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Taking the Fast Ferry to Gozo: A Ride We Won’t Forget
Take the fast ferry from Valletta to Gozo and turn the crossing into part of the adventure. Find practical tips on tickets,…
The Other Side of Malta: What to Know Before Visiting Gozo
Gozo offers a slower pace of life, dramatic coastlines and historic villages just a short ferry ride from Malta. Here is what…
The Slovak Castle That Seems to Have Stepped Out of a Storybook
Waddle into a fairytale at Bojnice Castle in Slovakia, where romantic towers, captivating history, hidden caves, and enchanting castle grounds make every…
A Quiet Escape in Valletta: Exploring the Barrakka Gardens
The Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens reveal a different side of Valletta, combining harbour views, historic monuments and peaceful paths in the…
Getting Around Valletta, Malta: A Practical Guide to Transport
Getting around Valletta is easier than you might expect. From airport transfers and public buses to ferries and exploring the capital on…
Gold, Marble and Masterpieces: Stepping Inside St. John’s Co-Cathedral
St. John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta reveals a world of golden Baroque splendor, intricate marble tombs and Caravaggio’s unforgettable masterpiece behind its surprisingly…
Best places to go in October
From Miško’s travel calendar — the months we’d pick for each place.
Where to next?
Every country we’ve written about.
1,223 penguin stones, hidden around the world
Miško’s little painted friends are waiting to be found. Find one near you — or hide your own.