Malta
Eco-friendly travel guide to Malta advises how to be a responsible tourist. Learn how to travel in a sustainable way and how to respect the local people and culture. Make your trip green by supporting locally owned hotels, organic restaurants and other businesses. Read more on how to protect the environment by making conscientious choices and how to travel green in Malta, Europe.
- Air quality: 2.5/ 5
- Bus connections: 4 / 5
- Train connections: 3 / 5
- Hitchhiking: 3.5 / 5
- National parks: 3/ 5
- Outdoor activities: 3 / 5
- Locals' English level: 3 / 5
- Safety: 3 / 5
- Accommodation: US$80 - $300
- Budget per day: US$80 - $200
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Responsible Travel
The country of Malta is an extremely beautiful and one of the most visited tourist spots in the whole world. Every year so many tourists pay a visit to the country of Malta and experience the culture and heritage of this beautiful country. Malta is a country which is present in Europe in the central mediterranean in between Sicily and the African coast and accommodates a very huge population. The country of Malta has a very large surface area where a very huge proportion of the population resides and is a really big country on the basis of the size. The country of Malta is one of the most rapid developing countries in the whole world and as the years are passing it is getting more and more developed. The country of Malta has one of the largest economies in Europe contributing a lot of proportion towards the economy of Europe, Malta not only contributes in the economy of Europe but it also contributes in the economy of the whole world. Malta is very famous for its historical and ancient landmarks, fortresses and many more tourist spots and because of this every year so many tourists visit the country of Malta.
Tourists visiting the country of Malta should be aware of all the guidelines they should follow here as a tourist. It is very necessary to follow all the tourists guidelines in Malta as they have very strict rules and regulations and the tourists get a strict punishment if they break any laws. Tourists should throw garbage and waste into the dustbin and not on the roads or any public area as this is against the law in the country of Malta. People should not disrespect the culture of the country of Malta in any way and they should give the same amount of respect they give to their own religion. Drinking and smoking in public places of Malta should also be avoided by the tourists as all this is not at all in this country.
Air Quality and Pollution
The country of Malta is a very developed country and as the passing years it is getting more developed and because of this the air pollution and the air quality of this country is not up to the par. The air quality of the country Malta ranges between good to moderate which is quite good as compared to other countries. Earlier the country of Malta also had a very bad air quality and people started surfing from respiratory diseases. So the people of Malta opted measures to make the air quality good and reduce the rates of pollution of this country. Air quality is very important for the local people of Malta as if it is not good then they can get diagnosed with diseases like lung infection and even cancer. Some people who are sensitive to air pollutants have started using air purifiers in their home to keep them safe in the country of Malta and many have started using pollution masks whenever they went out for their work.
The country of Malta is a highly polluted country and the pollution rates are increasing day by day as the country is getting more developed. There are so many reasons for the high rates of pollution in the country of Malta and vehicles are one of the main reasons behind the increasing rates of pollution and air quality is also getting affected in the country of Malta. Vehicles cause the most amount of pollution to the environment and their usage has increased the pollution rate of Malta. Another major reason which causes pollution in the country of Malta is industries, the fumes coming out of the industries are also very harmful for the environment and thereby increasing the pollution rates in Malta. It is very important to opt ways so that the pollution of the country Malta could be reduced as there is a definite need to control the rates of pollution or else the local people of this country might face health issues in near future.
Respect the Culture
The Local People of the country Malta are very conscious when it comes to respecting their culture and beliefs. There are so many rules and regulations made by the government of Malta regarding respecting the culture. The local people of the country Malta are known for their punctuality and they are always on time to do any of their work. Roman Catholicism is the religion which is followed by the local people of the country Malta and for them the respect of religion is extremely important. So many Festivals in Malta are celebrated and in them their traditional music is being played on which the people dance and enjoy. The local people of Malta eat traditional food on special occasions and are very fond of drinking beer in any of their festivals. Malta has a very ancient and rich heritage of culture and the past of this country is full of pride and devotion. The people who lived in Malta in the early days were very hardworking and devoted, they worked day and night to raise the economy of this country and also contribute towards the development of the country.
