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Malta
WHY NOT ESCAPE SOME OF THIS UK WINTER - TO MALTA ?
Despite earlier understandable reluctance to travel by some clients, those that did travel with us in September had a fabulous time in Malta. (The Island only had a reported 25 Covid deaths in 18 Months!). Whilst there, I was able to obtain some great room rates for winter 2022 should you wish to “escape” the UK weather - and promised winter gas bills - after Christmas with us. We are very happy to lead another group to one of our favourite holiday destinations. It won't be a heatwave but it wont be like UK in January either!
How does this look for a 4* Hotel on the seafront at Sliema - on a Half Board basis?
For Two Persons sharing a Twin or Double room….. Its only £890 each for 28 nights Half Board. (Work it out - that's just over £30 per night each for two people sharing a room) or £790 each for 21 nights - again on a Half Board basis . ( Stay all winter if you like for just an extra £200 per week) …..These prices include Taxes too.
Supplements per person
Sea View With Balcony £9 per person per day
Junior Suite - Sea View + 2 Balconies £15 per person per day
A Sea View Twin Room for SINGLE OCCUPANCY for 4 weeks is £1500 Half Board
The Location . The Preluna hotel is on the seafront opposite a beautiful seafront promenade and about 300 yards from a huge shopping centre, bus station and central Sliema. Full details of the hotel are at
https://myhotel.giatamedia.com/1871
The Rooms . All have central heating, hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar and TV with endless Satellite channels (inc UK TV of course)
The Hotel Facilities include…...
Lobby Bar and an la carte restaurant . On the 14th Floor is the Skyroom Penthouse. A unique residents lounge with 360 degree panoramic views of Malta.
The Feelgood Spa includes the following - at no extra charge……..Heated pool ; Jacuzzis : Sauna and Steam room.
Beauty Treatments, Massage and Fitness classes are available (at a charge payable locally)
There is a 9 Hole mini golf course on the roof with sheltered sunbathing and out door heated Jacuzzis.
Sakura Cafe with Japanese cuisine….
What will the weather be like in Malta in January ? A lot better than UK of course!! The Maltese weather website says "Temperatures will range from 53-58 degrees with an average of 7 hrs sun per day but also expect up to 2 inches of rain in the month"
No Gas Bills!!…. Breakfast and Supper provided daily……No washing up!! Surely time to sign up?
What to do? We will arrange about 6 days of outings and events as an introduction to Malta and its naval and military past for those of you new to the island and will be advertised later to those joining this group as a “package” to buy or decline. Car hire is very cheap in Malta so bring your UK driving licence! Bring a few quiz questions for a weekly DIY Quiz, a good book and be ready to meet some new people and potential friends too. Depending who joins the group we hope to have a few clients who have a story to tell the rest of the group one evening.
What about flights? With so many options from regional airports we ask you ( or our faithful travel agent DW Travel on 01637 877 955) to book your own flights to and from Malta. The holiday will start and finish at Malta airport - where you will be met.. Taxi / Mini bus transfers to/from the hotel are included. My wife and I will now be on an evening Ryanair flight from Stansted at 1820 on 6th January( we paid less than £20 for the flight - but much more for a suitcase of course) Our original flight having been cancelled! All flights arriving on April 6th include a taxi to the hotel in our quoted prices.
WHAT ARE THE PROPOSED DATES FOR THIS GROUP HOLIDAY?
We can offer these special winter rates at anytime up til the end of March (Extra over Christmas and New Year) but as a group we will start this holiday on 6th January for 21 or 28 days….but feel free to join the group at a date suitable to you. Shorter periods may be available. Phone to check.
Want to book?
1 Phone us on 07977 534949 to confirm the availability of your choice of room.
2 Pay your deposit ( £100 per person) to our account at Santander Bank Sort Code 09 01 28 account 96780823. Please mark your payment with your Surname/Malta. Then think about booking your flights….
What if I have to cancel?
The "early bird gets the worm" with prices like these but if you are still unsure about Covid restrictions send us your deposit and have it refunded in full if you have to cancel before 29th December. After that date your deposit is non refundable and full payment will then be required to confirm your room. We expect all our clients to be double vaccinated and fully insured for this holiday - and have cover for any cancellation you may have to make immediately before travelling..
Any queries please phone 07977534949 until 10pm Monday - Saturday.
OUR PROPOSED "DAYS OUT" WHEN IN MALTA.
Whilst in Malta we have put a programme together for you (I have been visiting since my Midshipman’s days in 1964 -so know the islands well!) which I trust gives you a “naval view” of Malta's past and perhaps, for some, a trip back down memory lane?
Our programme will be very similar to our programme last September.
This ‘package” will be offered for you to purchase on a day by day basis but needs you to sign up BEFORE we arrive in Malta.
Day 1 ( 6th or 7th January) We start this holiday at Malta airport where flights arrive from many UK regional and EU airports. You will be met for a private transfer to the Preluna **** Hotel at Sliema seafront . Dinner (Until 2100) at the hotel tonight.-
Day 2 Round the island orientation tour with various stops. Coastal route to Mellieah…Mgarr (underground WWII shelter) ….Mdina…..Aviation Museum/ Craft village and Mosta Dome.
Day 3 Coach to Fort St Elmo …Malta at War Museum & Malta Experience audio visual + La Sacra Infermeria. (see Google). This afternoon we have a tour of the nearby Lascaris underground WWII & Cold war HQ and then an opportunity to explore Valetta on foot…..back to the hotel by local bus or ferry.
Day 4 - We take a coach for a visit to the Villa Guardamangia …(Once the home of Her Majesty and Prince Philip when the Prince was a serving RN officer based in Malta)The building is currently being restored but we hope to arrange another private visit. We continue on to Valletta to witness the noon day gun display and another afternoon exploring all Valetta has to offer. (Don’t miss the amazing Caravaggio in the RC cathedral! )
Day 5 We take the coach to Bergu to visit Fort St Angelo ( the former HMS St Angelo) + Malta Maritime + Malta at War Museums and then by coach to the famous 100 ton gun for their afternoon displays.
Day 6 - Optional CofE Cathedral service & Coffee with the expats - then Valletta to Marsaxlokk village ( Sunday market) by coach and return via San Anton Palace Gardens.
These tours will be arranged around winter opening hours of some museums listed above.
As required - Private Taxi, Mini bus to the airport for your return flight.
The rest of your holiday?….Visit nearby Gozo perhaps? or look and book something from the discounted offers at Dealtoday.com.mt ….everything from a days Diving..Spa treatments….Golf….Yoga…Theatre…Cinema…..we are also welcome to make a private visit to the famous Marsa (Polo) Club, Royal Malta Yacht and Civil Service (Valletta) club to use their facilities.
This holiday will be escorted from Malta Airport by Mike & Lana Critchley.
OUR PRICES include the hotel and transfers. Once you have booked your hotel we will offer you to book the day tours above as you require but BEFORE WE LEAVE UK.
What is NOT included : Flights : Essential Travel insurance. Drinks. Any Lunch time meals. Tips as appropriate
We ask for a £100 per person deposit to confirm your place on this holiday - which has always been the most popular