**Emirates Skywards: Malta Celebrates as Emirates Wins Best Airline Award for 8th Consecutive Year** Hot Malta readers, brace yourselves for some exciting news that has the travel community buzzing! Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, has once again been crowned the world’s best airline for the eighth year in a row. This prestigious accolade isn’t just a…
In a surprising turn of events that has left the Maltese community buzzing, a man attempted to leap over airport security at Malta International Airport after being stopped for carrying excessively large luggage. The incident, which took place on a typically bustling day at the airport, has not only raised eyebrows but also sparked discussions…
**Ryanair to Scrap Printed Boarding Passes Next Week: Here’s What You Need to Know** Starting next week, Ryanair will be ditching printed boarding passes in favor of digital ones. This move is part of the airline’s ongoing push to become more environmentally friendly and efficient. But what does this mean for Maltese travelers? Let’s break…
**Ryanair to Scrap Paper Boarding Passes Next Week: What Maltese Travelers Need to Know** Starting next week, Ryanair will no longer accept paper boarding passes, marking a significant shift in the airline’s policy and bringing Malta’s travel scene into the digital age. This move is set to impact thousands of Maltese travelers who frequently use…
### Passport Pets: The Forgotten Animals in Malta’s Travel Portraits Malta, a country rich in culture and beauty, has long been a favorite destination for travelers from around the world. From the azure waters of the Mediterranean to the ancient temples and historic architecture, the island offers a visual feast for the eyes. However, there’s…
**Malta Celebrates Schengen’s 40th Anniversary: 40,000 Tickets for Young Explorers** Forty years ago, the Schengen Agreement revolutionized travel within Europe, and now, the European Union is celebrating this milestone with an extraordinary initiative: offering 40,000 travel tickets to young Europeans. As one of the 26 Schengen countries, Malta stands to benefit significantly from this celebration,…
## It’s Overseas and Out for Football: Malta’s Love Affair with the Beautiful Game Football, known as the beautiful game, has a unique and powerful hold on the hearts of Maltese fans. From the bustling streets of Valletta to the serene shores of Mellieħa, the passion for football is palpable. This small Mediterranean island, with…
### Couples Killed in Croatia Had Travelled Together for 30 Years Without Accident: A Maltese Perspective In the picturesque coastal town of Mali Lošinj, Croatia, a tragic incident has taken the lives of two Maltese tourists, shocking the Maltese community both at home and abroad. The couple, known for their adventurous spirit and love for…
**Danish Airport Shutdown Reignites Maltese Fears Over Holiday Travel Chaos** Copenhagen Airport’s second drone closure in 48 hours has triggered fresh anxiety among Maltese travellers planning Nordic Christmas getaways, with local tour operators reporting a surge in rebooking requests and travel insurance queries. The suspected drone sighting on Tuesday evening forced Denmark’s largest airport to…
**Maltese Travellers Breathe Easy as Copenhagen, Oslo Airports Reopen After Drone Chaos** Maltese travellers heading north for their winter getaways can finally exhale after Copenhagen and Oslo airports resumed operations following a dramatic day of drone-related closures that saw flights diverted across Scandinavia. The disruption, which began early Tuesday morning, forced Malta International Airport (MIA)…
“One game outside Europe is one too many” – the phrase ricocheted around the MFA offices in Ta’ Qali last week when news broke that Malta’s senior national squad could be invited to a lucrative mini-tournament in Riyadh next winter. On paper, a Gulf stop-over sounds harmless: a fat appearance fee, winter sun, maybe a…