It is very important for the tourists to respect the culture of Malta as everyone should respect every culture. The best thing tourists can do is they can get involved in the festivals and cultural programs to get to know the culture of the country Malta properly. This will help the tourists in knowing all the rules and regulations regarding the culture and they will get all the information about the culture of Malta also.
Top 10 Places to Visit
The country of Malta has a very large surface area and it has so many beautiful and fascinating places to visit. The country of Malta is full of tourist attraction spots and the tourists need almost 2-3 weeks to visit the best attraction places in Malta. Names of top 10 places that the tourists should definitely visit when they are on a trip to the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Comino - Comino is a very small island which is present near to the country of Malta which has a population of around 35000 having an surface area of about 3.5 square kilometres.
- Azure Window (collapsed natural arch) - Azure Window which is also known by the name of Dwejra Window is present in the region of San Lawrenz of the country Malta which has a height of around 28 metres.
- Blue Lagoon - Blue Lagoon is also a very small Islay which is present in the country of Malta and is a very popular tourist attraction spot, the water bodies which are present in this island are clean and blue in colour and that's why it is named as blue Lagoon
- Ħaġar Qim - Ħaġar Qim is one of the most ancient and historical archaeological sites which is present in the region of Qrendi of the country Malta and it comes under the world heritage sites of the world.
- Ġgantija Temples - Ġgantija Temples is also one of those destinations which is a ancient megalithic temple complex present in the region of Xaghra of the country Malta, Ggantija Temples is a very popular tourist spots and tourists should definitely visit this place.
- St Paul’s Catacombs - St Paul’s Catacombs is another very ancient archaeological site which is present in the region of Ir-Rabat of the country Malta, here visitors will get to see so many ancient stone paintings.
- Inland Sea Divesite - Inland Sea Divesite is a hidden lagoon where visitors can do deep sea diving and swimming which is present in the region of San Lawarenz of the country Malta.
- Mosta Rotunda - Mosta Rotunda is a church which is present in the region of Mosta of the country Malta, the architecture of Mosta Rotunda will definitely fascinate the tourists.
- Balluta Bay - Balluta bay is a place where people can play various water sports and do various water activities which is present in the country of Malta.
- Basilica of the National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta' Pinu - Basilica of the National Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of Ta' Pinu is a catholic church which is present in the region of Gharb of the country Malta and is a very famous tourist spot present in this country.
Explore
The country of Malta is a really big country and there are so many places that the tourists can visit in this country during their trip. In one visit no-one can explore the country of Malta properly but one should definitely cover those places which are famous and where so many people visit during their trip. When any tourist is on a trip to the country of Malta then he/she should definitely try to explore as many places as possible because this will help them get to know some more interesting places which are present in this country. Tourists can seek help from the local people of the country Malta in exploration as all of them are aware of the must visit places which are present in the country of Malta, the tourists can also take help from the internet by searching the place that they can visit in Malta.
City Parks
There are so many city parks which are present in the country of Malta and every has its own significance and speciality. These parks are present in every locality of Malta so that people can visit here to enjoy and relax themselves on the off days. Some of the most popular city parks present in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Upper Barrakka Gardens - Upper Barrakka Gardens is a city park which is present in the region of Valletta of the country Malta, this city park of malta has a good sitting area where the visitors can sit and relax and this park also has a fountain and it's sound will definitely help them to reduce the stress.
- Sant'Antnin Family Park - Sant'Antnin Family Park is a perfect destination for the families to visit which is present in the region of Wied il-Għajn of the country Malta, this city park is mostly visited by the families as this park has a very huge surface area for the kids to play.
National Parks
The country of Malta has various national parks and wildlife sanctuaries which has so many animals and plant species. In the national parks of Malta all the species of flora and fauna are maintained very nicely and kept safe so that interaction of humans from these species can not take place. Some of the national parks which are present in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Ta' Qali National Park - Ta' Qali National Park is one of the most famous national parks which is present in the region of Attard of the country Malta, this national park is a must visit place for the tourists in Malta as here they will get to see so many different varieties and species of plants and animals.
- Wied Għollieqa Nature Reserve - Wied Għollieqa Nature Reserve is also one of the best nature reserves which is present in the region of San Gwann of the country Malta, in this nature reserve visitors will get to see so many different species of birds and insects.
