Mellieha, Malta

Mellieha's main attraction is probably the longest stretch of uninterrupted golden sandy beach anywhere around the coast of Malta

The transfer time between Malta's International Airport and Mellieha is around 40 minutes.

The small town of Mellieha is perched on a ridge above Malta's largest sandy beach, making it a popular spot for tourists. It's also where the 1980 film version of Popeye was shot.

How to get to Mellieha - From the capital, Valletta, head to the far north of the island, it should take around 45 minutes to get there by road transport.

In recent times Mellieha has seen an increase in tourist facilities as this super resort steadily increases in popularity.

Its shallow waters are a result of a natural sandbank that lies underwater around a 100m off-shore, making this a popular spot for sea and sand lovers of all ages.

Elsewhere in Mellieha there are great shopping opportunities as well as historical buildings with notable architectural beauty. The village has a sleepy feeling about it.