Aspiring stonemasons on the Croatian island of Brač learn the ropes of an Old World art.
Category Archives: Culture and History
A Descent into Malta’s Mystical Hypogeum
Forgotten for millennia, Malta’s subterranean Hypogeum offers a fascinating look into the island’s mysterious Temple Builders.
A Guide to Exploring Valletta: Malta’s Tiny, But Mighty, Capital City
What to see and do in the captivating Mediterranean city of Valletta, Malta.
Exploring Malta’s Roman Roots at the Domus Romana Museum
From magnificent mosaics to marble statues, the Domus Romana Museum offers a wonderful peek at the island’s ancient Roman heritage.
Putting Malta in the Limelight: Valletta’s Manoel Theatre
Opened in Valletta in 1732, the Manoel Theatre has hosted knights, generals, and heads of state.
Sinking My Teeth into Subotica, Serbia: A Tale of Art Nouveau & Dental Tourism
Remarkable architecture — and dental tourism — intersect in the northern Serbian city of Subotica.
Seeing Red: Capturing Malta in Cardinal & Crimson
When we moved to the Mediterranean island of Malta last autumn, we imagined that our leisure time would be devoted to exploring the country’s heritage sites, soaking up the sunshine, and strolling by the inviting blue water that encircles the tiny nation. Back then, we couldn’t imagine all the red tape that we’d have to ‘cut through’ inContinue reading “Seeing Red: Capturing Malta in Cardinal & Crimson”
The Doors of Valletta, Malta
Valletta has ties to the Knights of Malta and the British. The city is also home to some vibrant and diverse doors.
