Being at the watery crossroads of two continents, for centuries, Malta has witnessed war, peace and trade. This has made us a nation of sailors.

And that means that we appreciate the beauty of the wind billowing in full sail or pushing the throttle to hear the water rush by and feel the sea spray on our face. Then lower the sails, cut the engine, and watch the sun going down in the bluest of waters.

The Valletta Boat Show celebrates the pleasures of life at sea. From October 8-11, the eighth edition of the show will create a nautical paradise at the recently rehabilitated Dock 1 in Cospicua.

This established show in Malta’s calendar of events will be marked by a return to its origins and will feature over 70 exhibitors from around the world, including the most prestigious names in the boating and yachting industry.

Since this annual maritime exhibition started in 2007, it has maintained a steady growth, making it the country’s biggest boating event, dazzling and delighting over 20,000 unique visitors annually.

Today, the Valletta Boat Show compares well with other medium-sized European boat shows as it provides four action-packed days of fun and excitement for all ages. Events will include an opening ceremony, product launches, boat exhibitions and a cocktail reception.

The Valletta Boat Show is today being organised by MediaMaker Limited, a member of the Allied Group of Companies.