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Mediterranean ObserverOctober 1, 2024

Commemorating World Tourism Day on September 27, new Eurostat data has been published, revealing that the EU recorded 780.1 million overnight stays in tourist accommodations during the second quarter of 2024, a slight 0.2% increase from the same period in 2023. While April saw an 8.7% decrease, May had a 7.9% rise, and June remained […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 1, 2024

On 29 September, the European Commission released Eurostat data on European citizens’ food waste behaviours. In 2022, the EU wasted an average of 132 kilograms of food per person, totaling 59.2 million tons. Households contributed 54% of this waste, with the rest coming from the food supply chain, including 11% from restaurants and food services. […]

Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 23, 2024

Full solidarity with the policemen and the police force. The videos doing the rounds on social media show in the most graphic of ways the violence meted out on two policemen in Hamrun by a group of male and female thugs. No matter what the reason was there is never any excuse for inflicting violence […]

Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 18, 2024

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) extends its congratulations to Glenn Micallef on his appointment as the new EU Designate Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture, and Sport. This role is crucial for advancing initiatives that enhance youth engagement, cultural expression, and sports development across the European Union. The MHRA acknowledges the significant impact […]

Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 6, 2024

In July 2024, the cost of package holidays in the EU rose by 6.6% compared to July 2023. Domestic holiday packages experienced an 11.1% increase, while international packages saw a 5.7% rise. Prices for package holidays have been climbing across the EU since August 2021, with annual growth rates surpassing 10% in most months during […]

Mediterranean ObserverJuly 27, 2024

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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) acknowledges the tourism boom of the past decade as a significant boost to Malta’s economy, generating substantial revenue and creating jobs. However, the rapid growth has led to overcrowded destinations across Malta and Gozo. We are also witnessing an increasing amount of anti-social behaviour raising its head. Back […]

Mediterranean ObserverJuly 20, 2024

This past week has seen Balluta Bay turn green and power outages affecting multiple localities, directly impacting both our tourism sector and local residents. The general upkeep and cleanliness of product Malta is a continuing concern. Other areas of Product Malta have experienced significant strain, though not as acutely as the sea turning green and […]

Mediterranean ObserverJune 24, 2024

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) urges the relevant authorities to exercise greater discretion when granting permissions for events and commercial activities in public spaces. While these activities may be legitimate, their chosen venues can sometimes clash with the overall image of the area. Valletta, the capital city of Malta, has been widely agreed […]

Mediterranean ObserverJune 21, 2024

The Commission expert group “Together for EU Tourism” (T4T), is hosting the “Tourism Strategies Towards Resilience” webinar. Date: 28 June 2024 Time: 10:00 – 12:00 (CET) Registration link: HERE This webinar aims to raise awareness around two key elements of tourism strategy which are of increasing importance in a European context: How to improve social sustainability strategies for tourism at […]

Mediterranean ObserverJune 19, 2024

Raphael Aloisio, announced as the new president of the Malta Business Bureau Mr. Aloisio is a Certified Public Accountant and Auditor with a substantial career spanning over 43 years in public practice. He joined Deloitte in 1987 and was appointed as a partner in 1990. Mr. Aloisio retired from Deloitte in May 2023, after contributing […]

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Category: News

Eurostat: EU tourism nights increase in Q2 2024

New Eurostat Data: Food Waste in Europe (2022)

MHRA shocked with scenes of violence on two policemen

Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association Welcomes the Appointment of EU Designate Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture, and Sport

Package holidays prices experience further increase in 2024

MHRA, “Steer Tourism to a Higher-Quality Course”

MHRA, “Product Malta Under Severe Strain”

MHRA Urges Authorities to Uphold Valletta’s High-End Vision in Public Space Usage

Webinar “Tourism Strategies Towards Resilience”

The Malta Business Bureau announces new President Raphael Aloisio

MHRA Welcomes Qatar Airways’ Return to Malta

Mario Xuereb appointed as the new CEO of the Malta Business Bureau

Online Webinar: 10 Digital Trends to Watch in the World of Restaurants

MHRA Welcomes Qatar Airways’ Return to Malta

Online Webinar: 10 Digital Trends to Watch in the World of Restaurants

Tourism Task Force formed