Beaches
Beaches are favourites among the families of the country Malta and on weekends so many families can be seen visiting their nearby beaches and enjoying. Every state and city of the country Malta has beaches and some of the popular beaches of Malta are mentioned below
- Armier Bay and Little Armier- Armier Bay and Little Armier has two beaches which are present in the northern region of the country Malta, these two beaches are always occupied by the visitors as these beaches are one of the most popular beaches which are present in the country of Malta.
- Ġnejna Bay- Ġnejna Bay is also a very good beach which is present in the western coast of the country Malta, Ġnejna Bay is perfect for a family outing where people can play outdoor sports and they can also go on picnics with their families.
Landmarks
So many ancient and historical landmarks can be seen in the country of Malta and all these landmarks have their own significance. These landmarks just describe the history of the country Malta and every year so many tourists visit the important landmarks which are present in this country. Some of the popular and important landmarks of Malta are mentioned below
- St. John's Co-Cathedral - St. John's Co-Cathedral is a very beautiful looking church which is also present in the region of Valletta of the country Malta, the interior of this sixteenth century cathedral is still in such a good condition which shows how nicely it is maintained.
- Grandmaster Palace Courtyard - Grandmaster Palace Courtyard is also a very historical landmark which is also present in the region of Valletta of the country Malta, this historical landmark was opened for public display in the eighteenth century under the orders of the great rules of Malta St John.
Museums
Museums are the best places to visit in Malta where people get to know so many things about the past . The country of Malta also has so many informative museums where tourists can visit and gain so much information. Some of the most popular museums in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- National Museum Of Archaeology - National Museum Of Archaeology is a very popular museum which is present in the region of Valletta of the country Malta, this museum has some fantastic pieces of stones which were excavated so many decades ago.
- Malta Postal Museum - Malta Postal Museum is another very famous museum which is also present in the region of Valletta of the country Malta, this museum has a very huge collection of postal artifacts and art pieces which are kept on display in this museum for the visitors.
Eat
Food is an extremely important and basic entity in each and everyone's life and the local people of the country Malta are also very concerned about what they are eating in their day to day lifestyle. And there are so many different kinds of traditional foods which are being consumed by the local people of the country Malta and most of them are very delicious and taste really good. Tourists who are on a trip to the country of Malta can also consume these dishes in any of the restaurants which are present in this country. There are so many good restaurants which are present in the country of Malta and they provide very delicious food to their visitors. The restaurants in Malta have cuisines of various countries and the visitor can choose any one of that cuisine as per their choice and taste. The rates of all the restaurants in Malta are different and it depends upon the popularity of the restaurant and also the quality of food provided by the restaurant. People can choose any restaurant of their choice and select the cuisine and eat the food they want to eat in the country Malta. If tourists are interested in eating Maltese food then they can select any of the dishes from the Maltese cuisine in any of the restaurants and try the traditional and local food of the country Malta. Maltese cuisine is a very nice cuisine which has so many different kinds of dishes whether it be veg, non veg, sweet, spicy and many more. Some of the traditional and most popular dishes which are being consumed in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Lampuki Pie (fish pie)
- Rabbit Stew
- Bragioli (beef olives)
- Kaputana
- Widow's Soup
Drink
Drinks are consumed usually with meals or breakfast in the morning and the local people of the country Malta are very fond of consuming drinks whether it be alcoholic or non alcoholic. Non alcoholic drinks are more commonly consumed in the country of Malta as there is an age restriction and after the age of 17 only anyone can consume alcohol. Age restriction on smoking is also there in the country of Malta and people can only smoke cigarettes after an age of 17-18. Coffee is one of the most consumed drinks in the whole but and similarly in the country of Malta also coffee is one of the most consumed drinks by the local people of this country. The local people of the country Malta prefer to start their day with consuming coffee or any other caffeinated drink as it keeps them energised throughout the day. In the country of Malta both the local people and the tourists will get so many different types of caffeinated drinks and each caffeinated drink has a different taste and flavour. Fruit juices are also very common amongst the local people of the country Malta who are concerned towards their fitness. Tea and milk are also consumed by the local people of the country Malta very often, tea is more oftenly consumed during ceremonies and festivals in Malta. Alcoholic drinks are also being drinked in the country of Malta and they are more oftenly consumed during parties and special occasions. Names of alcoholic drinks which are being consumed in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Cisk Lager (beer)
- Lord Chambray(craft beer)
- Farsons Blue Label & Hopleaf Pale Ale
- Farsons Traditional Shandy
Tap-water
The quality of tap water is different in all the countries but in almost all the countries tap water is not good to drink but in the country of Malta the tap water is quite safe to drink specially the prime States and cities of Malta. In most of the places of the country Malta consumption of tap water is very common and the water coming from the tap is considered to be as safe to drink. So many people prefer tap water over mineral water in the country of Malta as in so many research tap water was proved better than the mineral water in this country. Although in some states and cities tap of Malta water contains nitrates and chlorine which makes it unfit for consumption. Nitrate levels in tap water of some localities of Malta were found to be really high and consuming this water can cause health problems. So many people of the country Malta are using water purifiers to filter these harmful chemicals from the tap water and then consume it in their daily activities. Packaged water bottles are also being used by the local people of the country Malta but it's consumption is very less as the water quality in most of the localities of Malta are good.
