MALTA PRESS COVERAGE NOVEMBER 2017
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Malta Yellow News Selling Travel (Web) 09 November 2017 N/A 760 20
Destination news from WTM 2017 Destination news from WTM 2017 : Antigua "The best way to support the re-building of Barbuda is to visit Antigua," said the island's new Minister of Tourism, Foreign Affairs and Immigration, the Honourable Henry Charles Fernandez. The Minister reported that Antigua is open for business having escaped the worst of Hurricane Irma. All hotels are open and since a few were previously closed for refurbishment the island's hotel stock is actually in better shape than ever. Hodges Bay Resort & Spa will open in early 2018. Cook Islands The Pacific destination's key objective is to talk to agents and they will continue getting out and about around the UK to increase awareness and knowledge of the destination. Next May will see the destination's first travel agent fam going out to the islands with Air New Zealand. Chicago Flight capacity to Chicago is increasing with new Norwegian flights to Chicago O'Hare launching from London in March and American Airlines upgrading its service Manchester to Chicago service with a new Boeing 787. The destination hopes the increase in capacity will boost long weekend stays and open the market. Fort Lauderdale The much-anticipated new Brightline train service connecting Miami to Fort Lauderdale will launch at the end of 2017. The high-speed rail service will cut the 40-minute drive time in half and will be a more scenic and cheaper way to travel between the two cities. The West Palm Beach-Fort Lauderdale-Miami service will form Brightline's Phase I. Phase II, which will extend the train service to Orlando, is currently scheduled to launch in 2020. Norweigen is increasing flights from London Gatwick direct to Fort Lauderdale to five times weekly with BA flights due to launch in July, 2018. Fort Myers & Sanibel The southwest Florida region escaped the worst of the hurricane season with minimal impact. The destination wants to shout about its green attractions and wildlife such as turtles, dolphins, manatees and migratory birds. Tamara Pigott, Executive Director of Lee County CVB says: "We are all about eco tourism and this is what makes us different from other sun and sea destinations." The region's turtle season runs from May to October and thanks to the absence of street lights nesting turtles have a high success rate. 70% of Sanibel Island is conserved and out of the region's other 100-odd islands only eight have accommodation. Looking ahead to 2018, ground has been broken on a new Marriott Autograph Collection property in downtown Fort Myers. Indonesia The country is looking to promote destinations beyond Bali for 2018. Alternatives agents could push include spectacular diving in Sulawesi's Wakatobi; trekking up active volcano Mount Bromo in Java; the beaches, diving and wildlife of Komodo Island; and Asia's largest lake - Lake Toba in Sumatra. Jordan The country is pushing experiential travel and wants to position itself as an authentic experience. "Our biggest resource is our people and our culture," said Mahmoud Freihat, Marketing Area Nanager, Jordan Tourism Board. "We want to help visitors to meet the locals and experience real Jordan by learning how to cook our food, make our crafts and experience our hospitality by booking into a homestay." Jordan's newest attraction is the J Trail, a 430 mile hiking trail from running between north and south through 52 communities and including Petra, the Dead Sea and Aqaba. The trail is signposted and can be undertaken with or without a guide. Accommodation along the route ranges from eco lodges and home stays to luxury hotels. Malta
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The Malta Tourism Authority has re-launched its online training website for UK and Ireland travel agents– learnmalta.org. Every six months agents who complete the five-module-course will be entered into a competition to win a three-night break for two to Malta. Agents will also be entered into a monthly draw to win an iTunes voucher worth £50. easyJet have added an additional weekly flight to its Manchester-Malta route. Operating four times a week in winter and daily in summer, the capacity increase shows rising demand for Malta, which has been named as one of the top countries in the world to visit in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2018. Air Malta will be reintroducing flights from Manchester to Malta on a weekly basis throughout the summer, starting May, 1, until October, 16, 2018. Palm Springs The Southern Californian desert city is keen to communicate that it has changed a lot of the last five years. Mary Jo Ginther, Director, Palm Spring Bureau of Tourism, said: "The Coachella festival has shifted perceptions but many agents may not realise what Palm Springs is all about – we represent