EPT TOUR 2014 By KYRA BORG

By KYRA BORG

If you are a keen follower of the grandest, most is luxurious poker tour in the world, Then you must have-been ecstatic to Hear That PokerStars, the largest online poker cardroom in the world, Will Be Hosting Their lavish events on our very own exotic Mediterranean shores.

That's right our beautiful island of Malta is listed at the very top of Their season 11 schedule. The event Will Be Held in none --other prominent than the Portomaso Casino in St. Julians next year entre March 18th and March 28th. 

This 11-day tournament is expected to feature over 40 events, with its 'climax' being the two main events featuring € 5.300 and € 1.100 respectivement. In addition, EFA-run cash games Such as No-Limit Hold'em and Pot Limit Omaha, Will BE aussi disponible all THROUGHOUT the tournament.

When the Abebooks web sites about the choice of destination, the President of the EPT Tour Edgar Stuchly Replied That together with His colleagues and fellow players, It Was Agreed upon several discussions, that '"it was time to add a fresh and exciting stop to the EPT schedule. "

Continued by Saying That He Believes Malta HE is a great destination for Such a festival, and everybody is expecting That nothing short of a wide number of participants. The players, we l'autre hand, --other-have expectations as well. In an interview Reviews some of 'em Express Their Hopes and wishes, as well as show Their Enthusiasm about traveling to Malta. For some, it Will Be Their first experience on the island, whilst for others; yet it Will Be Reviews another great opportunity to relive Those heavenly days in paradise. [Scroll down for video]

One of the players commented That HE HAD beens and his wife to Malta in between two EPT Some couples of years back and They loved it; "We're definitely going and my wife is ecstatic to hear about it." TV Presenter, reporter and voiceover artist Laura Cornelius aussi Expressed her thoughts in the interview? Expressing That "anywhere by the beach, by the ocean is always going to be good for poker players the sea air ... For Every Morning ... It looks beautiful. I know a lot of people in live poker That Actually There as well so it's safe to get quite a Few people interested ".

Other players, Who never-have-been yet to Malta Before In Their Life, Demonstrate Their eagerness to join in the fun the island HAS to offer. "I think it's going to be good fun. I've never-been to Malta purpose I'm looking forward to it, definitely. "

ALTHOUGH They've never-been to Malta, They Can Recognise very well it's a world of fun. It's as if one can take it for Granted His Time in Malta That Will Be well-Spent: "Malta's an island so it sounds like fun." Does Being an island-have advantages ict After All!

Purpose Perhaps The Most excited person of all is Alex Dreyfus Who Stated: "You can not-have someone more excited than me because i've been living in Malta for 7 years now and I love it - I think it's a great place for EFA players, There are a lot of things to do - There is a portion of the city called Expired Paceville Where There are a lot of parts so honestly it's a very good destination for EFA year. "

Overall, Malta definitely Seems To Be an excellent choice not only for hosting Purposes in regard to year Such event, goal aussi for the players Who are Given the opportunity to come Into touch with the beauty of this island only, Praised for ict crystal clear waters and vivid blue skies, sun shining ever ict and warm temperatures. Malta is undoubtedly best Known for icts lovely weather and pleasant climate, fresh air and calm ict breeze, ict diverse and distinct surroundings.

What is more, traveling from one place to take very little Will Reviews another time since the island is Comparatively small. Hence, it is of great convenience to tourists to visit blind in all lots of places, be it the beach or the countryside, as well as a party place like Paceville or a busy town like Sliema. For Those with a keen interest in history, Malta is overflowing with Such places of interest and is immensely rich in history. These are just Reviews some of the Reasons Why anyone shoulds visit our exquisite island. Perhaps Reviews another reason for it Would Be, as we can see at the end of the video, that ' "Everybody likes Maltesers." 

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MALTA, a tourist island

In addition to an exceptionally sunny weather and an Italian-inspired cuisine, this island offers a rich set of tourist sites like for example its great megalithic, Mediterranean landscapes and nautical activities.

