Guests often remark that there is something truly special about Ta’ Cenc. After all, it is an island within an island, built on Gozo’s highest point and offering stunning views over the 1.5m sqm estate, the majestic cliffs and the picturesque islands of Malta and Comino. It is the only hotel in the region to be built on a 150 hectare Natura 2000 site, with undisturbed skylines that stretch as far as the eye can see. Situated on the outskirts of a sleepy village, Hotel Ta’ Cenc & Spa with 85 stone bungalows overlooking the sea. The hotel offers an array of services, amenities and facilities which guarantee this remains one of the island’s top hotels – as it has been for decades.

At Hotel Ta’ Cenc provides all the amenities to make your holiday as active, or relaxing, as you desire. The hotel enjoys a number of facilities that will be relished by those guests hoping to keep active during their vacation: two large outdoor swimming pools; one exclusively for adults and one for families with children,  a wellness spa with a fully equipped gym and a lagoon style indoor/outdoor heated pool, two tennis courts, yoga and keep-fit classes available on demand, aqua-aerobics available on demand, an associated diving school, guided walking, cycling and horse riding, tours of Gozo and Malta. The beauty of Ta’ Cenc is that it is yours to explore – right down to the hotel’s private beach.  Plunge into Kantra, the stunning fjord-like rocky beach which is located in the crystal clear waters of a secluded inlet. Here a majestic and savage looking landscape forms the backdrop to a delightful spot to while away the hours in pure tranquillity. It is recommended for experienced swimmers and is not suitable for children and the elderly.

However, when you get exhausted from all those activities, a three restaurants will waiting for you and always look forward to your next dining experience. Breakfast can be served ‘A la Carte’ in your room or buffet style in the restaurant. Dine al fresco under a 400-year-old carob tree at Il Carubo and be charmed by courteous staff who are so typical of this welcoming region. This popular restaurant offers Italian-inspired cuisine and Gozitan specialities for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in an intimate and romantic setting. From diving holidays to historical tours, relaxation vacations to cultural sojourns, Gozo really is an island that offers something for everyone.

Xara Palace was built right into Madina‘s ramparts by Sicilian grandees back when the Crusader Knights of St. John ruled the island of Malta. A decade ago, a local family bought the derelict castle and spent years renovating and decorating it with Maltese antiques and paintings. They did a fantastic job, from planting olive trees in the atrium to putting an authentic wind-up gramophone on the landing. The contemporary restaurant on the roof has panoramic views to the coast that attract diners from all over the island, and the intact history of Mdina is known locally as ”The Silent City’‘ because traffic is normally banned from its maze of narrow alleyways between towering palaces, convents and churches. Photo by: Michel27

Little wonder that Xara has become a celebrity retreat, regularly welcoming high-profile guests such as Brad Pit, Sit Roger Moore, and Bruce Wills. The best of the seventeenth rooms is the romantic suite hidden up a twisting stone staircase and complete with huge illuminated outdoor hot tube. It is particularly inviting at night with a cocktail in hand and the lights of Valetta twinkling in distance. Photo by: kennedysmith

St Julians initially a fishing village, later turned to a summer residence for wealthy locals and now is a popular town, usually flowing with tourists, especially during the summer months. It is one of the liveliest holiday areas in Malta. Situated along the coast, the resort includes the smaller bays of Balluta Bay and Spinola Bay and the quieter district of St George’s Bay.

It is known for tourism with its four- and five-star hotels, restaurants, shops, bars and nightclubs. Home to the nightlife district of Paceville, this is one of the mostly fetched resorts for night life and entertainment, especially for the youngsters and the middle aged. Here you can find everything from small neighborhood bars to enormous discos, most of them located in the area surrounding the harbor.

Sliema is a coastal town located on the north eastern edge of Malta, only 5km north of Valletta by road.  Meaning “peace”, it was once a fishing village. But now is a hotspot for tourism and shopping, and one of Malta’s main coastal resorts.

Sliema’s shopping area – Tower Road, is  among the best on the island. It is home of number of high fashion shops, cafes, and restaurants. The fashion stores include Zara, Bennetton, Sisley,  NEXT, Morgan and all other well known cosmopolitan brands of clothing. Also there you can find Maltese lace, fine silverware and pottery.

With amazing rocky beaches Sliema resort offers a huge range of watersports. The choice is virtually endless. If you choice diving or snorkeling, you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of underwater worlds, include caves, reefs and shipwrecks. This is also the place to be if you want to take a day cruise or enjoy with sunbathing on the flat rocky beach area.