cocktail culture, an easy al fresco lifestyle and a vintage feel with our mid-century modernist architecture and we are attracting an increasingly sophisticated audience." The 144-room Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs opens soon with a rooftop bar, pool and restaurant offering city, desert and mountain views. An Andaz by Hyatt is under construction and will open in summer 2018. There are also plans for boutique brand Dream Hotel to open in the city Qatar Qatar is running a competition amplifying Qatar's ‘Welcome to The World' message, following the introduction of visa-free travel. Photographing one of the Qatar-branded taxis in London and sharing it on Twitter using the handle @visitqatar and #PassportToQatar will give you the chance to win flights for two to Qatar. Taiwan China Airlines is launching direct flights between Gatwick and Taipei from December 1. The four-times-weekly service will improve UK access alongside Eva Air's direct services from Heathrow. UK visitor numbers are up 10% this year and the tourist board is hoping to continue growth in 2018 with a focus on sustainable travel, particularly cycling holidays. A 968-kilometre bike trail circles the island through dramatic, mountainous topography and can be tackled year-round, while the 2018 Taiwan Cycling Festival kicks off in September and brings together multiple cycling events. The country is also looking to attract LGBT travellers after becoming the first Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage this year. Tenerife The collapse of Monarch has had an impact on the island's UK visitor base but it's hoped that Ryan Air and Jet2.com will take on some of the routes. Speaking at WTM, Alberto Bernabe Teja, Tenerife's Councillor for Tourism and Foreign Affair Area said perceptions of Tenerife were changing but work was still to be done: "One out of three visitors to Tenerife are British and they have been a top market for us for a long time but we have seen a change in the profile of visitors, " he said. "Our five-star segment has grown over the last ten years and the perception of Tenerife is changing. Every hotel being built currently is five-star and we have developed a new concept of leisure beyond them parks and beaches." The Councillor went on to talk about high-end experiences on the island including stargazing at Mount Teide paired with a Michelin-star dinner. The island will continue its ‘No Limits' marketing message to communicate the year-round sports and activities it offers including hiking and biking. The trade will have plenty of opportunities to visit Tenerife in 2018/19 as the tourist board is hoping to bring 1,000
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agents to the island. At Tenerife's WTM party the president of Tenerife announced plans of a treaty with the Canary Islands, allowing freedom of movement between the UK post Brexit. President Carlos Alonso said: ""With the Canaries already benefiting from special measures and exemptions in EU policies, a treaty between us could ensure free movement, trade, services and capital between the island and Britain post Brexit and allow the islands to deal with the UK as a third-party country." Tobago Virgin Atlantic announced its latest project aimed at promoting Tobago. Lets Map Tobago, which will launch in January 2018, allows stakeholders and visitors to upload photos of events, places and people in a Google-style street view format. Speaking at WTM, the Minister of Tourism, Shamfa Cudjoe declared that Tobago is now ‘rebranded, refocused and ready for business' and that the new project, powered by Google, will help to open up Tobago as a destination to the rest of the world. It was also announced that Tobago will welcome a Sandals resort in 2018 while Trinidad are currently developing the Brix Hotel which is part of the Marriott Autograph Collection. Valencia The region of Valencia has reported the British market continues to grow, with numbers up around 17.1% this year (aprox 2.3 million visitors). The region, incorporating the entire Costa Blanca will be promoting the ‘Mediterraneaness' of the region with an emphasis on gastronomy, arts, culture and heritage. Unattributed[sourcelink]http://www.sellingtravel.co.uk/blog-reader/destination-news-from-wtm-2017 [/sourcelink]
