8 Amazing Pitstops for Your European Travels

7 & 8. Malta

The dramatic story of the Maltese islands’ 7,000-year history captures the imagination of thousands of tourists as they flock to this tiny Mediterranean island. Beautiful churches, the ancient fortified former capital city of Mdina, amazing fortifications in the time of the Knights of St John, burial sites older than Stonehenge and the new Renzo Piano-designed gates to the walls of the capital city Valletta keep them coming.

Helping to celebrate 2018 as Valletta being named European Capital of Culture are Corinthia’s two hotels: the group’s only resort hotel called Corinthia Hotel St George’s Bay, and a tranquil retreat in the centre of the island called Corinthia Palace Hotel.

Corinthia Palace is located halfway between Valletta and Mdina. With its garden setting and century-old restored villa as the hotel’s main dining venue, it offers a relaxing setting for guests in any of its 150+ rooms. Several restaurants, al fresco eateries, the Athenaeum Spa, indoor and outdoor pools and multiple business and conference facilities make it an ideal leisure and business venue.

In contrast, Corinthia St George’s Bay is located in the lively coastal town of St Julian’s with panoramic view of the Mediterranean. Almost 150 rooms, 70 Executive Club rooms and nearly 40 suites, many with private balcony, offer guests great choice of accommodation. Furthermoe, there are extensive leisure facilities, including five pools, private beach, ten restaurants, water sports centre and the Apollo Day Spa.