Currency is the euro,  Language – Maltese, English

Azure Window is a natural archway in the island of Gozo, Malta. The arch was formed millions of years ago when two limestone caves collapsed. The rough waves in this region make the rock even more spectacular.

Gozo Island is one of the best possibilities in the world to dive experience, offering crystal clear waters. The Azure Window is near by Blue Hole that is among the most popular scuba diving sites. Gozo diving organizes guided Gozo dives for certified divers both from shore and by boat.

Attention! The arch is 50m high and you should avoid walking over the arch because the upper part is in danger of collapsing.

The attractive climate and numerous beaches of Malta have been among the features that have attracted numbers of tourists each year. Malta is perfect destination for memorable holidays, with exciting accommodations of its luxury hotels. Its 451 guest rooms and suites are superbly furnished and have all the comforts expected of a five-star hotel. Inter Continental Malta is the premier venue for functions and events of any size, with over 2700 square meters of flexible conference and banquet space, and the Ice Arena can be converted into a conference or banquet venue. The state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and a well-equipped Business Center incorporate all the necessary resources for business travelers.

The hotel is located in the St.Georges area of St. Julians: the Inter-Continental Malta redefines the meaning of elegance, hospitality and service. The property is set a round 4,000 square meters of gardens, within a few minutes walk of the entertainment and shopping district. It hotel boasts 4 restaurants and bars, in addition it also offers extensive leisure facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, Health club, Ice arena , bowling alley as well as 19 cinemas and Imax Theater. The Hotel Inter-Continental Malta opened in 2002.

All rooms and suites are elegantly decorated and offer a four-fixture bathroom with separate shower, in-room safe with space for a laptop computer and charger, hairdryer and magnifying mirror, air conditioning with individual temperature controls, television with satellite programmes and movie channels, electronic door locks, state-of-the-art telephone technology, one telephone line with three handsets, PC and fax modem and pay TV, electronic door locks, self dial wake up calls, soundproof doors, voice mail and message system, room billing review on television, turn down service nightly for Club rooms & suites, express pressing on request as well as same day and overnight valet service, iron and ironing board, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, fax – printer upon request, large working desk, and private balcony. Connecting rooms are also available upon request.

The Inter Continental Malta offers a menu of fine restaurants and bars. Freshly made delicacies can be savoured in the relaxed surrounding of the Lobby Bar. Enjoy a coffee with friends and discuss the pleasures of the day over cocktails. A feast of oriental dishes will tantalise you at the Eastern Breeze Restaurant the Asian fusion restaurant. The main restaurant, “Harruba”, captures the “Flavours of the World” with its international buffet.
The 24 -hour Room Service menu allows guests to relax in the comfort and privacy of their own rooms and at the same time enjoy the quality presentation of a fine dining restaurant.

Beauty Studio offers an extensive range of both wellness and breatments treatments for both ladies and gentlemen. The hotel’s Kids Club has fantastic games and special entertainment including mask making, water games, magical play do, kite making, face painting and sports. Children will not want to leave! Whether you have to Malta on business, or to relax in the sun, or to secure the best incentive package, the Inter Continental Malta is unsurpassed.

Valetta
Valetta holds the most museums and historical sights than anywhere else on the Island.

Mdina
Medina is the old capital of Malta and is a typical medieval town.

Rabat

All year round there are ferries from Malta to the island of Gozo, which depart from Cirkewwa, which is a 20-minute crossing, or Sa Maison, which is a 75 minute crossing. Services are relatively frequent and in the summer months the services are expanded to include passenger only hover marine services from Sa Maison to Mgarr, which is a 25 minute crossing, and from Sliema, which is a 30 minute crossing.

With its 200km of coastline, it is no surprise that Malta has various marinas. The largest marina is the one in Marsamxett Harbour, which includes 15 pontoons and 700 berths. There are also plenty of beaches to visit and soak up the sun. You can also enjoy the various sporting opportunities open to visitors to the island including windsurfing, jet ski-ing and water ski-ing. Scuba diving is also popular due to the mild (all year round) sea temperature and the beautiful underwater sea life and fauna.

Our weather and climate in Malta is typically Mediterranean in that it is influenced by the sea.Over 250 days of the year you can expect sunshine and blue skies. The temperatures depend on what time of the year it is; mild winters, gentle spring weather, hot and dry summers, wet autumns.

The good news is that in Malta we can dive all year round!!!