Times of a Student in Malta
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Cheap skincare tips for travelling
How to maintain your skin whilst abroad and on a budget I am big on skincare, which can often be an expensive ritual to have. But, it is just one of my quirks. It has to be done. However, I have managed to find some great ingredients and tips for those who are on a...
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The Three Cities
A visit to the Three Cities As part of my last few days here in Malta, my boss decided to take me out to a visit to the Three Cities. A place I had always intended on visiting during my time here, however, it is quite difficult to get to if you do not have a car. I had...
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Must see places in Malta
The best sites in Malta There are many sites and places that I had never even heard of before coming to Malta, but there are so many that people must explore during their time in Malta. Even if you do not get around to doing them all, that just gives you another reason...
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Cafe Del Mar
I have only had the opportunity to visit Café Del Mar on one occasion. However, it is one the most beautiful lidos I have ever seen. We visited on a Sunday evening but not during a particular event, as normally, these events can be quite pricey. I didn’t quite know...
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Let's go shopping!
Shopping in Malta and the best places to grab a bargain Despite the island’s small size, it has a plethora of clothes shops available to suit each and every one’s needs. From local, independent boutiques, to some of the bigger high street names, Malta has a wide...
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Lets talk health
Maintaining your health whilst abroad It is often easy for us to neglect our mental, physical and emotional well0-being, even when we are in the comfort of our home or home town. So, it is vital to ensure that when you are studying or working abroad, that you are giving...
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Go to Gozo
My hop on-and-off trip to the island of Gozo Before coming to Malta, I knew that I wanted to do as much exploring as I could, and what better way to do this than by visiting the beautiful island of Gozo. Gozo is located from the north western tip of Malta, just a short...
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Making the most of your placement
How to make the most of your internship abroad When travelling to a different country or a different place to undertake a work placement, it is vital that you make the most of the time that you have there, as you will not have that same opportunity again to do so. I...
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Homemade paella
Recipe for paella on a budget One of the best meals I have made whilst being in Malta is Paella. It is pretty inexpensive to make and when made in bulk, can actually last you for a lot of meals. I recently made a paella that made six evening meals. Yes that’s right...
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Travel Tips
Preparing for your trip abroad I wish someone would have sat me down and gone through a list of everything that I would need to consider before moving abroad. Since, my application and acceptance were a very quick process, it did not leave me much time to fully settle...
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Solar Cinema
I recently had an article published in the Times of Malta about a Solar powered cinema that was returning to Malta for the Valletta 2018 Capital of Culture. The project had already been in Malta previously, but as its ever-growing presence expanded further and further...
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Malaga City Centre
After visiting Malaga for many years with my family, we never had the chance to travel to its city centre and do some further exploring of this wonderful southern port city. Located in the south of Spain, Malaga is a great destination for those who want to see a city,...
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Strolling from Sliema to St Julian's
A Stroll From Sliema To St Julian’s One of the best things about Malta, is that a lot of things are in walking distance. So, one evening, my friends and I decided that we were going to head to Sliema and take in the views of the wonderful waterfront there. After...
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All Things Food!
Places to eat in Liverpool Liverpool has some of the best places to eat, all offering a wide variety of food for its customers. I have compiled a list of some of the best eateries that Liverpool has to offer. Liverpool One food hall – At the top of Liverpool One is...
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Places To Visit In Liverpool
Best Places to visit in Liverpool After living in Liverpool for three years now, I have come to find some of the best places to eat and drink in Liverpool, whilst also being able to provide some of the best sights to see. Liverpool has a rich history that I think...
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Liverpool And Its Universities
Liverpool John Moores I never actually realised just how many Universities are based in the city of Liverpool! So, there is the University of Liverpool (UoL), Liverpool John Moores (LJMU), Liverpool Hope (LH), Edge Hill (EH) and Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts...
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My Home Away From Home
Liverpool Studying in Liverpool and living there for the past three years has quickly meant that the city has become my new home away from home. Liverpool is a beautiful city that has so many things on offer for those who choose to visit. Upon arriving there back in...
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Travelling Around Malta
Here will be some tips and tricks for using the buses throughout your time in Malta, along with some of the best ways to navigate your way around the island along with some tips on how to access some of the best destinations. Of course, probably the easiest way to...
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A Trip Into Luxury
Café Del Mar I have only had the opportunity to visit Café Del Mar on one occasion. However, it is one the most beautiful lidos I have ever seen. We visited on a Sunday evening but not during a particular event, as normally, these events can be quite pricey. I...
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Chang Thai
Trying something new I have always wanted to explore food further and try as many variations of meats and dishes possible. During my time in Malta I have definitely been able to do this, and I have managed to explore a wide variation of food. There is one experience...