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WTM 2017: City breaks to Malta `booming'' WTM 2017: City breaks to Malta ‘booming' : Malta's tourism body is aiming to propel its capital Valletta into the "Premier League" of European city breaks. UK and Ireland director for Malta Tourist Office Peter Vella said city breaks were already "booming" with three-night stays the fastest growing type of holiday in Malta. The island has enjoyed a surge in overall tourist arrivals in the last three years and is set to report increased visitor numbers again this year. The UK is no exception: 560,000 Brits travelled to the archipelago in the central Mediterranean in 2016 and this is predicted to increase by 3% by the end of 2017. Valetta has been named the European Capital of Culture for 2018 which Vella said would raise Malta's profile further. "We have ambitions to escalate Veletta to the ‘Premier League' of European city break destinations," Vella said. Speaking at WTM this week, chief executive of Malta Tourism Authority Paul Bugeja said the island was finally starting to shake its reputation as only serving an older market. The number of 25-44-year-olds visiting increased 26% this year – the highest growing age range of tourists. Air capacity is being increased with a number of new routes launching from regional airports in 2018. Air Malta will reintroduce flights on a weekly basis from Manchester to Malta from May 1. The route was discontinued at the start of summer 2017 but was reversed in line with Air Malta's growth strategy. It is one a number of new routes to launch next summer. Ryanair will begin flying to the island with two weekly flights from both Aberdeen and Belfast. Jet2 will run one flight a week from Belfast and Birmingham and easyJet will fly twice weekly from Southend. Travel Weekly coverage of World Travel Market
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Malta Yellow News AOL UK (Web) 10 November 2017 N/A 141057 3786
Cheap holidays: Where to find affordable winter sun Cheap holidays: Where to find affordable winter sun : Best winter sun destinations for bargain escapes in Europe and beyond Winter holidays are on the rise and if you too are looking for somewhere exotic and sunny to chase away the winter blues, you don't have to break the bank as some of the hottest holiday destinations are affordable this winter. The Canary Islands, North Africa and the Caribbean are among the most favourable winter sun destinations, while farther-flung spots, such as Bali and Goa, are also offering cheap winter getaways for bargain-hunters. It doesn't have to be all fly and flop either, as there's culture, history and plenty of activities to keep you entertained on a winter sun holiday. Hiking, kayaking and golfing are just three reasons to visit the Algarve (it's family-friendly too!), while shopaholics will love the markets and culture of Marrakech. And Brad and Angelina's visit to Malta put the country firmly on the map this year and there's no better time than winter to explore the cobbled streets, beautiful beaches and breathtaking countryside without the crowds. Take a look at more classic and upcoming winter sun destinations for a cheap holiday in December, January or February... Affordable winter sun holidays Unattributed[sourcelink]https://www.aol.co.uk/travel/2014/12/08/cheap-holidays-where-to-find-affordable-winter-sun/ [/sourcelink]
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Malta Yellow News Travel Guide (Web) 10 November 2017 N/A 11198 301
Top 5: Game of Thrones filming locations Top 5: Game of Thrones filming locations : While you're waiting for the highly anticipated final season of Game of Thrones, discover the global locations where the fantasy series was filmed Belfast, Northern Ireland The base for the Game of Thrones production team, the majority of location filming takes place in the capital of Northern Ireland, and a variety of companies run tours of the main sights to see. Key locations include Cushendun Caves, where the character of Melisandre gave birth to her ‘shadow assassin', as well as the filming sites of the fictional Iron Islands and Dark Hedges. South of the city, fans can visit Castle Ward, where the Winterfell scenes are filmed, as well as Tollymore Forest – best known as the place the Stark family found their direwolf puppies. How to get there Game of Thrones Tours can be booked online at www.gameofthronestours.com . Fly to Belfast International Airport; tours from Belfast meet on Chichester Street, which is a 30-minute drive from the airport. See also: Belfast city guide Dubrovnik, Croatia Perhaps the most iconic of all, Dubrovnik's UNESCO-listed Old Town is the main filming location for King's Landing, the capital of the Seven Kingdoms. Here, visitors can discover Lovrijenac Fortress (the filming location of season two's epic Battle of Blackwater), explore Trsteno Arboretum where scenes in the palace gardens were filmed, and even book a cruise on a traditional Karaka ship around the walls of the town on the same boat sailed by Mother of Dragons Daenerys Targaryen in the series. A walk around the town walls is also a must-do for any visitor to the city. How to get there Fly to Dubrovnik Airport, where a shuttle bus runs to Pile Gate in front of the Old Town or to the main bus station in Gruž Port. The Karaka Cruise can be booked at www.kingslandingdubrovnik.com . See also: Dubrovnik city guide Seville, Spain The city of Seville provides the backdrop for the Water Gardens, a palace in