Less than $ 50 round trip: The destination that competes with Greece, Cyprus and Turkey - Walla! Tourism

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The island nation of southern Italy offers a winning combination of beautiful beaches and clear sea, fascinating historical sites, extreme and water sports and fine dining. Details at Walla! Tourism

Less than $ 50 round trip: The destination competes with Greece, Cyprus and Turkey

Malta, south of Italy, offers a winning combination of beautiful beaches and clear sea, fascinating historical sites, extreme and water sports and fine dining.

And we also found direct flights from Tel Aviv for $ 48 in April.

Here are 10 must-see places and attractions in the island nation

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25/02/2022

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This is what a holiday in Malta looks like (Photo: VisitMalta)

It has more than 300 days of sunshine a year, and the warm weather, along with the variety of activities offered in it, make Malta a great destination for families.

In addition, the corona index in Malta - which is open to vaccinated Israelis - is on a sharp downward trend, and as of mid-February, a total of about 120 verified per day are revealed on average.

If you were wondering if it is possible to get to Malta by direct flight - then know that the Irish low-cost carrier Rainier operates direct flights to Valletta, the capital.

In our search today we found flights for $ 48 round trip in April.

If you have decided to avoid the hustle and bustle of Greece, Turkey and Cyprus in the near future - here are 10 must-see activities and places for a tourist starting at a surprising destination in the Mediterranean basin - just a three-hour flight from Ben Gurion Airport.

Malta offers: Come to us this summer, and receive a € 200 gift

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The three cities

"Three cities" is the nickname given to three fortified cities in the northeast of the country: Birgu, Senglea and Bormla.

A visit to these cities is especially a must for those looking to discover the roots of authentic Maltese culture.

These cities boast ports, cafes, churches, squares and more.

Burmese.

One of the three cities (Photo: ShutterStock)

Gozo

Malta covers three islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino.

Of the three, Gozo Island is the most picturesque, with pastoral towns and beautiful beaches.

It is also a perfect destination for trips of various kinds.

A major attraction in the city of Victoria in Gozo is the Citadel - the fortified area of the city.

The area has been recently renovated and offers great panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, small communities and the sea.

Comino.

One of three islands in Malta (Photo: ShutterStock, Shutterstock)

The Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon does indeed live up to its promise: it is a clear blue lagoon on a white sandy beach, in a canal located between Comino and Cominto.

The lagoon is a 25-minute ferry ride from the island of Malta and is considered a famous tourist destination.

The water in it is warm in all seasons, and children can swim in it safely.

The Blue Lagoon (Photo: ShutterStock)

Popeye's village

Popeye Village was originally built as the setting for the movie "Popeye" starring Robin Williams.

Today, actors in Popeye's costumes still roam among the wooden structures, for the benefit of the children in the gang.

The place, which has become an amusement park, includes water trampolines, a boat ride and Santa's toy town where you can watch Santa's elves make toys.

Popeye's Village (Photo: ShutterStock)

Food

No list of recommendations on Malta would be complete without providing a must-see site recommendation.

So if you are a fish and seafood lover, you may want to visit one of the restaurants scattered along the harbor in the fishing village of Marsaxlokk.

The fish is fresh and the restaurants themselves are very suitable for families with children.

The restaurants that are suitable for families with children.

Marshlock Fishing Village (Photo: ShutterStock)

scuba dive

Thanks to its clear blue sea and colorful reefs, Malta is also a great place to get in a wetsuit and get going.

The country's dive sites are suitable for both beginners and advanced divers.

And among all these fish, you are also invited to dive into the remains of a 2,700-year-old sunken ship, a World War I-era warship and more.

Dive in Malta.

Gozo Island (Photo: Walla !, Jonathan Eliyahu)

water sport

You do not have to go scuba diving to experience the sea of Malta, thanks to the abundance of water sports activities offered at various sites.

It is worth noting that the sea water in Malta is also dull in winter, so you do not need a wetsuit to experience water sports.

Among the activities: kayaking, pedal boats and more.

A beauty of a way to watch the views of the islands from the sea.

You do not need a wetsuit to experience water sports.

Valletta, Malta (Photo: Walla !, Jonathan Eliyahu)

The temples Hajar Kim and Manjedra

Hagar Qim Mnajdra are some of the oldest temples in the world, dating to approximately 3,600 BC.

They have even been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and are well worth a visit, if you're in the business of history.

Hajar Im Temple (Photo: ShutterStock)

bicycle riding

Another great way to experience Malta is to rent a bike and ride along the shoreline, including up the Dingli cliffs, the highest point in the archipelago, which rises to a height of 220 meters above sea level.

In addition, cyclists can also reach Gozo, exploring the island scenery from the heights of Victoria Castle.

The highest point in the archipelago.

Dingley Cliffs (Photo: ShutterStock)

extreme sports

If you are addicted to adrenaline, Malta offers quite a few extreme sports for tourists, whether it is children or adults.

These include abseiling, omega, free posing and more.

All this, in the heart of amazing views (as long as you have the courage to open your eyes and look around).

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