More than one guide book mentions the fact that Malta is the sort of place that tourists will either love or hate. Well – we loved it. True, if a sandy beach is all you crave for then you might wish to settle for the Costa del Sol. However, there is a lot to see and do in Malta. Here are some general observations:
– Friendly and hospital people who are pro British and passionate about UK football teams
– Anyone from Britain should feel at home here
– The telephone boxes and post boxes might look familiar
– They drive on the left – hurrah
– English spoken by almost everyone
– Old people looked after and respected ( younger folk give up their seat on the bus for the elders – we used to do that in the UK once – remember? )
– UK plugs and sockets
– You can buy a Mr Whippy ice cream
– Excellent cuisine and some good Maltese pastries
– Civilised, relaxed and laid back atmosphere
– The Yellow buses – an unforgettable experience
– You can get a Mc Donalds, a Turkish kebab, a Chinese take away, shop at M&S, Doroth Perkins or Boots and a host of familiar trappings that will make you feel at home.
Bad Points
We will try and think of some………
You could do a lot worse than Malta. Give the Maltese your holiday money this year. You won’t be disappointed.
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