If they give you the credit card machine set to a language you don't understand: "No tip" is the button at the bottom of the screen. It doesn't look like a button.
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Be aware that the zucchini flowers have fish and cheese in them.
The hotel provides a bathrobe and slippers. Everyone wears the bathrobe, but most people wear their own flip-flops they brought. If the bathrobe is too big or too small, just get a different one at reception.
Vom Hotel bekommt man einen Bademantel und Schlapfen. Jeder trägt den Bademantel, aber die meisten tragen ihre eigenen mitgebrachten Flip-Flops. Wenn der Bademantel zu groß oder zu klein ist, einfach bei der Rezeption einen neuen holen.
The hotel provides a bathrobe and slippers. Everyone wears the bathrobe, but most people wear their own flip‑flops they've brought. If the bathrobe is too big or too small, just get a new one at reception.
Vom Hotel bekommt man einen Bademantel und Schlapfen. Jeder trägt den Bademantel, aber die meisten tragen ihre eigenen mitgebrachten Flip-Flops. Wenn der Bademantel zu groß oder zu klein ist, einfach bei der Rezeption einen neuen holen.
For a flat fee of €18, you can charge your electric car in the garage.
Für eine Pauschale von 18 Euro kannst du dein E-Auto in der Garage aufladen.
The five electric car charging stations are free to use. Just move your car as soon as it's charged so other guests can use them!
Die 5 E-Ladestationen fürs Auto können kostenlos genutzt werden. Mach nur gleich nach dem Laden wieder Platz für andere Gäste, damit jeder zum Laden kommt!
You can check in at 12 pm on arrival day and use the spa/bathing area right away (the room isn't ready until 3 pm). Your luggage will be stored in the meantime and brought to the room later. You only need one euro for a locker to stow your street clothes.
On departure day it's the same in reverse: you can use the spa area until the evening (6 pm).
Both are free of charge.
Du kannst am Anreisetag bereits um 12 Uhr einchecken und sofort die Badelandschaft nutzen. (Zimmer ist aber erst ab 3 fertig.) Das Gepäck wird inzwischen verstaut und anschließend aufs Zimmer gebracht. Du brauchst nur einen Euro für den Spind, um dort deine Straßenkleidung zu verstauen.
Am Abreisetag das gleiche umgekehrt: Du kannst bis am Abend (18 Uhr) die Badelandschaft nutzen.
Beides kostenlos.
If none of the three main courses appeal to you, just ask if they have any alternative dishes — it's usually not a problem.
Sollte dir einmal keines der drei Hauptgerichte zusagen, frag einfach, ob sie irgendwelche Ausweichgerichte haben. Ist normal kein Problem.
Dinner tables are assigned. If you have a particular seating request, say so at check-in — for example, if you want to sit outside on the terrace in summer or inside where it's air-conditioned. Your table will then usually be the same every day for the entire stay.
Die Tische beim Abendessen sind zugewiesen. Wenn du einen bestimmten Sitzplatzwunsch hast, solltest du das gleich beim Einchecken bekannt geben. Zum Beispiel wenn du im Sommer draußen auf der Terrasse sitzen möchtest oder drinnen, wo es klimatisiert ist. Der Platz ist dann normalerweise für den gesamten Aufenthalt jeden Tag der selbe.
In the afternoon, salads, soups and cakes (all extremely good!) are included in the price at the pool bistro.
Salate, Suppen und Kuchen (beides extrem gut!) sind am Nachmittag im Pool-Bistro im Preis inkludiert.
If you enjoy the sauna, you should definitely try the special "Aufguss" experience sessions at 3 and 5 p.m.
Wer gern in die Sauna geht, sollte unbedingt die Erlebnisaufgüsse um 15 und 17 Uhr ausprobieren.
Treat yourself to a slice of homemade Leberkäse in a small roll for breakfast! Amazing. Best Leberkäse in the world. Add a glass of sparkling wine and the morning is perfect.
Schmeiß dir zum Frühstück eine Scheibe hausgemachten Leberkäse in eine kleine Semmel! Wahnsinn. Bester Leberkäse der Welt. Dazu ein Glas Sekt und der Morgen ist perfekt.
Vienna Lounge is hands-down the nicest lounge at the airport. Way better than the Sky Lounge Schengen and Austrian Airlines Business Lounge Schengen.
The mini fridge in your room is stocked with brand-name drinks like Coca-Cola, two bottles of wine (one red, one white), and two cans of beer, if I remember correctly. It's restocked daily, and - at least with the All-Inclusive package - everything is included.
The All-Inclusive package includes a bottle of Rum and Gin in your room. We didn't touch ours when we were there and took them with us.
You know how you usually want to avoid the buffet at resorts? This one is amazing!
The All-Inclusive package includes a nice selection of both white and red wines. If you're up for paying a little extra, there's an even wider variety to choose from - with a discount for All-Inclusive guests.
The water activities are free! (At least some of them.) I tried waterskiing for the first time and it was awesome. Give it a try!
Even though it's somewhat of an upscale place, it attracts really chill guests. I've never met such friendly people at any other resort.
There are definitely nicer beaches In Mauritius, but the rest of the hotel makes more than up for it.
There's a big music festival/concert called Isle of MTV (part of Malta Music Week) that takes place every July, which you might want to seek out or avoid.
There's live music everywhere at night. Keep an eye out for The Eggheads in particular. (Google "the eggheads malta")
Don't go in July or August. It's unbearably hot.
Try the Leberkäse (in a roll) for breakfast. Yes, it's a bit heavy for the time of day, but it's absolutely worth it. It's freshly made in-house. Wash down with a glass of sparkling wine!
There’s no parking available near the beach. If your accommodation is close to the beach and you’re arriving by car, you’ll need to park uphill and walk down to reach it.
If you can find a place to stay in Valletta itself (not in Kalkara or Gżira), go for it. Only Valletta has the beautiful architecture you see in the photos.
The town has some really charming alleyways
Some Airbnbs seem super close to the beach, but the twisty roads can make it a 20-minute walk.
Don’t let Google Street View fool you. The nicest part of town is the pedestrian zone, and Street View doesn’t go there.
You need to rent a boat and take it around the island. It's relatively affordable, and you can make it all the way around in a day with a few longer stops along the way.
Do not visit in July or August. Way too hot.
At the end of the beach there is a nice family run Taverna
Do not enter the lobby in a bathrobe/swimwear.
There's a "message in a bottle" hidden somewhere on the hotel grounds. If you find it, you get a prize like a free manicure. Ask at the reception for a tip on where to look.
There are no working public showers on the beach.
good advice