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Malta: island retreat for movie stars and royalty alike

Malta: island retreat for movie stars and royalty alike
16 Jun 2011

Movie lovers have been encouraged to book a visit to Malta, as the Mediterranean island has been the setting for several top films, while Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are currently there for a new project.

Brad is currently co-producing World War Z, while other films that have been shot on location in Malta include Ridley Scott's Oscar-winning Gladiator and the ancient war epic Troy.

Other famous faces to spend their holidays in Malta include Pierce Brosnan, Rachel Weisz and even HM Queen Elizabeth II.

Furthermore, culture vultures catching flights Malta this summer can catch a range of exciting events, including music concerts and food festivals.

The Malta Arts Festival runs from 1 to 22 July, when the nine-day Farson's Great Beer Festival kicks off, while the Delicata Wine Festival (4 to 7 August) is sure to delight connoisseurs.

Finally, legendary Mexican guitarist Carlos Santana will be bringing his laid-back grooves to the popular holiday island on 24 July.

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