Activities
The country of Malta is a very big country and there are so many things to explore and visit here in this country both for the tourists and also for the local people of this country. Football is the national sport of the country Malta and people are very fond of playing this sport whenever they are free. There are some football stadiums which are present in the country of Malta and people can go and watch matches of their favourite teams and clubs over these football stadiums. As a tourist one has so many places to visit when they are on a trip to the beautiful country of Malta although in one trip all those places cannot be visited and it requires so much time to visit them all. People can do so many adventurous activities in the country Malta like snorkeling, jungle safari, hiking and many more so this place is a really good option for adventure lovers to visit. For relaxing and reducing the stress people can visit the various city parks or beaches of Malta and many local people of this country visit these places very frequently. There are so many national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in the country of Malta where nature lovers can go and see the wide varieties of animals and plants which they might not be able to see in their own region or country. So many landmarks and museums are also present in the country Malta which signifies about the culture and rich heritage of this country.
Accommodation
By the word accommodation one can understand about the place where they can live and reside, if any tourists is planning a trip to the country of Malta then accommodation is the first thing tourists will look over the internet. Choice of the accommodation is done mainly by tourists who are planning a trip to the country of Malta and they should choose the mode of accommodation very carefully. If any tourist is planning a trip to the country of Malta then he/she has so many modes of accommodation where they can reside throughout their trip. Choice of the accommodation should be done very wisely in Malta and as per the requirement of the individual and budget. Some modes of accommodation are a bit expensive in the country Malta and have so many facilities for their visitors so that they can never get bored while residing here. Some modes of accommodation are quite cheap in Malta and they do not contain any such activities where people can enjoy and spend their time. Hotels are the most used and choosen modes of accommodation in the country of Malta by the tourists as they have full of other activities for their tourists so that they can never get bored. Hostels and guest houses are also the mode of accommodation which are present in the country of Malta but are used less when compared to the hotels. Another mode of accommodation which is used mostly by the local people of the country Malta but sometimes by certain tourists also are apartments.
