minute interview, we’ll talk about the positives and the negatives of living in Malta, as well as tips...