Air Malta Offers A Travel Agent FAM Trip To Experience Maltese Island Diving

Online, January 24, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Air Malta and Dive Systems Malta have partnered up to offer an air-inclusive dive travel package for U.S. travelers interested in exploring the best that Malta offers - both on land and at sea. During this seven day "Dive Malta" adventure, travelers will embark daily to the best dives sites in the Mediterranean, including WW2 wrecks, reefs brimming with ocean life and underwater cave explorations - while still having plenty of time to explore the historic island of Malta in the evenings.

Rates for the "Dive Malta" travel package start from $3025 pp, and include the following:
- 6 Nights at the centrally located, 4-Star Cavalieri Hotel
- Hotel Taxes & Service Charges
- Daily breakfast, and either lunch or dinner daily
- Roundtrip Airfare from JFK or EWR in NYC - Including Fuel Surcharges
- Roundtrip Airport/Hotel Transfers
- 2 to 3 Dives Daily including boat charters onboard a Dive Systems Malta Vessel
- A Diving Officer/Guide as well as the Ship's Captain & Crew

Package rates for this "Dive Malta" package are based on double occupancy, with a single supplement option for an additional $23. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the historic 4-Star Cavalieri Hotel is situated the heart of Malta at St. Julians and is just minutes away from some of the most popular island attractions. Rates also include roundtrip airfare from NYC's EWR or JFK to Malta International Airport, with flights onboard Lufthansa and Air Malta, with a connection in either FRA/MUC/DUS. Additional U.S. gateway cities are offered for an additional charge. There are no booking windows or travel restrictions, however, the package rates may vary based on air and hotel availability at the time of booking.

Tips and gratuities are not included in the package price, and travelers are responsible for their daily transfers to/from the hotel to the Dive Systems Malta marina - which is a 7-10 minute walk away from the hotel and can also be accessed via the city bus which runs every 10 minutes. Travelers have the option to bring their own diving gear, however, optional diving equipment can be rented for $120 per person for all dives. Only individuals who have an internationally recognized open-water Dive certification will be able to participate in the daily Dives. Those who are not Scuba Dive certified still have the option to snorkel at each of the daily dive sites.

Boasting impeccably sunny weather, sprawling beaches, tempting cuisine, a thriving nightlife and more than 7,000 years of intriguing history, Malta has something to appeal to every travelers' tastes. The Maltese Islands were recently voted the premier dive destination in Europe and third best globally by Diver Magazine in their annual "Diver Awards." The award, which was voted by the magazine's readers, confirms the Maltese Islands as one of the most sought-after global destinations for diving and is the first time such an award has been given to a Mediterranean country.

Travelers interested in booking this air-inclusive Dive Malta package can contact their travel agent or major tour operator. Travel agents and tour operators who are interested in booking this commissionable package or inquiring about U.S. travel to Malta can call 1-866-357-4155 and ask for either Marc Stafrace or Valerie Jobst.

About Air Malta:
Air Malta (www.airmalta.com) operates a modern fleet of aircraft to over 50 destinations in Europe, North Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean, with 200 flights a week. The carrier remains Malta's premier airline, offering an extensive choice of air services from a variety of locations to/from Malta International Airport. With a strong commitment to service and value, Air Malta strives for each individual passenger to experience the true meaning of Maltese hospitality. Air Malta offers travel agents net airline rates and special destination packages and promotions, as well as tiered commission options for agents based on bookings. For additional information about travel to Malta, visit www.airmalta.com.

About Dive Systems Malta:
Dive Systems is the largest dive centre in Malta offering the best dive facilities and training on the island. Padi 5-star certified, Dive Systems offers a wide range of PADI certificate courses at the center's Dive School, from introductory to "Go Pro." The centre is fully equipped with modern equipment which is regularly tested and maintained to ensure reliability. Dive Systems' Instructors are highly qualified, diligent, friendly and know the dive sites well. Dive systems can provide Instructors in various languages and English is spoken by everyone at the Centre.