the fictional region of Dorne. These scenes are filmed at the Alcázar – a palace originally developed by Arab Muslim kings, and still partially used by the Spanish royal family. Other filming locations in Seville include the Roman ruins of Italica, a well-preserved amphitheatre used for the Dragonpit in King's Landing, and the plaza de toros in Osuna, which is an hour's drive from the city centre. The plaza, still in use as a bullring, was used as the fighting pit in the fictional city of Meereen. How to get there Fly to Seville Airport. From here, visitors can catch bus line EA to the city centre (journey time: 35 minutes; fare: €4) or rent a car. See also: Seville city guide Mdina, Malta Although only used in Season 1, the fortified city of Mdina in Malta provided some key filming locations for Game of Thrones. Mdina's impressive Verdala Palace set the scene for the mansion of Illyrio Mopatis, Daenerys's guardian, while the gate at Fort Ricasoli was transformed into the Gate of the Gods at King's Landing. A second Maltese fort used in the series was St Angelo, which became the dungeons of the Red Keep in King's Landing.
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Finally, the now-collapsed Azure Window in Malta was also used by the crew for the filming site of Daenerys's wedding feast. How to get there Fly to Malta International Airport, which is a 20-minute drive from Mdina. Bus route X3 also runs to the city from the airport. From the city, Verdala Palace is a 10-minute drive away, or can be reached on bus route 181. Fort Ricasoli and Fort St Angelo are both a half hour drive away, or 1h15 on the bus. See also: Malta country guide Lake Mývatn, Iceland Worlds away from the Mediterranean locations of Spain and Malta, filming in Iceland began for scenes in the uncharted territory ‘North of the Wall' from the second season onwards. Scenes were filmed in a range of locations around Mývatn, a volcanic lake in northern Iceland where the fictional wildlings, a group of semi-nomadic hunters, live. In addition to the breathtaking Gullfoss waterfall, fans can discover where the wildling camp was filmed at the Dimmuborgir lava fields. Also nearby is popular tourist attraction Grjótagjá, a small lava cave where the protagonist Jon Snow and wildling Ygritte finally get together. How to get there Fly to Akureyri Airport, where you can rent a car from one of many international operators available. Lake Mývatn is an hour's drive away, and Game of Thrones themed tours can be booked from www.icelandtravel.is . See also: Iceland country guide Unattributed[sourcelink]https://www.worldtravelguide.net/features-home/top-5-game-thrones-filming-locations [/sourcelink]
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Malta Yellow News Conference & Incentive Travel Magazine (Web) 14 November 2017 N/A 9710 261
Malta launches bid to attract more association events Malta launches bid to attract more association events : 13 November 2017 by Chantelle Dietz, Be the First to Comment Association conference organisers are being lured to the Maltese Islands with two new support schemes from Conventions Malta. International associations which do not have a representation in Malta and are considering bringing their meeting to the Islands can benefit from a subvention of â‚Ź25 per international participant up to a maximum of â‚Ź12,500 per event. Similarly, local organisations looking to host international conferences and meetings in Malta will receive support of up to â‚Ź6,500 and flights for decision makers visiting the Maltese Islands on a site inspection before choosing the destination. Both schemes apply to events taking place between 2018 and 2020 and will offer other forms of assistance, such as gifts and resources to be used during the bidding process. Events have to take place over a minimum of three nights and applicant organisations will need to meet specific eligibility criteria. Conventions Malta was set up by the Malta Tourism Authority in 2015 to promote the Maltese Islands as a destination for meetings, conferences and incentives while working closely with trade partners to carry out research, planning, product development and quality assurance. For more breaking news and in-depth features, Unattributed[sourcelink]https://www.citmagazine.com/article/1450020/malta-launches-bid-attract-association-events [/sourcelink]
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Malta Yellow News You and Your Wedding (Web) 14 November 2017 N/A 6042 70
The 7 ''it'' destinations for 2018 The 7 'it' destinations for 2018 : Great for underwater adventures
With a huge Barrier Reef that spans a whopping 185 miles, here's where to come if you want to see some serious sea life. Above sea level the beauty continues, with vibrant green rainforests and epic mountain ranges. It would make the perfect twin centre destination when paired with a US state – just take your pick!
