The name Malta comes from the Italian word "melita" or "honey". The reason for that is quite banal — when sailors first saw Malta, the islands' limestone silhouette appeared dark yellow, similar to the colour of honey. The Limestone Heritage, Park and Gardens is a former quarry, where you can explore the island's limestone history through its exhibits and sculpting demonstrations.

Step into the shoes of the leading Baroque artist of his era. Rubens and his family lived in this palatial setting for well over 25 years and it is here that the artist created the lion’s share of his work. Here he entertained Europe’s nobility and Royalty and stored his impressive art collection in a beautiful art room. The charming garden, the creators’ workshop and the fabulous collection draws hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world.

Surrounded by a lavish garden in the northwest of Chiang Mai you will find the Wat Chet Yot Buddhist temple, with its 7 peaks (pagodas) on top of the structure. It is thought to have been built in the 15th century during the Lanna period, and it is a centre of pilgrimage for those born in the year of the Snake. Imbibe the fascinating culture and learn about the temple's interesting history.

Chiang Mai is famous for its cooking classes, so seize the opportunity to learn how to cook real Thai food while you are here. Visit an organic farm, where you will delve into the art of Thai cuisine from field to plate. Engage in hands-on learning as you cultivate herbs and vegetables, gaining invaluable insights into sustainable farming practices. Then, under the guidance of expert chefs, immerse yourself in a cooking class where you will master the intricacies of crafting traditional dishes like curry paste, stir-fry, soup, and spring rolls.