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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 […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 22, 2026

Following the recent storm affecting coastal and urban areas across Malta and Gozo, the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the swift and professional response of public authorities, ensuring that no one was hurt during this challenging period. MHRA expresses solidarity with all affected, particularly hotels and restaurants that sustained damages, and acknowledges the […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 15, 2026

Are you a tourism consultant, trainer, SME owner or VET professional passionate about sustainability? The SEA Course on Tourism Green Sustainable Management & Green Certification is your chance to master eco-friendly practices, green certifications (EU Ecolabel, GSTC, ISO 14001, Green Key) and support businesses in the green transition. The EU co-funded project Sustainable Ecotourism Awareness […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 6, 2025

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) welcomes the new accommodation reform announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Ian Borg, describing it as a significant step toward a more sustainable and quality-driven tourism model for Malta. By removing the additional height allowances previously granted to hotels and introducing clear […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 27, 2025

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) welcomes the 2026 Budget presented by Finance Minister Clyde Caruana as balanced, responsible, and forward-looking. This Budget protects people through higher pensions, family support, and energy stability, while giving employers the fiscal certainty needed to invest, innovate, and create quality jobs. The MHRA commends the Government’s commitment to […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 20, 2025

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A major step in the EU’s fight against food waste took effect yesterday, with the targeted revision of the Waste Framework Directive (2008/98/EC) now in force. The updated law introduces the first legally binding food waste reduction targets for Member States to achieve by 2030. Under the revised rules, countries must cut food waste by […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 17, 2025

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the Malta Police Force for their recent successful operation which led to the seizure of a substantial quantity of illegal drugs, preventing millions of euros’ worth of cocaine from reaching the streets. This decisive action once again demonstrates the professionalism and vigilance of Malta’s law enforcement authorities […]

Blog - Page 2 of 404 - The Mediterranean Observer

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 Calls for MCESD Discussion on Disaster Preparedness

The SEA Course on Tourism Green Sustainable Management & Green Certification

MHRA welcomes tourism reform, urges strong enforcement and equal standards across all accommodation

MHRA: A Budget for the People and the Employers — A Bold Step Toward Malta’s Vision 2050

EU Sets Binding Food Waste Reduction Targets Under Revised Directive

MHRA Commends Police Force for Major Drug Seizure and Reaffirms Zero Tolerance on Drugs

MHRA: Zero Tolerance for Violence and Intimidation in Malta’s Tourism Areas

MHRA Welcomes Direct New York–Malta Air Connection

MHRA Condemns Indecent Tourist Behaviour and Calls for Zero Tolerance on Anti-Social Conduct

MHRA: Zero Tolerance for Violence and Intimidation in Malta’s Tourism Areas

MHRA Welcomes Direct New York–Malta Air Connection

MHRA Condemns Indecent Tourist Behaviour and Calls for Zero Tolerance on Anti-Social Conduct