If you are looking for beautiful landscapes, go browse:

·         Dingli Cliffs. At more than 250m above the sea, you can admire the wildest parts of the country and glimpse memorable sunsets

·         Valletta. It is a magnificent coastal city containing of real baroque architectural leader of work dating the 16th century. It also has many religious sites and magnificent old buildings (as for example, Palace of the Grand Masters, la Casa Rocco Piccola, Fort St. Elmo and the impressive Sacra Infermeria, the prestigious religious hospital of the Order of St. John).

Malta is also one of the most attractive places to explore deep sea. You can get closer to wildlife, admire the submarine landscapes, and the magnificent archeological sites as the submerged temples, submarine caves and reef led by the colorful underwater life.

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GOZO

Gozo is an island of the Maltese archipelago in the Mediterranean Sea.

The island is part of the Southern European country of Malta; after the island of Malta itself, it is the second-largest island in the archipelago. Compared to its southeastern neighbour, Gozo is more rural and known for its scenic hills, which are featured on its coat of arms.

The Azure Window is a natural arch in the Maltese island of Gozo featuring a table-like rock over the sea. It is situated near two other famous natural landmarks - the Inland Sea, and Dwejra Bay. The stunning geography of the area was created thousands of years ago when two limestone caves collapsed. This and the nearby Blue Hole and Inland sea are popular scuba diving sites.

Culture and traditions

Gozo is also much known for carnival and during that weekend many Maltese people come all over from Malta to experience Gozo’s unique carnival especially in the village of Nadur. Many locals dress up in colourful and also outrageous costumes with the intention of not being recognised.

Hop-on Hop-off Bus

A hop-on hop-off bus service operates in Gozo. The open top bus tour of Gozo starts from the harbour of Mġarr. Each tour includes an audio commentary in 16 languages and each tour takes 45 minutes.

Ramla Bay is located at the bottom of a rich and fertile valley on the northern side of the island of Gozo.

The beach is quite wide and sandy. It is a particularly golden-reddish sand which makes this beach different from all others in Gozo and Malta. Its real Maltese name is Ir-Ramla il-Ħamra— the Red Sandy Beach. The area around the beach is quite interesting and provides some very rich historical treasures. Roman remains lie beneath the sand and the famous Calypso Cave overlooks the western side of the beach.

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MALTA BY NIGHT

Come discover nightlife in Malta !

The Maltese Islands has also became a hub for the clubbing scene. Internationally renowned DJs like Paul Oakenfold, Erick Morillo, Magda, Tiesto, Van Heill appear for guest weekends throughout the year. This scene thrives all year round and is an all-week affair in a variety of venues, from large clubs to quieter bars where some excellent house DJs entertain and the admission is free. The main nightlife clubbing action is in Paceville, on the coast near St. Julians, where the clubs and bars are in abundance.

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CARNIVAL IN MALTA 

The carnival is celebrated in Malta since 1535 and even since the late fifteenth century. It is initially taking place in Valletta, but today it is celebrated everywhere on the island of Malta during the days before the beginning of Lent. Parades are held in Valletta and near Floriana.

A festival of songs, dances, music and theater, with the highlights in a grand costumed ball, and a grand finale parade in Floriana, ending with fireworks on Marsamxett harbor.

Maltese folk used to celebrate Carnival as did the Knights of St. John as from one week prior and up to Ash Wednesday. The origin of the name Carnival derives from the Italian phrase ‘Carne vale', which means literally ‘meat is allowed' due to the fact that during the forty days of lent, the consumption of meat was forbidden according to Roman Catholic religion. Therefore, Carnival was to be celebrated just prior to the fasting period in Roman Catholic countries.

Carnival is also celebrated in Gozo.

                Malta: The Island of the sports in Europe

 

The situation Mediterranean of the islands and their calm tides, combined with an annual average temperature of 20 degree, making it a paradise for all kinds of sports. Here you can practice almost all sports for both experts and novices.
Some examples of sports that you can practice:Karting, paintball, climbing, paragliding, golf, tennis, horseriding, bowling, soccer etc. Also the terrain and landscape invite hiking and cycling tours.
 Malta also has an international marathon that it is celebrated on 22,23, 24 November.

