They can be found throughout the islands and are open during normal shopping hours. Persons receiving medical treatment and who may need to carry medicines into Malta or purchase fresh supplies are advised to carry a letter of introduction from their family doctor. British nationals holidaying in Malta are entitled to free medical and hospital care. Tap water is perfectly safe to drink but may taste strong by European standards. Milk is pasteurised and available daily in cartons and bottles.
All dairy products are safe for consumption.
There is no limit to the amount of foreign currency visitors may bring into the Islands, provided it is declared upon arrival. The maximum amount of Maltese currency is, however, limited to LM50. Visitors may take out of Malta any unspent foreign currency but no more than LM25 in Maltese currency. There are a number of sandy beaches, especally in the north of the island, the best known are Mellieha Bay, Golden Sands and Armier. In the south the best sandy beach is at Birzebbugia.