Naukluft National Park in Namibia, Southern Africa

Malta belongs on your travel bucket list because it combines 7,000 years of history, crystal-clear Mediterranean waters, and over 300 days of sunshine a year into a compact, budget-friendly destination. Rich History and Architecture • Ancient Landmarks: Explore prehistoric megalithic temples that are older than the Egyptian pyramids, alongside medieval walled cities like the "Silent City" of Mdina. • Valletta: Discover the capital city, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with Baroque palaces, grand fortifications, and the historic Grand Master's Palace. • Diverse Influences: See layers of history left by Romans, Arab rulers, the Knights of St. John, the French, and the British. Beaches, Lagoons, and Nature • Crystal Waters: Swim in the glowing periwinkle waters of the famous Blue Lagoon on Comino Island or explore the sea caves of the Blue Grotto. • Top-Rated Coastlines: Relax on sandy stretches like Golden Bay and Mellieha Bay, with some of the cleanest bathing waters in Europe. • Gozo: Hop over to Malta’s quieter sister island for dramatic cliffs, scenic walking trails, and a slower pace of life. Culture, Food, and Convenience • Maltese Cuisine: Taste a fusion of Mediterranean flavors, including pastizzi (flaky ricotta- or pea-filled pastries), ftira sandwiches, and fresh seafood in the fishing village of Marsaxlokk. • English-Speaking: Malta is one of only two English-speaking countries in the European Union, making travel and navigation easy. • Budget and Size: It is more affordable than neighboring countries like Italy, France, or Spain, and small enough that you can drive across the main island in about an hour. #luxurytravel #europetravel #bucketlist #adventure #explore #travelgram #lttravelconnection

If you cover the shoes or sneakers in plastic that does keep the dirty soles from touching the clothes. It also help when the shoes get wait, muddy or dirt on them to have the them covered in the suitecase. I put my shoes , boots in plastic bags all the time. #packsmart #travel #lttravelconnection