Lying close to Valletta, the fashionable resort of Sliema boasts a delightful promenade where one can mingle with the locals, while discovering the resorts many restaurants, cafes and ice-cream parlours.For shopping head for the bustling centre of Bisazza Street and Tower Road where there’s something for every taste, from the classic to chic boutiques. On the Strand, sit back in a trendy street café and watch the world go by. From here views of the Valletta bastions are truly impressive, for a closer look take one of the harbour cruises that depart from Sliema Creek.

Kappara is a sedate and chic residential district with beautiful villas and a quiet charm. It nestles between Sliema and St. Julians and is within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and bars of Gzira promenade and the yacht marina. Car hire would be useful here although there is a bus service to St. Julians, Sliema and Valletta.