Green Hotels
Green hotels also termed to be as environmental friendly hotels which have contributed so much towards the welfare of the environment of not only Malta but of the whole world. A normal hotel causes so much pollution and harm to the environment and this approach has totally changed the trend of hotels in the country of Malta. Companies and authorities which are present in the country of Malta are now opting to make a hotel which is eco-friendly and is good for the environment. Like other countries the country of Malta also has so many green hotels which shows that the people of this country are very concerned towards the environment. Some hotels which are present in the country of Malta are using electricity which is being generated by the use of waste materials and this is really helpful for the environment. The country of Malta has successfully generated electricity from waste products and generating electricity by waste products gives so many benefits as the waste products are getting used in a correct way rather than degrading the environment. Soaps and shampoos which are available in these hotels of Malta for the use of visitors are organic and are made from natural components which also contributes towards the environment. Beds present here in the green hotels of Malta will not be of wood and it would be of some other material as cutting of wood is harmful for the environment and trees are extremely important so as to maintain a healthy environment. There are so many green hotels which are present in the country of Malta some of them are mentioned below
- Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta
- Green grove guest house
- Radisson Blu Resort & Spa
- Hilton Malta
- InterContinental Malta
Hostels and Guest Houses
Hostels are good for female tourists and visitors if considered about the safety measures in the country of Malta. Hostels are very comfortable and absolutely safe mode of accommodation and females can book any hostel of their choice in the country of Malta very easily online over the website. Sites are available for the hostets present in Malta where the tourists can easily book any hostel as per their requirement and the number of people they are. The country of Malta has so many hostels and they have all the necessary facilities which the tourists want. The hostels of Malta provide 3 meals in a day which include breakfast, lunch and dinner but the menu will be decided by the staff of the hostel. Names of some of the hostels which are present in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Marco Polo Hostel
- Inhawi Hostel
- Boho hostel
- PV hostel
- Hostel Malti
Guest houses are another mode of accommodation which people can choose to reside or live when they are in the country of Malta. The country of Malta has lots of guest houses for the visitors and outsiders and they can book these guest houses online very easily and conveniently. The guest houses in Malta although have less facilities compared to hotels but still people who do not require any of those activities choose this mode of accommodation. Guest houses of Malta provide 3 meals in a day which starts with breakfast and ends with dinner and the quality of food which is served at these guest houses are also quite good. Tourists or visitors can ask the staff of the guest house for the change in the menu if they did not find the food as per their choice and the staff of most of the guest houses in Malta are kind enough to listen to their customers and help them. There are so many guest houses which are present in the country of Malta, names of some of the guest houses of Malta are mentioned below
- Tarona Guesthouse
- Buccaneers Boutique Guesthouse
- Lidda butts inn
- Maria townhouse
- Five trees
Apartments
This mode of accommodation is mainly used by the local people of the country Malta who don't have enough money to construct their own house. Apartments are a very good option for the middle class people of the country Malta as they can afford this mode of accommodation quite easily and local people of Malta do not have to pay so much money to live over these apartments. Apartments are way more cheaper than purchasing a house in the country Malta although the facilities are somewhat similar. Malta is a country where there are so many apartments and multistorey
Buildings where so many people can reside at a time, one apartment in Malta has approximately 18-20 floors and it can also be more than that. The rates of the apartment in Malta may vary on the basis of the locality and the number of bedrooms. 3BHK apartments are the most expensive apartments in Malta as it has 3 bedrooms, whereas 1BHK is the cheapest apartment of Malta one can get as it has only one bedroom and 2 people can live very easily over here. Some tourists who are on a long office trip to the country of Malta can also rent apartments as it would prove more cheaper than living in the hotels. Renting of the apartment is very easy if anyone is in the country Malta as one just needs to contact the agencies and they will help the visitors to get the apartment. Names of some of the apartments which are present in the country of Malta are mentioned below
- Dolman complex apartments
- Pebbles Boutique Aparthotel
- Hub apartment
- Valletta kursara port view
Couchsurfing
Local people of the country Malta are humble enough when it comes to giving hospitality to their friends and relatives. Any tourist who has a relative or a friend in the country of Malta will get so many benefits as the relative can help in so many ways. Couch surfing is a very common practice done by the local people of the country Malta and they don't mind providing hospitality to their near ones. Tourists will get so many benefits when they live in their relative's place in Malta and whenever they will face any kinds of difficulties during their trip they can take help from the local people. These tourists will not need to get worried about the accommodation in the country Malta as they already have a place to live which is of their friend's or relative's accommodation. Locals will help their visitors in suggesting the best places in the country Malta which they should definitely visit. Local relatives will also be aware of all the traditional foods of the country Malta and they will also know how to make it. So the visitors will not need to go to any restaurant in Malta as they will get to eat the traditional food here only. Couch surfing is very budget friendly and an effective practice in the country of Malta as the visitors don't need to book any accommodation and also they don't need to go to the restaurants to eat food, they already have facilities to live and eat.
