HOW IS DAILY LIFE IN MALTA?

Malta is an attractive destination, one of the island countries whose beauty is likened to a miniature pearl of Europe. This beautiful island nation located between Italy and the North African coast is famous for its fascinating natural scenery, friendly people and long-standing traditional values. Daily life in Malta makes people more relaxed and comfortable than ever.

Daily life in Malta- A new day on the ”pearl island”

Starting a new day, life in Malta is bustler than ever. From 7 am, the atmosphere in Malta also becomes crowded. On the roads of Malta, it is easy to find a network of bus routes scattered throughout. Therefore, here, people living often tend to travel by public transport rather than driving themselves to work.

The roads in the city of Malta are very flat and short distances, so it is very convenient for traffic, especially walking. Traffic here is also very closely monitored. Each street is strictly controlled by traffic police. Most of the surrounding places have gas stations and are scattered throughout the city.

In Malta, besides the crowded traffic, there are quite a few shops on both sides of the road and there are markets and supermarkets for people to shop conveniently.

Market and shops

Life in Malta is associated with open-air markets. It offers a wide selection of products as well as superfine local food which is loved by both locals and tourists, many see the market as a place to socialize as well as a place where they can haggle and hunt for a few hours. Markets are usually held once or twice a week in most localities, from early morning to mid-day.

Although the large and popular markets in Valletta and Marsaxlokk are quite busy on Sundays, the markets located in the center of the island villages offer a more relaxed environment. People easily buy goods with great promotions on clothes, shoes, household appliances, toys, souvenirs, fresh products, traditional products, …

About the cost of living in Malta

Malta offers a good, comfortable standard of living and is one of the most affordable compared to other European countries.

With a budget of €1,800 – €2,000 a month, residents can live a comfortable life here.

Wine, cheese, meat, fish are delicious for only about €400 to €500, you can completely have delicious and quality meals.

Small to luxury restaurants in Malta also cost between €15 and €60 for a hearty meal, consisting of three to four dishes.

On average, utilities (water, electricity, fuel and internet) can cost between €100 – €150 a month. If subdivided individually:

• Basic utilities like Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage will cost around €80;
• 1 minute of domestic prepaid mobile phone rates (no discounts or packages) can be €0.25;
• Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data, cable / ADSL) will cost you around €32; and
• 1 liter of gasoline costs about €1.34.

Other expenses while living in Malta

In addition, the cost of transportation on the islands of Malta is also extremely reasonable. A one-way ticket of any public transport will cost around €1.50 and a monthly pass will cost around €26. The usual fare for a taxi in Malta is around €9 and then €2.12 per kilometer.

When it comes to renting a property in Malta, this can be one of the biggest expenses, taking up the bulk of the monthly budget. Rents around €1,000 to €1,200 a month can get you a comfortable, mid-range apartment in Valletta, the capital of Malta. The cost will be lower if the location is located on the island of Gozo or inland Malta.

In addition to the cost of living, the cost of education in Malta is also a priority. All children in Malta attend school for free between the ages of 5 and 16. All study materials, textbooks,… as well as transportation are also free. Parents are only required to pay for the uniforms for their children.

Daily life in Malta – Relaxing afternoon with beautiful seas

In the afternoons, Maltese citizens often gather at the beaches and bays to relax. In Malta, the tourism industry is very developed, so the beaches are always busy and crowded. But that does not reduce the attraction of the charming scenery in Malta.

Daily life in Malta – Night over Malta

When the night falls, life in Malta shows a magnificence, along the canals by the Harbors, many lights shine down making the city more romantic than ever. In Malta, at night, there are also many entertainment places such as bars, pubs, or simply walking along the canal.

Conclusion

Daily life in Malta is very laid back. Malta is shown with many beautiful landscapes, amazing scenery and extremely friendly people. This is a country worth paying attention to and expanding its development.

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