Valletta has about 6,500 inhabitants and is the smallest capital in the EU. Since 1980, the city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Thanks to the ring of bastions surrounding the city, Valletta is one of the best secured cities in the world. The Grand Master's Palace is surely one of the most magnificent sights of Malta. The St. John's Co-Cathedral, Fort St. Elmo, the Auberges as well as numerous museums, many of which deal with Malta's history are among the most noteworthy buildings.

Taormina is a town located on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. The town sits right next to the active volcano that is Mount Etna, there are trails leading to its summit. Taormina was destroyed by the Arabs in the ancient world and had to be re-built in the Middle Ages. The mild climate and numerous attractions such as the Teatro Antico built by the Romans and the beautiful sandy beaches, formed by cliffs dropping to the sea make Taormina a magnet for tourists. Do keep in mind that this resort town is not the cheapest on the island.

Reggio Calabria is the biggest and most populated city in Calabria, Southern Italy. It is located on the 'toe' of the Italian peninsula. The Strait of Messina separates Reggio Calabria and the island of Sicily.

Palermo is located on the north coast of Sicily. In Palermo, you will find many attractions, from beautiful churches to palaces to museums and galleries. The many city's cafes invite you to enjoy a tasty beverage while watching the colorful life go by.

The Italian island of Lipari is situated in the province of Messina. A castle sits on a small hill and is well worth seeing. Inside the castle is the cathedral of San Bartolome.

Syracuse is a city on the east coast of the Italian region of Sicily. It is the capital of the province of Syracuse and has just over 123 000 inhabitants.

Mgarr is a port city on the island of Gozo in Malta. It is the most important fishing village on the island. Yachts, pleasure boats and ferries of the Gozo Channel Company dock here. Visit the bays of Ix-Xatt l-Ahmar and Mgarr ix-Xini and enjoy the crystal clear water. Another highlight is the Mgarr ix-Xini watchtower.

Valletta has about 6,500 inhabitants and is the smallest capital in the EU. Since 1980, the city is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Thanks to the ring of bastions surrounding the city, Valletta is one of the best secured cities in the world. The Grand Master's Palace is surely one of the most magnificent sights of Malta. The St. John's Co-Cathedral, Fort St. Elmo, the Auberges as well as numerous museums, many of which deal with Malta's history are among the most noteworthy buildings.