1UpTravel


 

You are here > 1Up Travel > Countries of the World > Europe > Malta



ADVERTISEMENT

Country

 At a Glance

  Introduction

  Topography

  History & Culture

  Life

  Cuisine

  Holidays

  Festivals

  Embassies

  Administration

  Newstand


 Worth a Visit !!

  Cities

  Attractions

  Maps & Cities

  Shopping

  Eating Out

  Recreation

  Essentials

  Travel Links


 Country Facts

  Introduction

  Geography

  People

  Government

  Economy

  Communications

  Transportation

  Military

  Transnational issues


Related

  Malta Guide
  Malta Maps
  Malta Hotels
  Malta Flag
  More Malta Flags
  Malta Geography
  Malta Travel Warning



Travel & Tourism . Tourist Guide to the Country

Malta Travel Requirements





Travellers Essentials

Social Conventions
The usual European courtesies are expected, but the visitor should also bear in mind the tremendous importance of Roman Catholicism; if visiting a church, for instance, modest dress covering the shoulders and legs will be expected. Smoking is prohibited on public transport and in some public buildings, including cinemas.

Tipping
10-15% is expected in hotels and restaurants when not included in the bill. Taxi drivers are usually tipped 10% of the fare.

Currency
Maltese Lira (Lm) = 100 cents = 1000 mils. Notes are in denominations of Lm20, 10, 5 and 2. Coins are in denominations of Lm1, and 50, 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents. A number of gold and silver coins are also minted.

Currency exchange
Money can be changed at banks, bureaux de change, some hotels, and larger shops and restaurants. Automated foreign exchange machines and cash dispensers are available at various locations on the islands.

Credit cards
MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and Visa are accepted.

Travelers cheques:
Exchanged in the normal authorised institutions. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take travelers cheques in Pounds Sterling.

Currency restrictions
The import of local currency is limited to Lm50. Import and export of foreign currency is unlimited subject to declaration. The export of local currency is limited to Lm25.

Duty Free
The following items may be imported into Malta without incurring customs duty:

a)200 cigarettes or 250g tobacco.
b)1 liter of spirits and 1 liter of wine and,
c)Perfume not exceeding Lm2 in value.

Prohibited items
Firearms and ammunition, counterfeit goods and unlicensed drugs. Certain plants and meat products requires an import licence.

Getting There
By Air:
Malta's national airline is Air Malta (KM). Other airlines serving Malta includes Austrian Airlines, Alitalia, CONDOR, Egyptair, GB AirwaysGulf Air, Lufthansa, Swissair and United Airlines.

By Sea:
The main ports are Grand Harbour, Marsaxlokk and Mgarr/Gozo. Operates between main habour

Getting Around
By Air:
There is a helicopter service operating all year round between Malta and Gozo. A quick alternative to the ferry service, it runs eight times a day and takes only ten to fifteen minutes.

By Sea:
A passenger car ferry operates several times daily between Cirkewwa in Malta and Mgarr in Gozo, with connections to Comino.

By Road:
Driving is on the left. Speed limit is 64kph (40mph) on highways and 40kph (25mph) in residential areas.
a)Bus:
Good local services operates from Luqa, Valletta, Sa Maison and Victoria (Gozo) to all towns.
b)Taxi:
Identifiable by their all-white livery. Taxis are under meter charge at government-controlled prices.
c)Car hire:
A number of car hire firms offer self-drive cars. Both Hertz and Avis have desks at the airport. Rates on Malta are among the cheapest in Europe. Full national driving licence required. If driving a hire car, drivers need to have their licences endorsed by the police in Foriana, Valetta.

When To Go
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Malta and Gozo. Conditions are perfect between Easter and mid-June, when the weather is pleasantly warm, but not too hot; beaches and resorts are relatively uncrowded, and accommodation is cheaper and easier to find than in the high season (mid-June to end-August).

Conditions are once more ideal from the end of August until the end of November as the season winds down.


 

Acknowledgements: ASIATRAVELMART.COM








Make 1Up Travel your HomepageSend this Page to a FriendGo to Top of PagePrint this PageAdd 1Up Travel to your Favorites


CHANNELS

Compare Country InfoHotel DirectoryGeographyFlagsWorld MapsTravel WarningsNational Parks

DESTINATIONS

AsiaAfricaCaribbeanMiddle EastNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral AmericaOceania PacificEuropePolar Regions

PHOTO SPECIAL

DestinationsMonumentsAncient WondersModern Wonders Natural Wonders

UTILITIES

World TimeISD CodesTravel Links Link Exchange

 



Disclaimer: Although we've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by any person resulting from information published on this site. We encourage you to verify any critical information with the relevant authorities before you travel.

Copyright © 1Up Travel All Rights Reserved.
Go Up

Privacy Policy