Malta

Despite its small population and geographic size, Malta has numerous impressive natural and cultural sights to dazzle visitors. This tiny archipelago has something for everyone, from the megalithic temples to the beautiful coastlines. While long been a vacation hotspot for Europeans, Malta’s international profile outside Europe is surprisingly low-key or non-existent. Even among most of our well-traveled friends back home, few have heard of Malta as a country, let alone consider it for their next vacation. I think I might make it my mission to encourage Americans to discover the splendor of Malta. It is a true gem of the Mediterranean.