Buġibba Square — Attraction in Saint Paul's Bay

Malta. Where do I start. Well in hindsight best thing would have been missing the flight. What a dump. Rude, lazy, scruffy, expensive, incompetent are about best words I can describe. Let's start with buses. Malta public transport . Cheap, comprehensive, go everywhere. Until you realise there's a good reason for this; all end up being 25 mins late, take an hour to do a 5 mile journey, that's if they even turn up. If drivers can't be bothered to stop or let you on, they'll just not bother and drive past you. If you want to try and get from eg bugibba to marsasslokk, (13 miles via Valetta) this will take you 2 1/2 hours, I am NOT exaggerating. Or if you are going from bugibba to Valetta, you will need to 'expect' to get bus at 9am if you want to get to Valetta (11 miles) by 15:00. All bus drivers are about 25, as they'll be retirement age by time bus gets to destination.

Only bus that seems to run regularly is the airport bus that needs to ship the thousands to the airport quickly who have been here for 2 days but were originally meant to be here for a week.

Thinking of hiring a car? Ok well do so; get it and park in middle of a road near Valetta, get out, close door and walk away -which will save you wasting a week of your life, as that's all you'll do in it.

Bugibba. Wondering if this is a maltese word for "rubbish tip and building site" scruffy, streets full of bags of rubbish, overpriced cafes masquerading as 'restaurants' that will charge you £18 for a burger and chips. And leave you laid up with food poisoning. That's the places that's open and not boarded up and vandalised.

Beer is fairly cheap. It's called 'Cisk' which sounds rather like 'pis' which is a good description for it. If you have watched outdoors programmes where contestants have drunk their own wizzle, and wondered what is tastes like, well there you have it.

Malta in February; cold wet windy, you could use it as an experience time to simulate what it would be like to on a survival experience to the south Atlantic for a while.

Amazing to think Germans spent 3 years trying to invade here where if they'd succeeded they would have said 'achtung, zhod this, we're off" and packed up after a couple of weeks

Maltese people: surly, abrupt, rude, unhelpful, no spatial awareness, and generally appear to be a bunch of bastardised inbreds

Nightlife? Barely still alive life more like it, average age 72, if their walking sticks and Zimmer frames make it it as far as Cisk (see above) outlets blaring with compulsory fertberll on every wall.

Don't rely on public conveniences; signs say they're open till 7 but in reality both of them (for the whole island) close at half 5. Keep your eyes closed and your nostrils blocked, if you want to avoid nightmares for rest of your life. You could use pub (I mean football bar), but your offerings will go down a tube to the afore mentioned cisk barrel. The thought of sitting down anywhere would render your pants confined to the bin. Things to do and see; anywhere worth seeing is about £10 a time, but you'd never have time to see it as you spend 3/4 of your day on buses (see above) Brochures and leeching travel cos will insinuate all year round boat trips but with exception of gozo and Valetta harbour trips they only run june-sept. Harbour trips; advertised as 2 hours but only last 1h 5 mins Harbour ferry will sell you ferry tickets and shuttle bus to the next ferry for an extra €1 but is errr free anyway.

Cannabis shops on every corner; not sure why these are needed as walking down any street you can breathe enough of it in anyway, perhaps it's an attempt to stop anyone here for more than a week topping themselves.

Holiday pics: probably the only place in the world I've been to that has either a tower crane, hoardings or a traffic jam in EVERY pictures background. Landscape Qué? There is not a square mile that dosent have a 'construction' on it.

Valetta harbour; ahh such a wonderful sight of boats and rose tinted glasses dreaming of escaping from here.

Valetta; wonderful city, think someone put it...





The town of Bugibba is part of the resort of St Paul’s Bay to the north of Malta. (St Paul’s Bay also includes Qawra.) Bugibba’s superb sea views out towards the neighbouring island of Gozo make it popular with visitors all year round. This area has only been a tourist resort for the last 30 years or so but progress has been fast if not a little haphazard as far as layout & construction design are concerned.The area has developed rapidly since that time and now abounds with hotels,restaurants, shops and much more. Bugibba is also a large residential area for both Maltese & permanent residents from the UK & other countries. Its coastline is rocky but has many small inlets offering access to the clear, shallow water of the Mediterranean which are all well utilised in the summer months by the local people. Additionally, a ‘man-made’ beach has been added in Bugibba (see photo right) close to the Dolmen Hotel although access to the sea is still over a rocky shoreline. The beach is open between April & October every year.

Perhaps Bugibba’s biggest attraction is the main square (Bay Square, see photos this page) along the seafront as it serves as the hub for the shops, bars & restaurants and has the fantastic view which can be enjoyed from many benches arranged in its centre. The square comes alive especially at night during the warmer months as the main nightlife in the area is located here. Regular music concerts are also held in the square which attract many visitors. The same can be said for the bigger football events, the European Championships and the World Cup, as big screens are erected here for these too. The long promenade extends into St Paul’s Bay to the left from the square and into Qawra from the right. A walk in the left direction will bring visitors to the main jetty from which various boat trips & cruises to Blue Lagoon, Gozo and Valletta’s Grand Harbour depart.

Bugibba abounds with restaurants of every type & is also home to the more recognized brand outlets of both McDonalds & Pizza Hut. Buses are frequent through Bugibba heading towards Valletta to the south & Mellieha & the Gozo ferry to the north and the main bus terminus is very close...

Bugibba Square is a popular and bustling area located in Bugibba, which is a part of the town of St. Paul's Bay in Malta. It is one of the main entertainment and tourist hubs on the island, known for its lively atmosphere, especially during the summer months.

Here are some key features of Bugibba Square:

Restaurants and Cafes: The square is surrounded by a variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars, offering a range of cuisines from local Maltese dishes to international fare.

Nightlife: Bugibba is known for its vibrant nightlife, with numerous bars and clubs that attract both locals and tourists.

Shops and Souvenirs: There are plenty of shops around the square selling everything from clothing and accessories to souvenirs and local crafts.

Seaside Promenade: The square is close to the seafront, providing easy access to the Bugibba promenade. This area offers beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and is a great place for a stroll.

Entertainment: Bugibba Square often hosts various events and activities, including live music, street performances, and festivals, especially during the peak tourist season.

Transport Links: The square is well-connected with public transportation, making it easy to reach other parts of Malta.

Bugibba Square is a central point for socializing and entertainment in Bugibba, making it a must-visit spot for anyone...