Costa Concordia: a case of the local going global with tragic consequences. Thoughts on the interplay between the international cruise business and small islands.
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Rivalry at the Regatta
Regatta Day, ‘Victory Day’ , a public holiday on 8 September is about living history. Because some people are victors on the day each year.
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Take to the Streets: Strada wine & food festival
We don’t usually take to Valletta streets for a Mediterranean passeggiata. Strada Wine & Food Festival encourages us out though.
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Imagine Valletta in 2018: a European Capital of Culture
‘Imagine 18′ conference & workshops, 20-21 June, are our chance to shape Valletta’s bid to be a European Capital of Culture in 2018. Have your say. Participate!
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Photography goes to town!
The first Valletta Photography Festival is more than an event. It’s about giving the medium the local recognition it deserves. Catch it at venues around Valletta till 31 May.
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Now you see it, now you don’t: Valletta’s City Gate
Valletta’s city gate biting the dust in exclusive photos for Maltainsideout. The new parliament is already rising up to replace the space. For better or worse.
Read more »‘The King’s Speech’ in Malta
You’ve seen the film, now live the film set. In a gem of an old Valletta townhouse that merges designer-styled luxury with history’s faded charms.
Read more »Valletta in transit between past & present
Valletta’s City Gate project focuses on demolition and building. But what of the social change it brings? TRANSIT, an urban art project, aims to find out.
Read more »Patches artisan market: no filigree in sight!
Malta’s contemporary artisans are an innovative, entrepreneurial bunch even if they’re mostly labouring away at home. Patches gives them a chance to shine.
Read more »A Tale of Two Cities
Malta has not one, but two walled, capital cities. And it’s long overdue that they are both recognised as world heritage sites.
Read more »A white noisy weekend: Notte Bianca & Malta Airshow
To celebrate what most consider the real end to summer, look to the skies and the streets this weekend. A white night of culture in Valletta and white vapour trails over the airport.
Read more »A Theatrical Experience – Valletta’s new public loos
When is a public loo, not a loo? When it’s theatre, a gentlemen’s club, a music hall. Valletta’s new public conveniences on Strait Street are designed to recall music hall days.
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