Shortletsmalta Magazine 2016 | Page 75

A lthough Bugibba is a modern tourist area there are some very pretty natural highlights close by. Heading north there is Mistra Bay, its headland and St Paul’s Island. Going west and crossing the island towards Ġnejna Bay and Golden Bay is the scenic Wardija Ridge. of Mellieha and Golden Bay (among others). There is a regular bus service from. You can also find cruise boats to Comino and fishing tours. It is about 30 min bus ride to Sliema where there lots of cafes and shops. Also Harbour Cruises and Hop On buses. It`s a pleasant bus ride along the coast line. Bugibba is `invaded` by tourists (local and foreign) in Summer all enjoying the panoramic sea front promenade or having a drink in one of the many bars and pubs. It is still a relatively inexpensive resort that caters for the whole family with numerous bars, pubs, disco`s, restaurants, diving schools, tour and car agencies and all the other amenities a tourist would appreciate. There is still a small bay with colourful fishing boats at the end of the Bugibba Promenade . Many of its restaurants and cafes cater for British tastes and you`ll find popular British food and tea, pizza/ pasta , salads etc everywhere. It`s not really fine dining but satisfies the wishes of the clientele. The Bugibba/Qawra Promenade has lovely views of the open sea and the land across the bay and St Paul`s Island. The shore is rocky, but there are smooth places which are ideal for sun bathing and there is easy access to the sea. Recently a man made sandy beach has been built. There are also lido`s and resort clubs with pools and all amenities. The whole area has all kinds of water sports available including diving schools. Less than 10km away are the best sandy beaches 73