Camping
Camping is an adventurous activity which many people do and in the country of Malta also there are some places which help people fulfill their urge of camping. There are so many places or camping centres in the country of Malta which are covered by forest and steep valleys and these are places where camping can be done. Camping is a very difficult and challenging activity to practice which should only be practiced with a group of people but the camping centres which are present in the country of Malta have made it extremely easy. The practice of camping needs precision and experience and if any individual is practicing it for the first time in their lives then he/she should take any expert's advice first and then should do camping in Malta. There are many organisations in the country of Malta and agencies which provide space to the people who want to practice camping. The camping centres of Malta provide the visitors with tents and rest they have to do it on their own. These camping centres of Malta charge money only for the space they provide and tent is optional, if anyone wants to take tents then additional charges will be charged by the organisations. Tourists can also opt for this mode of accommodation in the country of Malta but they need to be very careful and need to follow all the rules and regulations which are required to do camping. When any individual is planning to camp in Malta then he/she should also know how to cook and make their own food in Camping.
Regions
Cities
Getting There and Moving Around
Reaching to the country of Malta is quite easy and there are so many modes of transportation which are available in this country through which traveling becomes really easy. Tourists only have one option to reach the country of Malta which is air transportation as other modes of transportation will take many days to reach Malta. Air transportation is a very rapid and also most opted mode of transportation in Malta when anyone wants to cover a longer distance at a very less amount of time. Direct flights are available for the country Malta and flights from every country land and take off from the international airports of Malta.
The local people of the country Malta have so many ways to travel inside this country and mainly public transportation is used the most as it is very cheap and convenient. People can hire taxis in Malta if they want to reach their destination in a very less time. Cable cars are also available in the country of Malta which runs on electricity and it is a very cheap mode of transportation in Malta. For outsiders or tourists, taxi is the best mode of transportation if they want to travel to any of their desired destinations in Malta. Buses are also available for transportation in the country of Malta and it is one of the most used transportation in this country.
Air
Air transportation in the country of Malta is very well developed and this country is very nicely connected to all the other countries due to this mode of transportation. Traveling through this mode in Malta is very costly and the charges are very high but if anyone who has to cover a very long distance should opt for this mode of transportation only. Airplanes are one of the most convenient modes of transportation in Malta and traveling in them is very comfortable. In the country of Malta there are three airports including 1 international airport and two domestic airports on which flights from all over the world lands and departures. The two domestic airports which are present in the country of Malta are also very helpful for the people as from here they can board flights to most of the developed States and cities of Malta. Some airports of the country Malta provide free bus facilities which take passengers out of the airport and drop to their desired location. This facility is mainly started for people who came from another country to Malta and are unaware about public transportation. Every airplane has different classes and every class has a different fare when anyone is traveling in the airplanes of Malta. Economy class is the cheapest class of the airplane and business class is a bit costlier than the economy class in Malta. There are 3 airports which are present in the country of Malta and names of them are mentioned below
- Heliport Airport
- Gozo heliport airport
- Malta International Airport
Bus
Road transportation in the country of Malta is very well connected and developed and is one of the most used transportation by the local people of Malta. There are so many buses running inside the country of Malta which connect the various developed States and cities of the whole country. There are both government buses and private buses which are runned by some private agencies and authorities in the country of Malta. Buses are one of the cheapest modes of transportation which are available in Malta and are mostly used by the middle class people as they cannot afford a taxi every day to travel in this country. Buses are very convenient if anyone wants to travel in the country of Malta and travelling through buses is also very comfortable. The buses of the country Malta are always on time and are extremely punctual so that their passengers should always reach their respective destination at time without any time delay. Every city and state of the country Malta has so many bus stations and so many buses are running on one route only as the population of this country is quite high. Buses are a very good option for tourists who are on a trip to the country of Malta also as they are unaware of the routes and the bus will drop them wherever they want to go. Every locality and city has so many bus stations in Malta and from every station passengers can travel in their respective buses, some of the bus stations which are present in country of Malta are mentioned below
- Ghajn Tuffieha Bus Terminus
- Zabbar Bus Station
- Birgu Centre
- Ferries 5
- Marsaskala
Train
There are no trains available for transportation when we talk about the country of Malta and this is a matter of concern for the local people of this country. Although for the tourists Malta fun trains is a very popular agency which helps the tourists to cover all the popular tourist attraction spots which are present in the country of Malta. The government of the country Malta is looking to bring back the railways because of the increasing population, the other modes of transportation of the country Malta are not able to fulfill the transportation requirements of Malta.
