On the hunt of Gozo gastronomic sweet experiences.

Uncover the rural beauty of Gozo and its stunning landscapes. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, and local culture in this serene island retreat.

Meet Ġużepp Buttigieg, a fireworks enthusiast from Sannat

In Gozo, one is never hard-pressed to find exquisite cuisine. A vibrant culinary scene brimming with the captivating scents and rich flavours of the Mediterranean is an intrinsic part of Gozo’s identity. Restaurants offer a variety of menus echoing...

Feasts are a staple in the Gozitan cultural calendar

Victoria's Villa Rundle garden

Exploring Gozitan Wine: Unraveling its Mysteries and Delights

As December closes in, many crib enthusiasts will be laboriously detailing their works of art, in time for Christmas.

Create a platter of Gozo cheeselets, fresh crusty bread and local tomatoes. Include some wine from Gozo’s estates and head to your favourite scenic spot in good company. Enjoy the authentic taste and the serenity of an unspoilt landscape. Gozo is...

Maundy Thursday and Good Friday In Gozo

Gozo is sometimes called the island of joy and it is the perfect place for a wonderful wedding!

Horse Racing in Gozo is a popular amongst the Gozitan people

Gozo’s own Museum of Archaeology is truly worth a visit

With Easter around the corner, now’s the time to plan your ‘figolli’ baking session!

If you’ve grown up on an island like Gozo, your summer memories summer are snapshots of days at the seaside, diving off rocks, snorkeling, splashing and sunbathing…

During the winter season, Xlendi Bay enjoys the tranquil and serene pace of a fishermen’s village that comes to life mainly during the weekend. On the contrary, the summers in Xlendi are busy and many locals and tourists visit the beach at...

Gozo’s honey coloured globigerina limestone is one aspect of Gozo’s identity that cannot be overlooked.

As we come closer to summer, there’s one distinct bush that often grows in the wild countryside that bursts into a beautiful arrangement of white flowers plummeting a shower of white and purple stems.

If you go down to Mġarr harbour or visit the fishing village of Marsalforn during these weeks, you’re bound to meet fishermen as they prepare to sail out for the lampuki fishing season. The boats of medium or large sizes are laden with the empty...

If you’ve ever relished the authentic Gozitan honey, you know already that this precious product is second to none.

As the scorching summer weather evaporates, Gozo breathes revival and after the first rain, the island’s countryside awakens, as in Spring. Once school children settle back at their desks, the idyllic and serene Autumn days are here. The balmy...

The This year’s Fjakkolata on Sunday 8th of October will start with a religious service at 6.00 p.m., followed by the procession at around 7.00 p.m. and by 8.00 p.m., the Santa Luċija square will be alive with music. The Astra Folk Group and...

When you visit Gozo these days, spotting a lace-maker at work is rare!

The Imbuljuta – It’s easy to prepare and there’s no great skill required but this is one great drink to share with family and friends during the Christmas season!

From the temples of Ġgantija to the awesome diving spots like the Blue Hole in Dwejra, the island is noted by many savvy travellers. But away from the cultural, historical and natural landmarks, the island is also acclaimed for its produce like...

What is the Blue Dolphin of Malta International Underwater Photography Competition?
This is an annual competition organised by the Federation of Underwater Activities Malta

The most popular and best tasting Gozitan delicacies

Indulge in Gozo's culinary delights, from the classic fish soup known as aljotta to intricate dishes like lampuki pie and stuffed calamari. Explore a selection of favorite appetizers and main courses that epitomize the island's Mediterranean charm.

The beautiful diving sites of Gozo

Thirty-six participants and foreign judges from the UK, Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Romania, Hungary and Malta took part in the event. Shores dives were held at Dwejra’s Blue Hole, on the new Azure Reef and in the Inland Sea and Tunnel while...

Here we’re looking at Gozo’s oldest bakeries (strictly listed in alphabetical order) that serve this delight and a choice of other savouries and sweet confections.

For a small island, Gozo is absolutely brimming with culture and history, yet scratch beneath the surface and even more natural historical treasures await.

March is always a magnificent time for Gozo’s music lovers as it heralds the return of ‘Gaulitana – A Festival of Music’ a month long musical extravaganza (8th March – 7th April) involving an eclectic mix of musical performances (everything...

If you are willing, able and faithful – then when you visit Gozo factor in a climb up to the statue of The Risen Christ. Towering 320-feet above sea level and punctuating the skyline at Tal-Merzuq hill – locally known as Tas-Salvatur Hill, the...

Many of our Gozitan churches are spectacularly decorated with religious paintings and sculptures which are a sight to behold irrespective of your religious beliefs. These artistic works portray episodes from The Bible and uplift onlookers whilst...

