Malta has numerous sandy and rocky beaches to offer, found all over the islands. The capital Valletta and the Old City Medina are the paradise of history lovers, whilst the more adventurous can take boat trips to the various caves at the Blue Grotto and Comino. Others simply relax by partying or taking a siesta on the cool clear turquoise waters of the Blue Lagoon.
The islands are also famous for their summer village festas where amongst fireworks, religious processions and live bands you will feel very welcomed by the friendly warm-hearted Maltese people.
The club scene in Malta has grown massively over the past few years. Internationally renowned DJ's are frequent guests all throughout the year. World-renowned DJ's, which have recently visited the islands include Carl Cox, DJ Tiesto and David Guetta. Malta's nightlife is mainly located in the central part of Malta, namely around St Julian's and Sliema, two suburbs of Valletta. These two neighborhoods host a multitude of bars, restaurants and nightclubs, next to each other, for streets on end. There are several clubs, which are really popular on the island.
Gambling temptations are also on the island with Roulette, blackjack, stud poker, Punto Banco, Chemin de Fer, horse racing, slot machines and video poker. These adult games can be played at any of 3 large casinos, in St Julians, Bugibba, and Cottonera. These casinos range in architectural style from an elegant colonial-style villa, a restored 17th century harbour-side palace (subsidiary of the Casino di Venezia in Venice, Italy) and an ultra modern seaside hotel complex.
Restaurants are plentiful and spread all over the Maltese islands. Choose from high-class restaurants, al-fresco dining and pizzerias, as well as local cafè-bars.