Vibrant VALLETTA

Taking up no more than ¼ square mile, Valletta is the smallest capital city in Europe. But, from my vantage point on the leisurely ferry ride into town, I can see that it’s a city of many layers – once you get past the Crusader-built fortifications, you’re in a world of multi-denominational cathedrals, multistorey townhouses and multicoloured streets.

I’m sailing into UNESCOlisted Valletta from Sliema, a glittering resort town. For €1.50 (£1.29) each way, it’s