Gozo & Comino
Gozo is somewhat more laid back than Malta, its tranquil & quiet and this is why many Maltese tend to travel to Gozo on weekends to escape from the faster pace of Malta. Although the people from Gozo are widely perceived to be Maltese, they have stuck to their own identity and like being reffered to as Gozitans, rather than Maltese, this is also very evident in their accent.
Gozo, with an area of 14km by 7km, is full of valleys and is surrounded by cliffs from the southwest to northwest. The Island is rural and simple, with its way of life rooted in agriculture and fishing.
Gozo is definately a must if you are looking for late mornings, relaxed days and early nights. Look at our "Gozo Villas & Farmhouses" Section under the heading "Places to Stay" to find self catering accomodation with or without a swimming pool.
Comino on the other hand is the smallest island of the Maltese archipelego measuring, roughly 2.5 square km in area. Comino lies between Gozo and Malta and is home to one hotel, a few self catering bungalows and the beautiful Blue Lagoon which is visited by by large numbers of tourists and local alike, especially during the summer months. Comino has a permanent population of only 4 residents and forms part of the municiaplity of Ghajnsielem in Gozo. A visit to the Blue Lagoon on one of the many boat tours departing from Malta and Gozo, will give you enough time to stroll round this little peaceful and tranquil island.
We will be regularly updating this page with a few places that we or our clients beleive are worth a visit. Watch this space.
Places You Should Visit In Gozo
Azure Window - Dwejra - Gozo
The Azure Window is a natural arch which formed millions of years ago when two caves collapsed and left this natural opening onto the mediterranean sea. To get to the Azure Window follow the signs from Gharb and enjoy the country walk down to the azure window.
Gozo 360 - Citadel Theatre. Victoria - Gozo
Gozo 360 is a sound and vision experience which details the history, culture and life in Gozo. This experience is available in several languages. Open Mondays to Saturdays from 1030 to 1530. For Bookings Call on +356 21559955
Gozo Heritage - Mgarr Road - Ghajnsielem
Gozo Heritage is a sound and vision experience using state of art equipment, detailing over 7,000 years of Gozitan life. Available in several languages. Open Mondays to Saturdays from 0900 to 1600. For Bookings Call +356 21561280
Ggantija Temples - Xaghra - Gozo
Neolithic Temples dating as far back as the third millenium BC. Definately worth a visit. Open Mondays to Sundays from 0900 to 1700. For Bookings Call +356 21553194
Ta Kola Windmill - Xaghra - Gozo
A typical Gozitan Windmill inclduing a folklore museum. One of the few windmills still operational in Gozo. Open Mondays to Sundays from 0900 to 1700. For Bookings Call +356 21561071
Lunzjata Valley - San Lawrenz - Gozo
One of Gozo's beautiful valleys, commonly referred to as "Il Gardin Tar-Rabat" meaning the garden of the city. This valley was a game reserve in the time of the Grandmasters. Worth a visit to view the chapel partially built in a cave and natural springs and the typical maltese freshwater crab.
Mgarr Ix Xini Cove - Mgarr - Gozo
Another beautiful valley, which ends with a little inland beach. Make your way down to Mgarr Ix-Xini, following the signs from Xewkija and bath in the inland beach, then relax and enjoy the sun at the Mgarr Ix Xini restaurant, where you will savour the excellent barbequed fish prepared by Noel and his wife Sandra.
Ramla Il Hamra (Red Sand) Beach - Xaghra - Gozo
You must spend a day at Ramla l-hamra which is famous for its red sand and is also the largest beach on Gozo. A statue of the Virgin Mary has been prominently placed in the centre of this unique beach. Once there, make the effort to walk up to Calypso’s Cave on the western side at the top of the cliffs.
