Valletta: The ramparts, churches, museums and tiny streets and shops of Valetta are a must.

In the 70s the nightlife was centred here, but now the capital largely closes down once the shops close shortly after 8pm.

Then the action moves on to St Julian's

Marsaxlokk: Sunday fish, fruit and craft market at the picturesque fishing village of Marsaxlokk.

Mostar Dome: The Dome at Mostar where a Luftwaffe bomb pierced the cathedral roof, bounced on the floor, and refused to explode - to the relief of the huge congregation cowering in the pews.

Mdina: Impressive Mdina's medieval walled, and silent, city is the seat of several noble houses, including the islands' oldest title family - created barons in 1350.

There are magnificent views of the whole island from this lofty perch.

Gozo: Literally anywhere on peaceful Gozo including the Ggantija Temples, the oldest freestanding structures in the world (3,500BC!).

But while the island is old, it definitely does not live in the past.

Tourism is vital and high-fliers can catch the shuttle helicopter from Malta's grandly named International Airport to the centre of the island.

Otherwise it is the more mundane bus (or taxi) to the north of the island and the ferry which takes about 30 minutes to cross the channel.

A night service is to be introduced so providing a near 24-hour link from plane to hotel.

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