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Mediterranean ObserverMay 25, 2026

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA), through funds jointly administered together with the Malta Tourism Authority and the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, has supported the deployment of six new electric Hyundai Kona vehicles for use by the Malta Police Force across key tourism areas in […]

Mediterranean ObserverApril 30, 2026

If you run or advise a tourism business in the Mediterranean, you are already on the frontline of climate risk, water scarcity and changing visitor expectations— even if you do not call it “sustainability” yet. At the same time, standards like GSTC, EU Ecolabel, ISO 14001 and Green Key are reshaping how destinations compete for […]

Mediterranean ObserverApril 16, 2026

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) welcomes the new tourism accommodation framework, saying it reflects principles long advocated by the industry in support of a more sustainable and higher-value tourism model. MHRA expressed support for the direction being taken by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Dr Ian Borg, together […]

Mediterranean ObserverMarch 18, 2026

The Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness (SEA) Project was presented during the second edition of the iBlue Congress by Lanzarote Islands Innovation Summit, held on 12 and 13 March 2026 at the iconic Jameos del Agua in Lanzarote, Spain. The international congress brought together policymakers, sustainability experts, tourism leaders, researchers, and island stakeholders from across the Mediterranean, […]

Mediterranean ObserverMarch 3, 2026

Following a request earlier this year by the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association, Ms. Maria Micallef, MCESD Chairperson, convened a MCESD Council meeting focused on disaster preparedness and emergency coordination, bringing together key national authorities and stakeholders. In his intervention, MHRA CEO Andrew Agius Muscat stressed that preparedness must not be viewed as a reaction to […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 28, 2026

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the Government of Malta for leading and launching Vision 2050, an important national milestone that reflects collective ambition and responsibility. Vision 2050 is not only a policy framework; it is a celebration of the Maltese people, of all those of goodwill who want to ensure that what […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 26, 2026

The Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness (SEA) Project was presented during the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) National Conference, titled “The EU Ecolabel: The Official Standard for Green Tourism in Malta”, held in Rabat, Malta, on 19 February 2026. During the conference, Tonio Cini, Operations Executive at Malta Hotels & Restaurants Association (MHRA) and Logisitics […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 23, 2026

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) supports the proposal by Dr Byron Camilleri, Minister within the Ministry for Home Affairs, Security and Employment, to introduce on-the-spot fines for short-term visitors without a permanent residency permit who breach Maltese laws. This measure reflects a long-standing MHRA recommendation to strengthen enforcement, protect community well-being, and safeguard […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 23, 2026

The Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness (SEA) Project was mentioned to MHRA members and industry stakeholders during the MHRA BOV Deloitte Quarter 4 2025 Hospitality Performance Presentation, held on Friday 20th February 2026 at The Fortress, Corinthia Hotel St George’s Bay. The seminar brought together leading representatives from Malta’s tourism and hospitality industry to review the performance […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 12, 2026

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) has welcomed the announcement of a new record year for Malta’s tourism sector, stating that the results reflect sustained vision, investment, and collective delivery across the industry. MHRA President Tony Zahra stated that, “The figures achieved in 2025 are indeed something to celebrate. These figures confirm that Malta’s […]

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Malta Strengthens Tourism Safety Presence with Six New Electric Police Vehicles

Green Certification Made Practical: Course for Tourism SMEs and Advisors

MHRA Welcomes New Tourism Accommodation Framework as a Bold Step Towards a Higher-Value Tourism Model

SEA Project Presented at the iBlue Congress 2026 | Lanzarote, Spain

MHRA Advocates Better Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Coordination

MHRA: Vision 2050 Is a National Milestone for Malta’s Future

Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness Project Presented at the MCCAA National Conference | Rabat, Malta

MHRA Welcomes Minister Byron Camilleri’s Proposal for On-the-Spot Fines

Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness Project Highlighted at MHRA Hospitality Seminar

MHRA Welcomes Record Tourism Year: “Growth Is an Opportunity to Shape the Future We Want”

MHRA: Quality and Respectful Tourism Must Remain the Priority

MHRA calls for Tax-Free Tips for Hospitality Workers

MHRA Welcomes New Measures to Strengthen Standards and Protect Malta's Tourism Reputation

MHRA: Quality and Respectful Tourism Must Remain the Priority

MHRA calls for Tax-Free Tips for Hospitality Workers

MHRA Welcomes New Measures to Strengthen Standards and Protect Malta’s Tourism Reputation