Malta, the largest of three islands which make up the archipelago, is only 27 kilometres long and 14,5 kilometres wide, therefore offering delegates the opportunity to have excursions to many of its historical sites and cities during conference breaks. Throughout the centuries, Malta's strategic position in the Mediterranean has attracted the attention of the major powers of the day, all of whom exerted a strong cultural influence on the islands and their inhabitants. Malta has had to survive under various successive rulers - from the Phoenicians and Romans to the Arabs, French and British. Long before them, lost in the mists of time, others had established an advanced civilisation as can be witnessed by the magnificent megalithic temples which predate both Stonehenge and the Pyramids. It is thought that people from various parts of the Mediterranean gathered together to celebrate religious acts of worship in these temples.
Few territories can boast such a rich history.
The Maltese Islands offer a wide range of fascinating archaeological and architectural monuments, including beautiful churches, massive bastions, intriguing museums and prehistoric remains which can all be included in delegates' demanding programmes. Gozo, the island of the nymph Calypso, is smaller than its sister island Malta and has a character quite distinct from it. Flat topped hills characterise the landscape, whilst the coast has rugged cliffs, penetrated by steep valleys and beautiful bays. Gozo is more rustic with tranquil surroundings. It offers a number of converted traditional farmhouses, ideal for small top management meetings.