Clayton Bartolo announces first ever tourism Think Tank

May 18 2021

Tourism and Consumer Protection Minister Clayton Bartolo announced during a press conference on Monday that Malta will be getting its first tourism think tank which will foresee the tourism’s sector rich future. Bartolo stated that, through foresight, the sector will be able to offer work to not only the young generations but also the as of yet unborn upcoming generations in order to succeed in the sector. Bringing together professionals from various sectors, this new think tank will be generating opportunities from any challenged faced.

The Minister announced that the new and hard work undertaken by authorities are heralded under the slogan of Malta as a centre of touristic excellence. Bartolo acknowledged the negative effect COVID-19 had on the economy, and thus is dedicating the upcoming years to give the tourism sector the boost it needs to regain its former glory. Bartolo also announced that authorities are also currently working hard to get Malta onto the UK’s green list.

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Authorities hand out 1078 COVID-19 fines over the week

May 18 2021

Facebook page Covid19 Malta reported that authorities handed out a total of 1078 fines over last week (10th to 16th May). Of these 1078 fines, 809 were related to mask-wearing and another 160 to people who were in groups larger than that authorised by law.

7 catering establishments were found breaking their respective regulations, with another 13 fines handed out to regulations broken in terms of non-essential services. Finally, 3 fines were handed out concerning mass events, 10 fines handed out for quarantine breaches and 76 for household group limitations.

Despite the low daily and active cases being registered, health measures are still an effective means of mitigating COVID-19 alongside the vaccination rollout.

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Photo Source: Covid19 Malta FB, Malta Police Force FB

Hermanos Burgers promoting vaccination through free sides

May 18 2021

As if being safe from COVID-19 and allowing safer travel weren’t enough for a vaccine side-effect, Hermanos Burgers will be offering free sides with combo meals ordered should customers provide proof of vaccination. This is an ingenious way of promoting the vaccination rollout as the system opens up to over-16-year-olds this week.

Hermanos Burgers are iconic for their mouthwatering and juicy burgers. So if you have not yet decided what to do or how to celebrate your vaccination, head down to Hermanos Burgers to enjoy your favourite meal with free sides until the 23rd of May.

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Photo Source: Hermanos Burgers FB

Destiny rocks fresh new look for Eurovision third rehearsal

May 17 2021

The Internet is going wild after Malta’s very own Destiny Chukunyere unveiled a fresh new look as she heads into Rehearsal 3 later today.

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Destiny and the Maltese delegation tested negative for COVID-19 earlier today after a precautionary test due to a member of the Icelandic delegation in the same hotel testing positive, causing Malta to miss Sunday’s Turquoise Carpet opening.

Destiny is set to rock the stage at the Eurovision semi-final on Tuesday after today’s third dress rehearsal and she will rock the sparkly silver dress and bob hairdo which has been very well received by her fans.

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