                                                                       Landsports

Do you want to train your handicap during all seasons in the year?.
The Royal Malta Golf Club is the ideal setting for relaxing, working on your handicap, or spending time with friends. The RMGC was founded in 1888. One of the founding members was the then Duke of Edinburgh who was serving in Malta. Due to the temperate climate, the18 hole, par 68 course is in excellent condition for all twelve months of the year and is enjoyed on a regular daily basis by locals and visitors.

 

                                                                      Watersports

The Mediterranean Sea around the Maltese Islands, light blue, is ideal for diving and is highly accessible in almost all areas of the islands. All three islands offer excellent diving and unique experiences as there are reefs, caves and wrecks that make these are some of the most interesting places for diving in the Mediterranean.
For more experienced divers there are several places where archaeological objects, some of the period of the Second World War and others that date back to Roman times.
At many beaches you can rent equipment for sports such as windsurfing and water skiing. As an alternative to snorkeling, you can go underwater photography.Some of the best places to do diving or underwater photography in Malta are this:

 

Dwejra Point:

It is one of the most spectacular dive sites throughout Malta, with deep water (up to 60m), many caves and arches. Among all this there is a 35m tunnel that runs from the inland sea to the open sea, where the bottom drops sharply. This is the perfect site for those looking for abundant marine life.

Comino Caves:
This site has become one of the most preferred by people who like to dive in caves.

HMS Maori, La Valleta, Malta:
South of the Bay of Saint Paul, on the Fort St Elmo, are the remains of the HMS Maori, a ship sunk in World War II, in 1942. Resting on a sand bed at 13-17m of the surface.

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                             ECONOMY IN MALTA 


In 1990, Malta began the process required to eventually join the European Union. It was in 2004, after various votes and referenda, that the Maltese people formally became members of the European Union. Four years later, Malta adopted the euro, making it the smallest country in the euro area.
From 2005 to 2007, Malta recorded an average GDP growth rate of 3.7%, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in the EU.
Malta’s economy slipped into recession in 2009 when GDP contracted by 1.9%, compared to 4.1% for the euro area. Malta is highly dependent on energy and food imports, making the country’s economy extremely vulnerable to swings in the world economy. Tourism, one of Malta’s main industries, declined dramatically. Malta’s main sources of economic growth depend heavily on the economic health of its neighboring countries.
The main challenge for the Maltese economy, with its dependency on imports and its vulnerability to external shocks, is to ensure that it is wellpositioned to buffer and respond to negative economic developments in those countries with whom it has close ties. It must also ensure the sustainability of public finances.

Malta's history

During the Napoleonic Wars (1800–1815), Malta's economy prospered and became the focal point of a major trading system. In 1808, two-thirds of the cargo consigned from Malta went to Levant and Egypt.
In 1839, the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company and East India Companies used Malta as a calling port on their Egypt and Levant runs.
n 1869, the opening of the Suez Canal benefited Malta's economy greatly as there was a massive increase in the shipping which entered in the port.

By the end of the 19th century, the economy began declining and by the 1940s, Malta's economy was in serious crisis.

In recent years, the economic situation in Malta good.


Resources

Major resources are limestone, a favorable geographic location, and a productive labor force. Malta produces only about 20% of its food needs, has limited fresh water supplies, and has few domestic energy sources. The economy is dependent on foreign trade, manufacturing (especially electronics and pharmaceuticals), and tourism.

There is a strong manufacturing base for high value-added products like electronics and pharmaceuticals and the manufacturing sector has more than 250 foreign-owned, export-oriented enterprises. Tourism generates 35% of GDP. Film production in Malta is another growing industry (approx. 35 million euros between 1997 and 2011), despite stiff competition from other film locations in Eastern Europe and North Africa, with the Malta Film Commission providing support services to foreign film companies for the production of feature cinema (Gladiator,Troy, Munich, Count of Monte Cristo and World War Z, amongst others, were shot in Malta over the last few years), commercials and television series.


Energy

In Malta there are solar and wind power energy. Malta produces almost all its electricity from oil, importing 100% of it. Energy and the cost of energy, which is oft-quoted as the highest in Europe, was a key issue in the 2013 election.


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