Baron Gozo Blog

You may have spent many happy hours exploring Gozo’s coastline, beaches, and churches. But there’s always more to Gozo than everyone thinks. Even if you’re a regular visitor to Gozo, the island can still offer surprises. In this blog post we take a look at five hidden gems on Gozo, things that you might not have heard of and need to put on your list of things to see (and post on Instagram!) the next time you visit our lovely island.   Gozo’s ancient graffiti Graffiti is not a new phenomenon, and doesn’t always involve colourful spray paint. And here…

You know we love Gozo as we’re always posting lovely shots of our island home on Instagram (@baronholidayhomes) and our Facebook page. And now we know that you love Gozo too – and we have the photos that were entered into our recent #HelloGozo contest to prove it!   We asked people to share their memories of Gozo with a photo and a caption on Instagram or our Facebook page using the hashtag #HelloGozo. The prize was a seven-night holiday in Baron Holiday Homes’ beautiful rental property Djar Ta’ Menzja in the village of Sannat. We sifted through nearly 70…

header photo: visitgozo.com Getting a bit fed up with dreary cold, grey winter weather? Here on lovely sunny Gozo we have the perfect antidote – a blast of Carnival colour and fun to cheer you up. On Gozo, spring arrives early. Our average February temperature is a mild 13°C and in the five days before the Christian Lent period our little island celebrates Carnival in unique style, with fun, food and festivities. So… a winter holiday on Gozo might be just what the doctor ordered. There are two distinct types of Carnival on Gozo. In the island’s capital, Victoria and…

If grey skies and chilly winter weather have got you thinking of your next summer holiday – we’ve got some good news. Many European airlines have announced extra flights to Malta for summer 2018, which means that from the Faroe Islands to Southend on Sea, it’s now easier than ever to plan a holiday on our beautiful island of Gozo. Just think – Gozo’s relaxing beaches, fascinating heritage, sparkling Mediterranean sea, friendly people, and delicious food and wine is even more accessible from the UK and many European cities. In this blog post we provide a round-up of the new…

Cycling is one of the best ways to get around Gozo, enabling you to get off the beaten track and explore the island’s many attractions along winding country roads, ancient village streets, and even rugged cliff-top trails. The beauty of being on a mountain bike is that you can explore parts of Gozo that cars can’t reach and you can go at your own pace. Although you can enjoy cycling on Gozo all year around, you may want to avoid the very hottest months of July and August. Instead we recommend that you consider a cycling tour of Gozo in…

Most visitors to Gozo will pass through the island’s capital city at some point, after all, “all roads lead to Victoria” as we like to say on Gozo. You may also hear Gozitans refer to the capital as Rabat – which was the name of the town before it was renamed Victoria and became a city in 1887 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee. But don’t just pass through – we strongly recommend that if you’re booking a holiday on Gozo and planning your itinerary, then a day in our capital city should be on your list of things to…

All of us at Baron Holiday Homes are dedicated to ensuring that our guests have the best possible holiday on Gozo at one of our rental properties. We strive to offer an excellent level of customer service every step of the way – from the time of your booking right through to your departure. We understand our guests will have different needs and may want answers to particular questions before they decide to holiday with us. To help with this, we are working hard to provide a more comprehensive range of frequently asked questions (FAQs) on our website. In the…

Share your memory of Gozo with a photo and a caption to win a stay at this beautiful holiday home in Gozo. Describe your #HelloGozo memory with a photo and caption for your best chance of winning. Use the hashtag #HelloGozo to post your photo and caption on your Instagram  page or post to our Facebook pages. You may also submit your photo by clicking here. Don’t forget to share your memories with friends and family. Competition closes on December 7th 2017 at midnight. Ts and Cs apply (see below).   #HelloGozo Instagram and Facebook contest terms and conditions. The #HelloGozo contest is open to…

As the days get shorter and temperatures begin to drop, you might imagine that life on the small, sun-soaked island of Gozo would start to quieten down after a long hot summer full of fun and activity. Well, think again! Christmas is celebrated in magnificent style on Gozo with a lively mix of religious and social events held across the island throughout the month of December and well into the new year. If you’re thinking of getting away for Christmas this year, then consider our lovely island of Gozo for an unforgettable experience. This blog post looks at some of…

As winter approaches and the days get shorter and colder, why not treat yourself to a cosy winter break on Gozo? While winter in northern Europe is mostly grey and cold, Gozo’s winters are mild and sunny, making it the the perfect time to visit. Winter also sees the island celebrate Christmas and Carnival in unique style. Here are a few suggestions on how to enjoy the winter months on Gozo.   Get active and explore Gozo If you’re the active sort, then winter is the best time to explore Gozo as temperatures are mild and you’ll get plenty of…