Baron Gozo Blog

As autumn turns into winter in northern Europe, the days get shorter and colder and it’s time to wrap up warm and get comfy. Winter means fewer salads and more hearty, warming dishes to sustain us through the chilly weather. Gozitan cuisine is well-known for it’s hearty stews and soups so we asked local chef, food writer and photographer Claire Borg if she would share a warming recipe with us, to help you recreate the authentic taste of Gozo at home. Cooking and enjoying an authentic Gozitan dish might even get you in the mood for thinking about booking your…

You may only think of holidaying on Gozo during the sun-soaked summer months. But our lovely island makes a great destination for a winter break – and especially over the Christmas period. From early December through to the new year Gozo celebrates Christmas in unique style with a festive mix of social and religious events held all across the island. Lights sparkle in houses, churches and village streets and you’ll see nativity scenes everywhere. Our blog post You’ll Love Celebrating Christmas on Gozo gives you a taste of what to expect. So, if you’re thinking about a Christmas break this…

We know that people visiting Gozo often fall in love with our beautiful gem of an island because they tend to come back for holidays time after time – some of our regular guests have been staying with us for more than ten years. We also have a group of European ex-pats who have made Gozo their home and happily live here all year round. For others, Gozo has become a much-loved second home and they often invest in a property rather than booking a rental property every time they visit.   Our property management service Those people who have…

If you’ve visited Gozo you’ll know that Gozo has some spectacular natural sights, such as the towering cliffs of Ta’ Cenc, as well as some fascinating ancient heritage, including the 5,000 year-old UNESCO World Heritage Ġgantija temple complex and the medieval Citadel. But Gozo also has some lesser-known attractions including some small museums which you might otherwise overlook. We’ve chosen five intriguing examples that are well worth a visit and help to provide a deeper insight into Gozo’s past.   Kelinu Grima Maritime Museum Address: Parish Street, Nadur, Gozo Tel: (+356) 21565226, (+356) 21551649 Entrance fees: €2 for adults &…

Thursday 27 September 2018 is World Tourism Day and the focus for this year is on how digital technology has led to innovation in tourism to benefit tourists and local communities alike. Baron Holiday Homes has been offering high quality holiday rental properties on Gozo for more than 20 years with the aim of providing memorable holiday experiences. As a local operator on a small island, we have also always been mindful of our role in the local community. This blog post celebrates World Tourism day by exploring Baron Holiday Homes’ actions to reduce its carbon footprint. When you book…

Music plays an important role in Gozo’s cultural life. From village festas in the summer to Christmas masses in winter, and from the carnival celebrations in February to the religious processions at Easter time, you’ll always find music and singing. And there’s plenty of Gozo Nightlife To Keep Young People Dancing throughout the summer months too. On top of this, Gozo has a rich tradition of hosting a wide range of music events from one-off events and concerts right up to large-scale annual festivals that attract thousands of international visitors each year. Whatever time of year you book your Gozo…

You can taste Gozo’s fascinating history in its cuisine, which combines influences from all over the Mediterranean – including North African, Sicilian, and French. Our blog post Our Guide To A Gozo Taste Experience provides an insight into our tasty, locally-produced bread, pastries, cheese, fruit, vegetables and fish, as well as the delicious range of boutique beer, wines, organic sea-salt, olive oil, honey and preserves that you can enjoy while on holiday on Gozo. As well as getting a taste for Gozitan cuisine, visitors to the island can also get involved in various agritourism activities such as guided estate tours…

These days it’s common for family members to live far apart, maybe even in different countries. And this can create a strong wish for a big reunion from time to time – whether it’s getting together to celebrate a special birthday, wedding anniversary, or maybe Christmas. Gozo sits in the middle of the Mediterranean between mainland Europe and Africa and has been a meeting point for different cultures for thousands of years – from the first Sicilian farmers who settled here in 5,000 BC through the Ottomans and Knights of Malta, right up to the French and British. So it’s…

Although there is no airport on Gozo, there are now more flights than ever to Malta from all across Europe and once there, it is simply a matter of catching the ferry across to lovely Mġarr Harbour on Gozo. And Baron Holiday Homes offers a great airport transfer service to make the start of your holiday on Gozo as simple and hassle-free as possible.   Latest new routes to Malta We previously wrote about several new routes to Malta by several European airlines in our blog post 2018 – The year you discover the delights of gorgeous Gozo! And now…

Share your memory of Gozo with a photo and a caption to win a stay at this beautiful holiday home in Gozo. Describe your #LovingGozo memory with a photo and caption for your best chance of winning. Use the hashtag #LovingGozo to post your photo 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 August 31st 2018 at midnight. Ts and Cs apply (see below).   #LovingGozo Instagram and Facebook contest Terms & Conditions The #LovingGozo contest is open to all those aged 18 and…