Day Fourteen was a sea day as we travelled back to Valletta.

As we have a late flight we relaxed on board for the morning then took a short excursion round Malta which ended up at the airport.

Golden Bay

Mosta Dome. A bomb hit the dome in WW2. It went through the roof but didn’t explode. No one was injured. The bomb is still there to remind everyone of this miracle.

Mdina

View across to Wied Iz-zurrieq, near the Blue Grotto. We swam there on a previous holiday 20 years ago. Amy and I were traumatised by a large white jellyfish (which turned out to be a plastic carrier bag).

Our flight is about to be called. ‘Til the next time!

Today was changeover day when passengers who have finished their cruise disembark and new passengers arrive. We had a whole day to explore Valletta.

The easiest way to get into the town is via a lift up the cliff.

Our ship, Azura, can be seen in the background.

Due to Malta’s strategic location it has had to defend itself many times as the cannons, walls and forts show.

At the top of the lift were beautiful gardens.

We sat in a pavement cafe, people watching while perusing the map.

Thick walls surround the old town.

There are many bustling squares and narrow streets.

We hopped on a little local tourist bus for a ride around the town.

We passed the opening to the harbour before riding the lift back down to the dock. (€1 each for both trips).

Time for dinner followed by a quiz. We will miss our quiz buddies!

Valletta Day 1 Embarkation

Arrived at Gatwick. Obligatory photo of parking position so we can find our car in two weeks time.

Boeing 737 Tui flight. A comfortable flight.

Arrived at last! Here is our P&O ship Azura, our home for two weeks.