Hitchhiking
Hitchhiking is a very common practice which is practised in the country of Malta and so many people can be seen practicing it regularly. On every road of the country Malta there is an emergency lane where anyone can stand and ask for hitchhiking if they are in any sort of help. Although some people are afraid of practicing it in Malta as there is always a risk of a wrong person who can rob. In recent times there were so many people who asked for hitchhiking and then robbed the person in the country of Malta. So because of all these robbery cases in Malta this practice is only being practiced now in any medical or any other emergency. If people asking for help in Malta are good then hitchhiking is a really good practice as it helps in making new friends. Tourists can opt for this practice as they are unaware of the public transportation system which is available in the country of Malta. On the way tourists can ask them about the modes of transportation available in Malta. They can also ask them about the places that they should definitely pay a visit in the country of Malta and this will help them to have a good trip. This practice can help the people reach their destination very quickly as the roads of the country Malta are very well developed and the people are also very aware of the routes.
Others
Other modes of transportation are also available in the country of Malta through which people can travel from one place to another. Taxi is one such method of transportation in the country of Malta which is mostly used by the people who are unaware about any other modes of transportation to travel in this country. There are so many taxi renting companies and agencies in Malta which provide people with taxis. People in Malta can hire them with the driver or without the driver, people who are aware of the routes do not opt for drivers while the tourists who are on a trip to Malta opt for drivers as they do not know anything about the routes of this country. People can easily hire taxis through online websites and also by directly contacting the agencies which are present in Malta. Another mode to travel in the country of Malta is by cable cars, these cable cars run on electricity and cover a very short route but this mode of transportation is not only economical but it is also very convenient when anyone is traveling in the country of Malta. These cars run over the tracks and the tracks are still very nicely maintained in the country of Malta. Both of these modes of transportation are widely used by the local people of the country Malta and are very convenient. This mode of transportation in Malta is considered to be one of the most reliable and punctual modes of transportation which is present in this country.
Sustainable Shopping
Sustainable shopping is a very good and effective way so as to protect the environment from degradation and also contribute towards its safety and welfare. By the terminology sustainable shopping one can simply understand that purchasing of such products or commodities which are made or derived from the organic or eco-friendly materials and methods which are just do safe for the environment. In the country of Malta there are so many eco stores from where one can easily purchase such products and contribute towards the environment. In the manufacture of these products enhanced technologies and expertise is required which are available in the country of Malta. These products are very cheap and safe for the use of human beings as they are not made up of any chemicals which are harmful for the local people of the country Malta. Clothes are also available in the country of Malta nowadays which are made up of substances which are eco-friendly and later it can get degraded easily. Organic food stuffs are also available in the country Malta which are absolutely free from any chemical which is harmful for the human body. These kinds of food stuffs and products are very good and healthy for the consumption of the kids as nowadays every food products have so many chemical compounds inside it which can cause so many health complexities in the kids. The local people of the country Malta have now started using products which are eco-friendly as they contribute towards the environment and are also safe for the use of humans. There are so many eco stores in which are present in the country of Malta, names of some of the eco stores of this country are mentioned below
- CORE GREEN: organic + fairtrade
- Just Organic
- ReRoot Malta
- Naturali Organic Malta
- Eco Market Malta
- Sattva Health Shop
Recycling
Recycling of materials has now become very important so as to save our environment as there are so many materials which have the capability of degrading the environment. Recycling of waste specially non biodegradable waste is extremely important as this waste is the main reason behind the increasing rates of environmental degradation in not only Malta but in the whole world. The local people of the country Malta have made so many machines and have so many reliable methods through which these kinds of waste can be recycled very easily. When it comes to technology the country of maltay is very ahead and has so many techniques and methods through which they can easily recycle any kind of material. By recycling the non biodegradable waste the country of Malta is saving the environment from degradation. Some authorities of the country Malta are trying to make something useful from this waste and at some they have got success also. There are some hotels in Malta which are using electricity which is generated by certain kinds of waste products. Some companies of the country Malta also got successful as they managed to make clothes out of this waste and these clothes are eco-friendly. Local people of Malta are also getting involved in this recycling campaign and helping the authorities in the process of recycling as this method is extremely effective for the environment.
