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Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 14, 2022

The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) refers to misleading and inaccurate comments recently made by Valletta Mayor Alfred Zammit in the media about the impact of late night music in Valletta. Whereas MHRA supports the concept of having commercial activity in Valletta, the way it is currently being carried out is causing a lot […]

Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 6, 2022

Germany and France warned it would be counter-productive to ban ordinary Russians, a move advocated by Kyiv in response to Russia’s invasion and backed by some EU members, and the agreement’s suspension was a compromise that could be reached at the ministers’ two-day meeting in Prague. European Union foreign ministers are likely to agree to […]

Mediterranean ObserverApril 5, 2021

Rocco Forte Hotels, the prestigious family-run hotel group, led by Sir Rocco Forte and his sister, Olga Polizzi, proudly announce the June 3, 2021 opening of Villa Igeia, the historical Art Nouveau palazzo overlooking the Gulf of Palermo. Originally built to be a private villa, the influential Florio family commissioned Italian Art Nouveau architect Ernesto […]

Mediterranean ObserverMarch 31, 2021

UAE-based TIME Hotels will open its first two hotels in Egypt later this year. The properties include the five-star TIME Coral Resort Nuweiba in the Red Sea resort of Nuweiba and the four-star TIME Marina Hotel & Conference Centre near Al Alamein on the Mediterranean coast, which is being hailed as Egypt’s second capital. These […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 5, 2019

Not all of us want to spend our Christmases in coats and scarves. Some of us want a taste of the seemingly distant summer while still enjoying the cool December air, and no corner of the world can offer this if not the Mediterranean. If you are still unsure as to where to have your […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 3, 2019

Sports tourism, business tourism, medical tourism, and yes, religious tourism is also an emerging niche in tourism worth investing in. While all types of tourism need to be catered for, religious tourism, particularly in the Mediterranean region, can be the single most powerful hospitality tool for Mediterranean states. The centre of the globe has been […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 1, 2019

One of the Mediterranean’s top diving destinations might not seem like the obvious choice for this year’s winter holiday, but Malta has a lot more to offer than beaches and sunshine. Many tourists have commented on how Malta has become their go-to for a short winter break for different reasons. From idyllic spots for a […]

Mediterranean ObserverDecember 1, 2019

The Mediterranean island of Malta has seen a 6% increase in tourist arrivals between July and September. A recent survey published by the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association, the MHRA and the Deliotte also confirms that this increase has also resulted in total expenditure of €871 million, a increase of 3.4% when compared to the […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 23, 2019

The most wonderful time of the year brings with it a special dose of holiday destinations, perfect for setting the festive cheer. Whether you’re jet-setting to catch pre-Christmas sales or offers or you just want to lay low and take in the festive atmosphere, the Mediterranean is the place to be this Christmas. These five […]

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Destinations

MHRA: Valletta is becoming too loud, not fitting as a high end destination

Russia | EU to tighten visa rules for Russians but split on travel ban

Rocco Forte Hotels’ Villa Igiea to Open in June 2021

TIME Hotels to Expand its Operations in Egypt

The Mediterranean will kick your winter blues this year

The Mediterranean- ideal for Religious Tourism?

Why Malta is an ideal winter destination

MORE tourists have flocked to this Mediterranean island over the summer

These Mediterranean Christmas setups will ignite your holiday spirit

Brussels │Single Market Emergency Instrument to safeguard EU freedoms in future crises

Carrying capacity exercise suggests Malta needs 4.7 million tourists to achieve 80 per cent accommodation occupancy

Brussels | New EU rules to allow use of recycled plastics in food packaging

Brussels │Single Market Emergency Instrument to safeguard EU freedoms in future crises

Carrying capacity exercise suggests Malta needs 4.7 million tourists to achieve 80 per cent accommodation occupancy

Brussels | New EU rules to allow use of recycled plastics in food packaging