Malta

Malta certainly has a lot of good things going for it. Although the island is relatively small, it is packed with a plethora of amazing features which makes it a unique and special place to live. It truly is one of a kind.

The Maltese archipelago lies practically at the centre of the Mediterranean Sea. The archipelago consists of three islands called Malta, Gozo and Comino. Malta is the largest island and its administrative centre.

Malta has a total population of around 400,000 inhabitants, over an area of 316 sq km. Its crime rate is very low and it is considered an extremely safe place to live in. The standard of living is very high and the cost of living is relatively low. The island boasts a broad range of financial services, accompanied by first-rate telecommunications systems. 

Most Maltese people are English-speaking and business is largely conducted in English, as is schooling. Getting in and out of Malta is easy, with daily flights to most major European and North African airports. The island also has state-of-the-art medical facilities in the form of state and private hospitals and clinics. Malta has been a member of the European Union since 2004. The currency is the Euro.

The weather in the Maltese Islands is typically Mediterranean, which translates into sultry, hot summers and cool, mild winters. The island’s climate means that Malta can offer sporting activities all year-round – from diving, windsurfing and golf, to tennis and squash, to sailing and horse-riding - and much, much more. Malta’s extensive coastline guarantees that swimming in the sea and relaxing on the beaches during the long summer are two of the best perks of living on the island.

Malta has been described as an ‘open-air museum’, with numerous archaeological sites dotted around the island, as well as World Heritage sites such as the capital city Valletta; so culture-lovers will enjoy exploring the island to their heart’s content. If you are a bonne viveur with an appetite for good food, Malta is the place to be, with several high-quality restaurants offering different cuisines, including traditional Maltese fare. For the shopaholics, there are retail outlets all over the islands, although the main shopping thoroughfares are concentrated in the cities of Valletta and Sliema.

At night, the island truly comes into its own with plenty of bars, casinos and nightclubs to choose from. Alternatively, you may wish to attend a theatrical or musical performance in one of Malta’s many cultural venues, both indoor and out.

Home is where the heart is. Whatever your lifestyle; whatever your needs and desires, Malta can cater for you, providing you with an exclusive way of life in a remarkable setting.