April 23, 2024
In an era marked by global connectivity, the Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS) stands at the forefront of the internationalisation of the tourism and hospitality industry.
April 21, 2024
Part 1 of this series takes a look at when and how the Culinary and Food Tourism Industry came to be. It discusses the terms used in the industry, how they interact, and how the industry has evolved. The way forward and strategy for the successful implementation of a successful culinary tourism programme and how they fit in the overall food tourism industry.
April 21, 2024
In a prestigious event in earlier this year, the MTA Chairman Dr Gavin Gulia welcomed and thanked ITAKA Poland for their commitment to the market, for visiting and experiencing the Maltese Islands, and for hosting one of their conferences in our country.
April 19, 2024
At just 16 years old, Jake Caruana has already made a name for himself in the culinary world, breaking barriers and establishing himself Malta’s newest Private Chef. His journey began at a tender age, and now, he is creating waves with his innovative dishes and passion for the art of cooking.
April 19, 2024
It has been an eventful end of 2023 and beginning of 2024 for the Malta Tourism Authority. Sustainability has become an increased necessity to the tourism industry.
April 17, 2024
The Malta Tourism Authority has unveiled a comprehensive guidebook for high-end travel to the Maltese Islands. The aim of the guidebook is to elevate tourism experience and to provide informative and interesting coverage about the destination, offering insight on family travel, active holidays, gastronomy, wellness, culture and much more.
April 17, 2024
In a magical evening that combined the love of fine dining with a heart for giving back, Dine With The Stars illuminated the hearts and palates of ninety fortunate food lovers in Malta. This wasn't just any dinner; it was a gala with a mission, powered by the Island's MICHELIN-starred chefs, all six of them - coming together to support the Malta Community Chest Fund.
April 16, 2024
The Association for Catering Establishments (ACE) congratulates the Minister for Tourism and the top brass at Visit Malta on the record number of tourist arrivals in 2023. The tourism industry has become the most lucrative revenue stream for the government and local economy alike. Taking a ride down memory lane, back in the 1970s our tourist arrivals capped at 170,800 visitors, more than five decades later we are almost at 3 million.
April 14, 2024
Let me start with a disclaimer. I love meat, fish, and fowl. I love all seafood, including sea urchins, or rather loved them while they were available and legal to extract.
April 14, 2024
In an era defined by globalisation, rapid technological advancements, and ever-evolving consumer preferences, within the hospitality industry the need for highly skilled professionals in hospitality is getting ever stronger. The demand for individuals equipped with a diverse skill set and a good understanding of industry trends has never been greater.