Waste
Management of waste is one of the most important factors so as to protect the environment from degradation and in recent years the country of Malta has been exceptionally well in management of waste. The Government of Malta is trying very hard and started opting measures for the proper management of any kind of waste in this country. There are so many agencies and companies which contribute to the waste management of the country of Malta. And as the years are progressing the number of these agencies and companies are increasing in the country of Malta. The companies present in Malta are aware of all the ideal and correct methods for the disposal of any kind of waste without causing any harm to the environment. The companies of the country Malta have all the enhanced techniques and methods through which they can dispose every kind of waste material whether it be electronic items or plastic substances. All these companies of Malta are awaring the local people of the country about the basic techniques they can follow for their waste disposal.
Work and Study Abroad
The country of Malta has a very big population and the opportunity of getting a job in this country is comparatively quite less. The local people of Malta need to work really to get a decent job so as to earn money and make their living. But in comparison to other countries the percentage of getting a job to the individual is high in the country of Malta and the government is also trying very hard to increase the job opportunities. The country of Malta has so many renowned universities which provide their students opportunities to help them settle abroad. Although if any student wants to settle abroad then from the country Malta then it needs so much money to get settled abroad. A middle class kid from Malta cannot afford all these expenses so the only option left is showcasing the talent and then they might get selected by the University for this program. Although the universities which are present in the country of Malta provide a very quality education to their students so that one can easily get successful in this country also if he/she has talent and capabilities.
Exchange Student
Malta is a very good country when considered about it's Universities and education system. Every year so many universities of the country Malta carry exchange programs and give chances to the students of other countries to study in their universities. Education system of the country Malta is considered to be one of the best education systems in the entire world and students from all over the world come and study in this country. Mainly students who are living in a country whose quality of education is not as per their requirement enroll themselves in the universities of Malta to get the perfect education for them. Education in Malta is costly and one needs a good amount of money for the enrollment in the best universities of Malta. Scholarship programs are also being carried out in the country of Malta so that students which are not financially stable can also get the equal opportunity and get quality education. Students can enroll themselves for the exchange programs on the online sites of the universities of Malta. Some of the well known universities which are present in the country of malta are mentioned below
- Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology
- Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS)
- St. Martin's Institute of Higher Education
- United Campus of Malta
- Malta Institute of Taxation
Au Pair
Au pairing companies have provided jobs to so many unemployed and help them earn their living when we talk about the country of Malta. These companies have increased the job opportunities in the country Malta and helped so many people who were not getting jobs. Anyone who wants to get jobs from au pairing companies in Malta needs to enroll themselves in these au pairing companies. One can easily enroll themselves on their online sites and they just need to put some personal information, the kind of jobs they can do and in which part of the country Malta they want to do the job. Jobs provided by these companies in Malta are not permanent and the wages provided to the people are also quite low. In these low wages making a living in a country like Malta is very difficult so the people also need to do some other work so as to earn more money. Work provided by these companies are Nany's who help in taking care of infants of the people who don't have time for their kids because of workload. Job of a caretaker is also available in the country Malta who can do any kind of household work whether it be cooking, cleaning the house, taking care of kids and many more.
Volunteering
This method is mostly opted by the students who have just passed their University exams and want to do a job in the country of Malta. Getting a job through volunteering is not so easy as the competition in this practice is really high and one should be very confident and talented so as to get a decent job in the country of Malta. Volunteering can be done in any of the renowned companies which are present in Malta to showcase the capabilities so as to get a permanent place in that company. Volunteering is quite a tough thing to do as candidates have to work for 10-12 hours with all the intensity and commitment in a day and that too at very low wages. Every year so many freshers get a good job in the country of maltay after doing this practice and earn a decent amount of money. Volunteers are requested to follow all the rules and regulations which are made by the companies of Malta and have to be very strict with themselves so that they cannot commit any mistake and give more than hundred percent so as to get a permanent job in that particular company or industry. Anyone who is practicing volunteering has no room for committing errors as one error can take away their opportunity to get a job in Malta.