Magical Malta
Great for a short break Small, but perfectly formed – Malta is a great European honeymoon destination. Head to the Maltese island of Comino to see the blue lagoon for yourself – although you won't be able to believe your eyes as it's like stepping into an actual postcard. If you'd prefer to be inland, Malta is packed full of beautiful cities that you can spend hours exploring. FIND OUT THE BIGGEST HONEYMOON MISTAKES AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
Tropical Mauritius
Great for sun seekers Move over Maldives, there's a new fabulous island destination in town. Okay, well it's obviously not new but it's now firmly on the honeymoon radar. The combination of heavenly beaches, crystal clear waters and luscious rainforest gives this Indian Ocean destination true paradise status. The hotels aren't short of luxury here so you're guaranteed to be waited on hand and foot. If we haven't already done enough to convince you, here are 10 more reasons to love Mauritius .
Amazing Morocco
Great for foodie couples This desert destination is only a short flight from the UK which means you'll be jet-lag free for all of the exploring. Marrakech is an amazing hub of culture and cuisine. Don't stay without visiting the incredible souks (the local markets) and be sure to sample as many traditional food dishes as possible (you can thank us later). The Royal Palm is situated outside of the city so it has a calm, tranquil feel but it's perfectly positioned for a trip into town.
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Exciting Namibia
Great for nature lovers Namibia can only be described as the safari wildcard. Not somewhere that instantly springs to mind for a honeymoon, but it's been said to be one of the best places in Africa for animal spotting. Because it's not high on the tourist hit list, you'll be indulged in peaceful resorts and an authentic African experience. Just be warned, you'll fall in love with the desert sunset.
Find out which type of safari is best for you !
Vibrant Vietnam
Great for cultural experiences Vietnam has something for everyone so it seems like a no brainer for your honeymoon list. There's the island of Phu Quoc for sun worshiping and then there's the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh City which is teeming with cultural sites, amazing museums and, very importantly, incredible restaurants. The beachfront resort, The Anam is perfectly situated in central Vietnam, so a great place to stay if you're planning on hopping around to different regions.
