Malta Tourism Authority News
Malta to welcome vaccinated Brits from June
British travellers who can show proof of full vaccination will no longer have to provide a negative PCR test certificate 72 hours prior to, or on arrival in Malta.
Malta to welcome holidaymakers from mid-July
Malta will lift restrictions on all flight arrivals, including from the United Kingdom, on July 15th. British tourists will be welcome back Malta, Gozo and Comino for leisure and business trips.
New trade-facing appointment for Malta Tourism Authority
Malta Tourism Authority created a new position in the UK, trade trainer, to support trade engagement. Mimi Visheva has been appointed to the newly established position.
Michelin Guide makes Malta debut
Michelin has launched its first guide to Malta. The new guide highlights the outstanding restaurants, breadth of cuisine styles and culinary skills located across Malta, Gozo and Comino.
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Van der Merwe to lead Malta Tourism in UK & Ireland
Tolene Van der Merwe will focus on leading a London-based team to further develop and cultivate partnerships with tour operators, airlines, travel agents and niche specialists.
Hyatt signs for first property in Malta
Hyatt Regency Malta will be located only a short walk from the beach and marina, and less than 20 minutes from Malta’s international airport and the UNESCO World Heritage City of Valletta.
Large increase in British visitor numbers to Malta
It was a busy year for Malta, with Valletta name the European Capital of Culture, and the island also hosting the first European TropOut Festival in September. Boasting 300 days of sun a year, the archipelago has a wealth of history and culture, stunning landscapes and a warm climate, which makes Malta appealing to the British traveller.
Malta Tourism Authority unveils LGBTQ+ training tool to agents
Having retained for a third consecutive year the top spot on the European Rainbow Index 2018, the new training website provides in-depth information about Malta’s path to becoming an inclusive LGBTQ+ destination.
Malta Tourism Authority appoints new MICE leadership in UK
The Malta Tourism Authority has added to its UK team with the appointment of Lindsey Thorpe as the new UK & Ireland MICE manager.
Ryanair launches new Malta-Jordan connection
The airline hopes its combined operations out of Valletta will deliver 3.1 million customers next year, an increase of 15 per cent on 2018 figures.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Tourism in Malta
Halfway between Gibraltar, on the tip of the Iberian Peninsula to the west, and the Egyptian port of Alexandria to the east, Malta has for centuries been crossroads for civilisation. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole lands for a short break and discovers a culture-led destination comfortable with a rapidly growing number of visitors.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Corinthia Palace Hotel, Malta
An elder statesmen of local hospitality, and packed with elegance and luxurious charm, Corinthia Palace Hotel is an oasis at the heart of Malta. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in on this historic venue.