New for 2013 this twin-centre holiday package in Malta allows guests to discover the delights of both Valletta and Mdina whilst enjoying luxurious accommodation at the majestic Phoenicia Hotel and the Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux.

The five-night package includes three nights at the Phoenicia with its elegant art-deco interior, stunning pool deck set into the city walls and blissful gardens which offer a peaceful retreat from the thriving capital of Valletta, just a short stroll away. 

A UNESCO World Heritage City, Valletta is set to become the European Capital of Culture in 2018 and boasts plenty to entice visitors; with its imposing Grand Harbour, bustling waterfront, vibrant cafe culture and a host of attractions such as St John's Co-Cathedral with frescoes by Giotto and the Manoel Theatre; one of the oldest in Europe.

Two nights at the Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux are also included, where guests can enjoy beauty treatments, massage and the mini-gym on site, as well as golf and spa nearby.  Personalised sightseeing tours can also be arranged.

Mdina was once the capital of Malta and its cobbled streets and narrow walkways have been used as the setting for films such as Gladiator and Troy. Visitors can take a half-hour tour in a traditional karrozin (carriage), and attractions include the 18th century Vilhena Palace, St Paul's Cathedral & Museum and the Mdina Dungeon.

Prices start from £896 per couple for five nights, including airport transfer to the Phoenicia and transfer between hotels in an executive car, daily breakfast at both hotels, two tickets to the Malta Experience audiovisual show in Valletta and two tickets to the Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum in Mdina.

To book visit www.phoeniciamalta.com for the best rates or call 0800 862 0025.

Fly to Malta from a choice of 16 UK departure airports with airlines including Air Malta, easyjet and ryanair, with prices from under £140 return.
 

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Notes to editor

*Prices from €1059 based on two adults sharing and staying in an executive room at Phoenicia Hotel and a duplex room at Xara Palace. Sterling price may fluctuate with exchange rate

**Based on return flights from London Stansted to Malta in June, for £139.83 including taxes and charges. See www.ryanair.com