Luxurious Turkey
Great for all-out luxury With a unique mix of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean culture, Turkey is the place to go for an enriched holiday experience. You can surround yourself in historic wonder or simply head to the beautiful coastline – either way you'll be amazed by Turkey's beauty. We'd recommend residing at the stunning Lux* Bodrum if you're looking for a chic stay like no other – our fave parts of the resort are the outdoor cinema and swanky beach club. LEARN HOW TO MAKE YOUR HONEYMOON BUDGET GO FURTHER
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Med sun escapes Med sun escapes : The British love affair with the Med shows no sign of cooling, with countries such as Cyprus reporting an 8.6% rise in UK arrivals up to from January to August 2017 and on track for another record-breaking year. Guaranteed sunshine, beautiful beaches, accommodation to suit all budgets and short flight times – what's not to like? Malta With its capital Valletta being crowned European Capital of Culture next year, Malta is in the spotlight. The destination combines the familiar sights of red telephone boxes and British stores with a unique culture, unspoilt countryside and a warm climate. Two distinct periods of rule – the Knights of the Order of St John of Jerusalem and the British – have shaped the island's history and left a rich legacy of architecture and sights. Malta has traditionally appealed to a mature market, but its family-friendly beaches, watersports – including some of the best dive sites in the Med – outdoor activities, spas, cuisine, nightlife, festivals and range of accommodation including rustic farmhouses and boutique hotels make it ideal for all age-groups and tastes. New product: Air Malta (airmalta.com) relaunches weekly flights from Manchester to Malta from May 1, 2018. After the discontinuation of the route this summer, the decision was reversed in line with growth strategy. Cyprus The Med's third-largest island, with 10,000 years of history, more than 300 days of sunshine and Europe's cleanest bathing waters in Europe, offers many different experiences. The resorts of Larnaca, Limassol and quieter Paphos are all great bases for a stay, with easy access to the main attractions. The Tombs of the Kings, where underground burial chambers resemble vast homes, is the top sight. Also on the ‘must see' list is the ancient city kingdom of Kourion with its Greco-Roman theatre, while no visit is complete without taking a photo at Aphrodite's rock, where the goddess of love was said to have risen from the waves. Top tip: Animal lovers should head for Skarinou's Golden Donkeys Farm (goldendonkeys.com), between Larnaca and Limassol. It's home to 170 donkeys, once the island's main mode of transport. Visitors can taste donkey milk and buy cosmetics made with it. Spain The most popular destination for Brits, with magnets including buzzing Benidorm, the beautiful coastal city of Barcelona and the island of Mallorca, with enticing resorts and the elegant capital of Palma, need little introduction. For something new, suggest Alicante in Valencia, an up-and-coming region combining beach, sun and a glamorous lifestyle with historic and cultural sites. Travellers can experience the thrill of the Spanish Grand Prix with Shearings' (shearings.com) new 2018 tour. The 10-day half-board coach tour, departing May 8, is based in the resort of Santa Susanna and includes entry to both the qualifying rounds and race day near Barcelona. Sell it: The Canary Island of La Palma is a 2018 new destination for Olympic Holidays (olympicholidays.com). Seven nights B&B at the four-star Las Olas leads in from £390pp, including flights. Corsica The closest Mediterranean island to the UK remains relatively uncommercialised. With the highest mountains and most rivers of any island in the Med, it's a great destination for visitors that want to combine chill-out time with activities like canyoning, rock climbing and hiking, plus watersports along its 620-mile coastline. Ajaccio, the capital, was the birthplace of Napoleon. Its 16th century old town is filled with pastel-coloured buildings. Aleria has the remains of a Roman town and winery, while Bastia is a quaint old port town. Top tip: Known as the ‘Mountain of the Sea', Corsica's highest point is 8,891ft Monte Cintu and 20 other mountains reaching more than 6,560ft. It's a paradise for keen cyclists who can follow challenging routes such as the one used in the 2013 Tour de France. Greece
