Drinkies

On the Way to Malta

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May 6th 2008
Day 8 At Sea Slept in late. Relaxed. Listened to several presentations from different speakers ranging from the executive chef talking while a bloke made fancy carvings into fruit and vegies. Arrived late and played in a trivia competition. Most of the questions related to USA history - sports people and actors etc. Attended an art auction and, wait for it we bought two paintings. That’s ... read more

Europe » Malta » Malta

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Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic. Since about the mi... ... read more