This is a really interesting article. Supposedly, Malta has the best weather in the world, even if there is a shortage of toilets and leftover articles from a sex club. Your pictures show a very nice place. I just wanted to let you know I just finished reading "The Elephant of Surprise". It was my favorite book out of the Russel Middlebrook series. But wait! There's more to Russel's story. As I finished reading the book, I noticed a 3-book set about Russel and his compadres all grown up in "Russel Middlebrook: The Futon Years", so, of course I sent away for it. Since I bought "The Futon Years", I was entitled to a free book, so I bought "The Last Texaco". Soon, I'll have to get a separate shelf in my library for all the books written by Brent Hartinger. I guess you could say I'm an aficionado. Take care.
OMG Brent - you are my partner's brother from a different mother! I just finished reading this article to him and I can't tell you how many times I heard....."uh huh" and "yep, that's right". Seriously though, such REALLY helpful and useful information as we plan for our nomadic future. Thanks so much!
Malta is amazing! When I visited the locals told me the culture and language were 1/3 Arabic, 1/3 Italian, and 1/3 English. Fascinating history, beautiful architecture, and gorgeous ocean views.
As for the orgy dungeon...definitely needed more bathrooms.
Did you make it to Hypogeum? It's our one big regret. At the time, we were watching our dollars, and there was a long waiting list. But we still shoulda done it.
And I have to ask ... if someone loves nature surrounding small villages, because of the visual beauty/peace that those spaces provide, will Malta seem visually overwhelming or too harsh?
It is VERY harsh, basically desert. But it IS very beautiful too, and because it's surrounded by the sea, it feels less dessert-y. It is peaceful and beautiful but not bucholic. It may not be the place for you.
Lol, it really was a sick burn.
😏😏😏
But there is a certain charm in living in castles . This must have been quite an adventure.
Absolutely! But the romance also sometimes collides with the reality. LOL
Dear Brent:
This is a really interesting article. Supposedly, Malta has the best weather in the world, even if there is a shortage of toilets and leftover articles from a sex club. Your pictures show a very nice place. I just wanted to let you know I just finished reading "The Elephant of Surprise". It was my favorite book out of the Russel Middlebrook series. But wait! There's more to Russel's story. As I finished reading the book, I noticed a 3-book set about Russel and his compadres all grown up in "Russel Middlebrook: The Futon Years", so, of course I sent away for it. Since I bought "The Futon Years", I was entitled to a free book, so I bought "The Last Texaco". Soon, I'll have to get a separate shelf in my library for all the books written by Brent Hartinger. I guess you could say I'm an aficionado. Take care.
Why thank you! I always love hearing that. 🙂🤩😍
I love the hilarity of your musings! You always crack me up.
Thank you!
OMG Brent - you are my partner's brother from a different mother! I just finished reading this article to him and I can't tell you how many times I heard....."uh huh" and "yep, that's right". Seriously though, such REALLY helpful and useful information as we plan for our nomadic future. Thanks so much!
Haha, you're welcome! I hope we all get to meet one day.
Malta is amazing! When I visited the locals told me the culture and language were 1/3 Arabic, 1/3 Italian, and 1/3 English. Fascinating history, beautiful architecture, and gorgeous ocean views.
As for the orgy dungeon...definitely needed more bathrooms.
hehehe
Did you make it to Hypogeum? It's our one big regret. At the time, we were watching our dollars, and there was a long waiting list. But we still shoulda done it.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%A6al_Saflieni_Hypogeum
I didn't. Visiting Malta was basically my first international trip, and I was much less adventurous than I'd be nowadays. A reason to book a return.
Old stuff is so interesting but can be very inconvenient! Lol
Oh, the feelings we have about discovery. So fun!
And I have to ask ... if someone loves nature surrounding small villages, because of the visual beauty/peace that those spaces provide, will Malta seem visually overwhelming or too harsh?
I keep wondering if I will be able to handle it.
It is VERY harsh, basically desert. But it IS very beautiful too, and because it's surrounded by the sea, it feels less dessert-y. It is peaceful and beautiful but not bucholic. It may not be the place for you.
Thank you.
It had other problems too. It wasn't well run. But an interesting stay!