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Most visitors head straight to the sun-drenched islands. From Crete – the largest – to the iconic white buildings of Santorini and livelier islands of Rhodes, Corfu and Kos, each one is different. However, the mainland is also a delight. Halkidiki is where the Greeks holiday. Properties include the stunning five-star Eagles Palace Villas being offered by Travel2 (travel2.com) from £1,089pp with flights and a lounge pass. Four Seasons (fourseasons.com) opens its first property in Athens in spring 2018. Following a €100-million upgrade, the existing Astir Palace debuts as the 300-room Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Astir Palace. Also opening in May 2018 is Corfu's luxurious 403-room Ikos Dassia resort, featured by Caribtours (caribtours.co.uk) with all-inclusive prices from £1,129pp. New product: Mark Warner (markwarner.co.uk) is introducing foiling to its watersports programme in Kos and Rhodes for summer 2018. The thrilling new aspect to dinghy sailing and windsurfing involves hydrofoils and fins being used to increase speed. Croatia Sporting one of the sunniest coastlines in Europe, which stretches for 3,625 miles, plus more than 1,244 islands, 16 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, eight national parks and excellent regional food and wine, Croatia has a broad appeal across all markets. The jewel in the crown is Dubrovnik, the magnificent 15th century walled city that's known as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic'. Further down the coast is Split, the stylish port city and capital of the Dalmatia region that's famous for its magnificent Diocletian's Palace. Island-hopping opens up another wealth of possibilities, including lavender scented Hvar, Korcula with its vineyards and olive groves and Brac, famous for its golden horn-shaped beach. Sell it: Great Rail Journeys' (greatrail.com) Classic Croatia & Adriatic Cruise summer tour starts from £2,295pp and takes in the islands and cities of the Dalmatian coast including Dubrovnik, Hvar and Mljet National Park. Italy Sicily and Sardinia, the Mediterranean's largest and second-largest islands respectively, combine sunshine with classy sightseeing: Sicily is home to no less than seven UNESCO sites. Sardinia's glitzy Costa Esmeralda is studded with elite hotels and beautiful beaches. Simply Luxury by Travel2 (travel2.com) has added Sicily and Capri to its portfolio with 13 new properties. For clients that want to stay on the move, Arena Rail Holidays (arenatravel.com) has added two new Italian tours for summer 2018, including the eight-day Little Trains of Sardinia itinerary, departing June 2 from £1,449pp. Back on the mainland, the Adriatic coast has plenty of safe beaches that are ideal for families. Sell it: Titan's (titantravel.co.uk) new nine-day Enchanting Calabria tour will appeal to culture vultures as it explores dramatic coastlines and beautiful landscapes. From £1,499pp including flights and door-to-door transfers. Unattributed[sourcelink]http://www.sellingtravel.co.uk/med-sun-escapes [/sourcelink]
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Malta Yellow News Just About Travel (Blog) 23 November 2017 N/A 1075 29
Where the experts holiday: Peter Vella, Director UK & Ireland at the Malta Tourism Authority Where the experts holiday: Peter Vella, Director UK & Ireland at the Malta Tourism Authority : Peter Vella is the director UK & Ireland at the Malta Tourism Authority and holds a dual nationality with Malta and the UK. Here he shares his favourite destinations and forthcoming trips with Just About Travel readers and reveals why you should visit Malta What do you like to do on holiday? I love to rent old converted farmhouses in Malta and Gozo to chill out, relax, entertain and soak up the sun. I am also slightly partial to the style of Mediterranean food and wine that you find there. The whole family also look forward to being in the warm clear sea around the islands, and days out scuba diving or swimming in Comino's Blue Lagoon. Where did you last go? Shanghai, Japan and Hong Kong. That was quite an experience, especially joining 3400 mainland Chinese people on a six day cruise from Shanghai to Japan. The poolside disco was a real eye opener, with around a couple hundred people dancing Gangnam style. Shanghai and Hong Kong are impressive and culturally very different. Japan was just wonderful. Do you know where you're going this year? I celebrate a milestone birthday next summer. I have rented a huge luxury villa in Malta and have a large number of siblings, cousins and their families flying in from around the world for a reunion. I haven't seen most of my cousins since I was a teenager when we used to spend all summer together in Malta. It should be once in a lifetime experience for all of us. Of all the places you've been to, which was your favourite and why? That's a difficult one. I love the Caribbean, but I think that my fondest memory was hiring a houseboat on the Murray River in Australia and spending a few days with family and friends paddling along, stopping at wineries along the way. It was in a remote area of Australian Outback. We would berth up in the middle of nowhere for the night. It was so dark that the stars were amazingly clear and bright, even after a few glasses of wine. Which destination do you wish to travel to, but haven't yet been? I haven't made it to South America yet. I dream of touring remote parts of Argentina, Uruguay and Chile and performing the Tango in a village square at sunset. I