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Mellieha Bay - Magnificent Malta Holidays
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Overview of Mellieha Bay
Renowned as being the most attractive of all the Maltese beach resorts, Mellieha Bay is a beautiful scenic holiday destination situated on the northwest coast of Malta. Holidays in Mellieha Bay are well suited for those who prefer a quiet and relaxed resort that is rich in history. Mellieha Bay is home to the largest sandy beach on the island, hence why many holidaymakers opt to take their Malta holidays in this charming spot. Il Ghadira is the name of this popular beach and boasts miles of stunning golden sands, crystal clear shallow waters and the privilege of lifeguards, which makes it perfectly safe for the little ones. You can also enjoy the array of beach bars and restaurants that line the sands here, meaning you will never be too far away from a bite to eat.
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Getting there and getting around
Flights to Mellieha Bay fly into Malta International Airport, which is located approximately 1 hour away from the resort. Malta International Airport handled a staggering 2.97 million passengers last year alone and numbers are set to increase this year. Mellieha Bay holidays are extremely popular in the summer season, but prices tend to remain very reasonable. Transfers to resort from the airport are usually arranged prior to travel, however taxis are situated outside the airport and will gladly transfer you to any of the hotels in Mellieha Bay. For cheap holidays in Mellieha Bay or anywhere else on the beautiful island of Malta, search travel.co.uk and book a fantastic deal today.
Things to do
A popular pastime for those taking their holidays to Mellieha Bay is an outing to the beautiful beach. Holidaymakers can enjoy the long stretch of golden sands, glistening warm waters and the array of bars and restaurants that are never too far away. The beach can become relatively crowded, especially during weekends when a lot of the locals venture here to catch some rays, however arrive early enough and you can grab a sun bed no problem. After a day relaxing at the beach why not head to a local bar for a drink or 2, the nightlife here is very low-key therefore many holidaymakers spend their evenings simply sitting in one of the traditional tavernas enjoying the gentle weather and serene atmosphere of this lovely resort in Malta.
Food and drink
The food and drink here in Mellieha Bay is absolutely divine. Many of the specialities here are influenced by Malta’s Mediterranean neighbours therefore the diverse range of dishes is unbelievable. The Maltese locals firmly believe that fresh and seasonal products are the best ingredients, therefore when you visit many of the tavernas, you will be happy to find the food is freshly prepared and tastes delicious. To wash all this appetizing food down, sample some of the locally produced Maltese wine, which can also be a nice little gift to take home for the family.
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Weather information for Mellieha Bay
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Map of Mellieha Bay
Accommodations in Mellieha Bay
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