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Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa to Open in 2018

2017-04-10 by Argophilia Travel News

The island of Malta

According to the news this month from the Malta Tourism Authority, the all new Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa is slated to open where once a Le Méridien property stood. The rebrand of the already popular Malta stay promises guest Marriott service at one of St. Julian’s Bay’s most picturesque properties.

Tags: Le Méridien Malta, Malta, Malta hotels, Malta Tourism Authority, Marriott, Mediterranean hotels

Four Family Friendly Beach Vacation Stays in Europe

2014-04-14 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Courtesy Atlantica Hotels & Resorts

Europe is such a vacation surprise, especially for families. The dual benefit of experiencing history, new cultures, memorable or even forgotten places, and especially world famous sun worshiping destinations, this all makes the “old continent” an everlasting touristic wonder. This week we focus on Europe stays you may not have heard of, but places you’ll never forget once you visit. Here’s four kid friendly hotels choices to investigate this summer.

Tags: Crete hotels, Crimea hotels, Europe vacations, Kriti Beach Hotel, Malta, Malta hotels, Mellieha Bay, Rethymno, Rhodes hotels, Rhodes travel, Russia vacations, vacations, Visit Malta

Valentine’s Room Service Eastern Europe Style

2011-01-21 by Phil Butler

Room service - courtesy Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz

This Valentine’s take that special someone to a love nest never before experienced, Eastern Europe for example. Prague and Malta make for unforgettable romantic getaway spots. And the room service is incomparable.

Tags: Amethyst, Eastern Europe, Kampa Park, Malta, Malta hotels, Malta travel, Prague, Prague hotels, Prague Valentines, romance, Romantic Malta, Romantic Prague, The Arches, Valentine's 2011, Valentine's Day, Valentine's getaways, Valentines in Malta, Velentine's cruise

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