would also like to explore Patagonia. In your own country, what would you recommend tourists see that isn't in the travel guides? In Malta, the three cities of Birgu, Cospicua and Senglea are ancient, beautiful harbour towns that are often overlooked by tourists. In the UK, it has to be the Welsh Marches, to include Herefordshire and Shropshire as well as Worcestershire. Outstanding English country side, historic old market towns and wonderful pubs. How do you plan your holiday? It depends on how complicated it is. The last one was inspired and arranged by an excellent high street travel agent. Contrary to modern thinking, they are still extremely useful. I could not have arranged the whole itinerary without one. How often do you go away? We have a family holiday at least once each year. I still have sons at school and university who go away more often than I do. In May, I usually go to Lourdes in France for a week with a group of around 60 disabled or sick people. Who do you travel with? My main family holiday is always with my wife Jill, and two sons Sam and Ben. Next year, it is going to be a different thing altogether. Where do you see tourism in your country, in 10 years? Malta is a wonderful Mediterranean country with a vibrant, unique culture and an astonishing history. It's a tiny
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place consisting of three inhabited islands, with a combined land mass which is smaller than the Isle of Wight. First time visitors are usually amazed at what they find – and then return year after year. In 10 years' time more visitors will be coming from Asia – Pacific and the Americas and promising to return again one day.
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Malta Yellow News Yahoo! UK and Ireland (Web) 24 November 2017 N/A 1030766 27668
10 beautiful winter destinations you can fly to in under four hours 10 beautiful winter destinations you can fly to in under four hours : This village in Austria's mountainous Salzkammergut region is frequently voted as one of the world's prettiest villages – and it's easy to see why. Set on the shores of the lake, its pastel-coloured houses and towering mountains are beauty personified. When you're done drinking in the views, visit the "bone house" – an extraordinary collection of painted skulls – or the spa town of Bad Ischl. [Photo: Getty] Some are all the more alluring at this time of year because they are blissfully free of summer crowds, while others look even prettier with a dusting of snow here and a scattering of Northern Lights there. From Iceland and Ibiza to Malta and Morocco, here's our pick of the places that are even better when the mercury drops – and they can all be reached in under four hours from the UK. Unattributed[sourcelink]https://www.yahoo.com/news/10-beautiful-winter-destinations-fly-slideshow-wp-161054157.html [/sourcelink]
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Malta Yellow News BreakingTravelNews (Web) 27 November 2017 N/A 8311 223
News: Malta Tourism Authority launches new gastro trail to agents News: Malta Tourism Authority launches new gastro trail to agents : Malta Tourism Authority has launched a new Gastro Trail of Malta and Gozo to highlight some of the best spots for agents to discover a culinary scene unlike anywhere in the world and share with their clients. A blend of Italian and Arabic cuisine, Malta is fast becoming one to watch for foodies and the new trail explores the restaurants, bars, farms and producers across both Malta and Gozo. Epicureans will also delight at the stunning wine offering from the small archipelago, with many producers gaining international recognition for both indigenous and blended vintages, the best of which are marked on the trail. The first in a series of themed trails, the map has been designed to be taken in bitesize chunks. Agents can use the Gastro Trail as their foodie bible to give to clients to use for their entire stay on the islands and visit each one, or simply stop off at the ones that take their fancy. Each foodie gem on the map is briefly described with details of what it has to offer - whether it be the best place to try the abundance of fresh seafood, sample traditional Maltese savoury pastries that are baked throughout the night, meet independent gourmet artisans or simply where to see local cheese being created and buy the freshest ingredients Malta has long been a favourite destination with British travellers and is now buzzing with excitement as next year the capital city, Valletta will become the 2018 European Capital of Culture. The map picks out three tantalising restaurants for atmospheric dining in the place to see and be seen next year including Michael's, a blend of traditional and cutting-edge cuisine in a wonderfully historic building; Panorama which has, as the name would suggest, a stunning panoramic vista of the Grand Harbour and The Harbour Club, famed for its seasonal and local menu as much as the waterside views.
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