Every winter, officials in the German state of Bavaria organize feedings for wild deer — much to the delight of the animals and the spectators.
Category Archives: Outdoors
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.
Malta’s Cliff-Diving Dog Captures Hearts Around the World
Mingling with Malta’s famous diving dog — a Jack Russell Terrier named Titti.
Harvesting Sea Salt on the Maltese Island of Gozo
Gozo is home to gorgeous cliffs and beaches — and some fabulous salt pans, which are still in use today.
Into the Blue: A Mediterranean Sailing Trip from Malta to Comino
For millennia, people have sailed the waters near Malta. Even today, a sailing excursion is still one of the best ways to explore this island nation.
A Bittersweet Introduction to Malta’s Celebrated Honey and Bees
Malta has been known for its superb honey for thousands of years. Though the secret’s been out for a while, it’s still worth seeking this sweet stuff out.
Green and Tranquil Malta: Tasting Maltese Food and Wine in the Countryside
A dedicated Maltese company supports local farmers and artisans through ecotourism.
Of Orange Groves & Tangerine Sunsets: An Ecotour in Rural Malta
Living in Valletta, where there isn’t much green space, Shawn and I have swiftly fallen for the charms of Malta’s countryside. While honking horns and heavy traffic prevail in the densely populated parts of the Mediterranean island, the feeling is relaxed outside these urban areas. Open fields are dotted with agricultural plots of land and rocky walls, and theContinue reading “Of Orange Groves & Tangerine Sunsets: An Ecotour in Rural Malta”
