As we had arranged a late evening flight back to the UK we still had a complete day to relax in Bugibba. Check out time was 11.00 am so we popped down to the spa for a post breakfast sauna before vacating our room. We were pleasantly surprised to be able to retain our wristbands and continue to use the hotel’s facilities for the remainder of the day which was an added bonus.
Having been based in Bugibba all week, we haven’t actually seen much of the resort and so it was decided that we would take a stroll along the seafront to the neighbouring resort of Qawra. Strolling along a short distance we came across the Malta National Aquarium overlooking St. Paul’s Bay.
Qawra is also very quiet during the winter months with several hotels and bars closed until Easter. The surrounding bay is a centre for water sports and boat tours can be taken to the neighbouring islands of Cosimo and Gozo during the summer season. Returning back to our hotel we relaxed in the cafe bar awhile partaking of tea and cakes one final time this holiday.
We set off for the airport at 7.00 p.m, an early morning arrival coupled with a late evening departure maximised our time in Malta giving us 8 full days. The weather has been changeable but much warmer than back home in the U.K. so no complaints there. Our hotel, The DB San Antonio exceeded expectations in every respect and what made our stay extra special were the staff who were the friendliest, kindest and most helpful we’ve come across for sometime.
Our flight left on time and shortly after midnight we arrived back into a cold Manchester after a very enjoyable first visit to Malta. Hopefully, we’ll have an opportunity to return before too long!
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Oooooh, those cakes. Looks like you mad a good choice to base out of this resort. Thanks for sharing Marion. Allan
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We do t usually go in for all inclusive but this was rather nice, especially the coffee shop where we became regulars during our week long stay!
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Ok, I thought the best way to end your trip to Malta was a final visit to Valletta … but those cakes were THE best last memories for sure!
Thanks for taking me with on a virtual tour to Malta – next time, try to go there in summer time (it’s really hot, but the atmosphere is amazing!)
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Hopefully we’ll get back there on year in the summer. I don’t mind the heat but our winter visit was also nice and preferable to shivering at home!
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I love your blog! so interesting 😍❤️
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Thank you so much for your inspiring comments. I’m pleased you are enjoying reading my blog.
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This is fun. All the colors look so regal. This remins me of my Belize post.
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It was beautiful, we really enjoyed our visit. Thanks for reading this series of posts.
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Yum, cakes! 🙂
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Calories don’t count on holidays!!
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You’ve sold me on Malta. I must put it on my bucket list.
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That’s good to read Marie, so pleased you enjoyed my tour.
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Wonderful pictures. The tea time treats look absolutely delicious! Glad you had a great trip!
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We had a great trip, thank you! Your comments are much appreciated.
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Those cakes look delicious!! Loved reading about your trip to Malta, somewhere we’ve never been but always been interested in visiting. My appetite is well and truly whetted now!!
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Thank you for your kind words Joy. I’m certain you’ll make it to Malta before too long – so much to see and do and extremely good value too!
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I hope you get to go back!
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Thank you Andrew.
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I go back later this year. Lucky me!
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those treats look delicious !
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Thank you Alison, they were indeed delicious.
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It must have been hard to leave such a beautiful place.
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It was hard Ian but hopefully we’ll return one day.
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The cafe looks beautiful. Great pics.
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Thank you for reading and commenting on my blog. It’s always nice to visit stylish cafes.
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What a journey you have been on. The return will be even sweeter.
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Yes, I think so, too!
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Yummy pastries! My favorite part of travel
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Hi Vonnie, Sampling tea and cakes on holiday is definitely a must.
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