Malta: 12 reasons to take a break at the intersection of Europe, Africa and the Middle East

"A Mediterranean island measuring a mere 316 sq km, or less than half the ‘wee county’ of Louth, over half a million inhabitants live on this archipelago with attitude."

The waterfront of Valetta, Malta

Ever fantasised about one day completing a Grand Tour of the Mediterranean, sweeping through thousands of years of riveting history, culture, architecture, art, civilisation, and war, but lack the money and time? 

Well, head to Malta for a short break instead.