July Newsletter
- Jul 3
- 2 min read
FUN FACTS:
Big Ben's clock stopped at 10:07 p.m. on 27 May 2005, most likely due to an extremely hot temperature of 31.8 degrees Celsius.
Ketchup was once sold as medicine. The condiment was prescribed and sold to people suffering with indigestion back in 1834.
It's illegal to own just one guinea pig in Switzerland. It's considered animal abuse because they're social beings and do get lonely.
Japan has over 200 flavours of Kit Kats. They're exclusively created for different regions, cities, and seasons. There are a number of tasty-sounding ones like banana, blueberry cheesecake, and Oreo ice cream, as well as some very questionable ones like baked potato, melon and cheese, wasabi, and vegetable juice. Yummy!
Maltese sayings:
Ħawwadni ħa nifhmek (Confuse me so I understand you) : You've completely confused me!
Qed tieħu t-tewm (You are taking garlic): Used when someone is losing their temper or getting "spicy".
Wara l-maltemp jiġi l-bnazzi (After the bad weather comes the fine weather): A common, encouraging phrase, though often said with a wry smile.
Michael Bublé in Malta!
For the first time ever, Michael performs in Malta at the Ta’ Qali National Park this summer on Wednesday, July 8th.
One for the Ladies me thinks!
With 6 years of sold out shows in Malta, the UK’s BBC Radio 2 and the BBC Concert Orchestra return this year with their biggest headlining concert yet.
A musical battle of ABBA versus BEE GEES, in a head-to-head one-night spectacular.
We know who Passepartout and family are routing for!
In case you missed it last month - Winter warmer deals are now open for + PLUS + Membership holders!
Winter warmers are available at the Primera Hotel, Malta between 1st November 2026 to the 15th March 2027 (subject to availability).
x1 week @ £115
x2 consecutive weeks @ £250
x3 consecutive weeks @ £385
x4 consecutive weeks @ £475
Place your reservation request early as availability is limited. Reservation Request
QUIZ FOR CLUB LAS CALAS,
LANZAROTE
PLUS MEMBERSHIPS ONLY QUIZ: Answer the question correctly and get a week at the beautiful Club Las Calas during July for up to 4 PERSONS for only £399!
Sleep 4 apartment: Limited dates available.
Question: What is the capital of Lanzarote?
Resort of the month:
Dunas Club, Fuerteventura, Canaries.
Located near the beach and marina in Corralejo, Apartamentos Dunas Club offers 110 guestrooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, flat-screen televisions, balconies, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant serving Canarian and international cuisine, and a bar, including a poolside option. Additional amenities include a gym, 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, a library, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Bicycles are available for rent. Weekly housekeeping is provided, and cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee. Public transportation is 300 meters away, and the Dunas de Corralejo Nature Reserve is approximately 5 km away. The nearest beach is 50 meters away.
