Seventy years after the Mediterranean country became the first collective recipient of the George Cross for its heroic resistance during the Second World War, TINA EDISS visits the island as it gears up for a season of celebration

The island is a beguiling blend of idylic beaches, magnificent architecture and history, as NICOLA ISEARD discovers

Forget the stuffy ideas of old and embrace the vibrant celeb-studded island of Malta says ANDREW FRASER

Get into ultimate clubbing in Gozo says ED DYSON

It may live in the shadow of its island neighbour Malta but it has plenty of its own visual and cultural delights just waiting to be explored, as CLARE COLVIN discovers

IF you see the world as one big revolving dance floor, a tiny rock in the Mediterranean could be your Mecca.

MALTA is many things to many British people and it’s not difficult to understand why the island never loses its magical appeal says FRANK CORLESS.

There are not many places where you can combine historical heritage with breathtaking scenery, exciting activities, and amazing food!

OK! finds out why the stars have been flocking to Malta...

MALTA is heralded for its fine weather and the generous appearance of the sun for 300 days in a year.