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A Maltese Summer<br />
Malta, situated in the very centre of the Mediterranean, is a country full of history<br />
and culture and a wonderful destination due to pleasant weather all year round. The<br />
beaches are one of the most important draws for tourism although once visited it<br />
be<strong>com</strong>es apparent that there is much more to Malta that meets the eye, of course, the<br />
beaches are incredible with warm sea temperatures up to 27 degrees. Bear in mind that<br />
summer temperatures are usually very high, reaching 40°C with a high humidity. During<br />
the hotter months Malta is not re<strong>com</strong>mended for those who are highly susceptible to the<br />
heat.<br />
Beaches in the Mellieha Bay area<br />
Ghadira Bay is a classic family beach, 800-metre long beach with golden sand that<br />
slopes smoothly into the clear blue water making it perfect for younger children<br />
to enjoy as the water temperatures stay warm all day long. Facilities on offer<br />
are bars, toilets, showers, sunbeds with umbrellas and a range of watersport<br />
equipment including the popular banana boat. A downside is the busy road that<br />
runs alongside<br />
There are beaches to suit all<br />
requirements, be it lively parties or<br />
convenient family affairs close to the<br />
hotel or out of the way quiet, hidden<br />
shores nestled in coves amongst the<br />
cliffs. Great beaches can also be found<br />
at nearby Gozo and Comino. The<br />
choices are plentiful but bear in mind<br />
that nudism and topless bathing are<br />
prohibited in Malta although away<br />
from the more busy tourist beaches<br />
sun worshipers do manage to locate<br />
an area, undisturbed for discreet<br />
sunbathing with less clothing although<br />
it is a good idea to check beforehand<br />
what the locals approve of to prevent<br />
any disrespect.<br />
The main beaches, are to be found<br />
on the north side of the island, from<br />
Sliema to Mellieha Bay. It is the more<br />
touristic area where most of the hotels<br />
are found. The spacious beaches here<br />
benefit from services such as toilets and<br />
showers and are lined with restaurants,<br />
bars and plenty of opportunities to hire<br />
water sport equipment including jet skis,<br />
paddle boats, canoes or excursions<br />
to other parts of the Island including<br />
Comino, Gozo and the Blue Grotto.<br />
Golden Bay, although<br />
overlooked by the modern<br />
and imposing Radisson<br />
Resort Complex, it is a nice<br />
sandy beach with all the<br />
extras required to spend a<br />
day on the sand including<br />
beach cafes, sunbeds<br />
and umbrellas, lifeguards<br />
and a great beach for<br />
swimming, beach games<br />
and sandcastle building. It<br />
can be very crowded during<br />
peak summer season.<br />
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