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New travel and lifestyle magazine Portal North will be launching in January 2026, bringing inspiration and insights from our team of travel experts.
Focusing on destinations that are easily accessible from across the North of England, you’ll find a fresh perspective, including insider guides, spotlight features, news, competitions and much more.
Win a 5-night stay in Malta with Portal North
As a taster of what to expect, we’re offering the chance to win a five-night stay at stylish, independent hotel, The Village Boutique and Spa in Malta.
The prize, worth over £1,000, is for two adults and includes daily breakfast, a three-course dinner in The Village Kitchen restaurant, which offers locally-sourced Mediterranean cuisine, plus a daily Spa Sana pass.Set in the historic town of Naxxar, The Village Boutique and Spa is away from the crowds but centrally located for discovering the magical island of Malta.
Once a traditional farmhouse, this 29-room boutique hotel has retained the character of the historic building. You'll see original limestone walls dating back 550 years, alongside sleek, contemporary interiors.
The sumptuous rooms offer views over the tropical gardens, or the countryside beyond, and there are indoor and outdoor pools, a rooftop jacuzzi and an award-winning spa.During your stay you can saunter into the town of Naxxar, which dates back to the bronze age, with megalithic remains and catacombs. Or travel to bustling Valletta by taxi or boat and take in Europe’s smallest capital. The historic site of Mdina, known as the Silent City, is also close by.
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