L'arcipelago di Malta con i bambini: parchi e attrazioni dal Popeye Village allo Splash and Fun Water Park
Malta, an archipelago in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea just 80 km from the Sicilian coast, is a small Republic that every year attracts millions of tourists from all over the world, offers a wide and varied range of spaces, initiatives and attractions designed especially for families and children. Its natural landscapes of incredible beauty and its Mediterranean style, the beautiful beaches of fine golden sand, as well as a crystalline and transparent sea, make Malta a small corner of paradise. An oasis of peace and tranquility where it is possible to practice countless sports and spend real moments Relaxing, ideal for a dream holiday with the whole family.
The Maltese summer is synonymous with sun, sea and fun, but above all family holidays. Among the child-friendly beaches, don't miss out Rambla Bay, in Gozo, which is characterized by its red sand. In the northern part of the island of Malta, however, we find large expanses of white sand including Ghadira Bay, in the large bay of Mellieha, which with its transparent waters and shallow waters is the right place for the little ones who want to learn to swim.
Not far from Ghadira Bay, for those who want to sunbathe and relax on a long sandy shore, there are Golden Bay, with its golden sand, and nearby Ghajn Tuffieha. Another much loved beach is that of Paradise Bay, in the north-western part of Malta, right in front of the strait that separates it from Enjoyment and Comino. Molto frequentata dalle famiglie, questa localitĂ offre acque di un intenso color turchese e una sabbia molto fine, ideale per costruire perfetti castelli di sabbia.
A magical place, much appreciated by children, was the Azure Window to the west of Gozo, which unfortunately collapsed following natural erosion phenomena. The rocky arch looked like a real window onto the sea, especially suggestive in the morning and at sunset. Gozo is the ideal place to indulge in outdoor activities, excellent for water sports enthusiasts: Diving, snorkeling e kayak. For those who love land sports, the island offers trekking or cycling or horseback riding trails, many of which are also suitable for less trained tourists or families with children.
Malta, a paradise of sun, sea and fun for a family holiday, also offers numerous spaces and initiatives for adults and children, such as the Popeye Village Fun Park, an entertainment venue located in the north-western part of the main island, precisely in Anchor Bay. This site was built as a set for the musical film dedicated to "Popeye" in 1980. The park offers shows, boat trips, museums and playhouses where children can meet characters from the comic strip, such as Popeye, Olivia and Brutus.
Also fun and interesting are the Playmobil Fun Park, a theme park with board and outdoor games, pirates, knights and Indians, dedicated to the colorful Playmobil world; the BirdPark which hosts over 200 species of birds and animals; and the Splash and Fun Water Park, the Water Park of entertainment, dedicated to both adults and children, with many fun attractions: swimming pools and slides, to move happily in direct contact with the water.
For those who love nature and excursions in the open air there are the gardens of San Anton Gardens, in the town of Attard. They are home to a great variety of plants and flowers and are full of paths that can also be followed with children; or the Ducks Village, a true paradise where the ducks reign supreme. Then there is the Majjistral Nature and History Park, the first natural park in Malta, aprotected area created for the conservation of nature and biodiversity, which includes historical and archaeological sites and includes six kilometers of coastal area.
Malta, a paradise of sun, sea and fun for a family holiday, with its rich thousand-year history, offers travelers who love art and culture a variety of different and evocative scenarios: temples, medieval castles and fortresses. Magical and evocative places capable of taking visitors on a journey back in time through shows that recall the era of ladies and knights. Many events enliven the city throughout the year, many of which are perfect for the whole family: outdoor concerts and music festivals, arts and crafts, sports and activities, exhibitions and shows, parties and carnivals.
Malta, a paradise of sun, sea and linguistic immersion for those who want to learn English and spend a perfect experience with adults and children. You can find several schools that offer fun and customizable programs, suited to the lifestyle and needs of each individual family. The proposed packages offer English courses, l’alloggio e altre attività : escursioni a siti storici, attività in spiaggia e corsi sportivi.
Reaching Malta from Italy is very simple. Thanks to the new air connections (Ryan Air and Easy Jet or Air Malta) and the offers low cost, more and more tourists are choosing to spend their holidays in the Maltese islands. Once at your destination you can rent a family car - be careful when driving on the left - or use public transport. The buses are not ultra modern but they are comfortable and punctual and allow you to cover even long distances while admiring the surrounding landscape.
One of the best ways to get to know Malta is to take a open-top bus – electrifying experience, especially for children – for a tourist tour with stops in the most important seaside attractions and historical sites of the archipelago. A regular ferry service carries passengers and cars between Malta and Gozo, as well as offering a variety of boat trips and excursions to suit everyone's needs, including Grand Harbor cruises and visits to Comino and the Blue Lagoon.