Whether you are exploring the beauty of Dwejra’s cherished Natura 2000 site or taking a scent-laden cliffside tromp through the untamed rugged beauty of Sanap Cliffs, there’s a wealth of beautiful nature just waiting to be discovered on our...

Gozo is an island celebrated for its ornately decorated churches, religious celebrations and devoted people. Like many of us who have read and watched The Da Vinci Code, we know sacred art is loaded with subliminal meaning which can be decoded and...

Festa season is an amazingly colourful time for tourists to visit Gozo and witness the history, devotion, dedication, sincerity, passion and community spirit of our people as they unite together to celebrate in honour of their patron saints.

Because Gozo is a small island with easily accessible beaches, most dives happen from the shore. In fact, even while swimming or snorkeling along our coast you’ll be enthralled by the fish moving around you as the transparency of the water lets...

Saunter down Gozo’s side streets on a hot summer evening while listening out for the click-clack of bobbins and you could end up witnessing one of the islands’ wonderfully talented lace-makers at work. Women, sat on their doorsteps patiently and...

There’s nothing more tantalizing to our taste-buds on a hot balmy summer evening than the smell of hot charcoal wafting through the air and the anticipation of meat or fish infused with spices being slowly cooked over a grill. Eating outside is a...

Now is the time of year when Gozo’s food lovers and fishermen get highly excited, as mid-August onwards brings the highly sought after Lampuki fish to our warm waters. The feast of Santa Marija on August 15th signifies the beginning of Lampuki...

Raise your eyes skywards in Gozo this weekend and you’ll see our blue azure skies filled with the most joyous, colourful fluttering kites showcasing traditional and distinctive designs from all over the world as Gozo’s International Kite and Wind...

October is Opera month with ‘Opera is Gozo’, a festival celebrating this joyous and rousing art form. Soulful arias fill our theatres and skies as international soloist’s, orchestra musicians, choristers and locals unite to perform, participate...

Did you know Gozo has 46 churches and chapels, each with a unique style and history just waiting to be discovered? From 17th-century Baroque architectural wonders, through to 20th century neoclassical tributes hand-built by parishioners. Cast your...

Now that the temperature has cooled in Gozo, many locals and visitors seize the opportunity to get out and about in the open air, enjoying our alluring flora and fauna, first hand. If you relish the invigorating sting of the sea-air whipping...

Worldwide, there are many key events that signify the start of the Christmas season. The lights switching on in Oxford Street. John Lewis revealing their tear-jerking Christmas ad. The Christmas tree being unveiled outside the Rockefeller Center...

If you are a Gozitan and want to introduce yourself to an elderly Gozitan person, they will ask you for your surname and your family’s nickname (laqam). Traditionally, this was a way of instant recognition and, along with subtle hints in the...

When you’re in Gozo you might be captivated by the appeal of the ‘pomzkillious’ island – a microcosm of so many historical, cultural and artistic mosaic pieces presenting themselves fluidly on a tapestry of enthralling sea and landscapes. ...

One late October morning, Visit Gozo met up with Giovann Cassar to delve a little deeper into the world of artisanal crib making. A retired policeman, the 65-year-old enjoys a variety of activities, but there is no doubt that we’ve stumbled upon a...

November has brought about the first rainy days and the first chilly evenings. It’s time to make serious plans about a cosy Christmas holiday in Gozo. Gozo is notorious for its Christmas celebrations and spending time on the island with your...

Rome’s ancient philosopher is often quoted saying,’ Travel and change of place impart new vigour to the mind’. If travel can bring in new enthusiasm, there is no doubt that when your destination is Gozo, the vigour of mind will also result in...

You cannot be a Gozitan and not have a relationship with the sea. The blue surrounding the island is part and parcel of being Gozitan. VisitGozo met up with Franco Bugeja, a 45-year-old seasoned traveller and family man who mainly identifies as a...

As the hot summer days eased quietly ushering in September, VisitGozo chatted with Mr David Apap Agius, the Għarb mayor, about the Kite Flying Festival happening in October. This will be the sixth edition of the festival that the Għarb Local...

As September rolled through and the olives in Gozo were close to being harvested, VisitGozo met up with Maria Spiteri. Maria is a bubbly and easy-going young lady who was jolted into taking over her father’s family country farm a couple of years...

Gozo is not only a holiday destination. Over the years, it has become a dream wedding destination. Beyond the picturesque landscapes, charming villages, romantic chapels and stunning beaches, Gozo is also an ideal wedding destination because it has a...

Bethlehem f’Għajnsielem needs no introduction. The life-nativity scene, which every year bursts with life a step away from Mġarr Harbour, has been the highlight of Gozo’s magical Christmas for several years and is a ‘must’ visit for anyone...