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Passover 2015 at the Kempinski Hotel, San Lorenzo, Gozo, Malta
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Malta
- Malta is a small island country in the Mediterranean Sea, known for its rich history, unique culture, and beautiful scenery. Its capital is Valletta, and it consists of an archipelago including the main islands of Malta, Gozo, and Comino. The official languages are Maltese and English, and it is a member of the European Union. Geography and location
- Malta is located in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily, Italy.
- It is an archipelago of three islands: Malta, Gozo, and Comino.
- The country is small and densely populated, often referred to as a city-state.
- History and culture
- Malta's history is a result of influences from various powers, including the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and British.
- Its culture is a melting pot of Mediterranean influences, reflected in its eclectic cuisine.
- Valletta, the capital, is a fortified city with a history dating back to the 1500s, built by the Knights of St. John.
- Language and population
- The two official languages are Maltese and English.
- Maltese is a unique Semitic language written in the Latin script.
- English is widely spoken by the population.
- The population is just over 500,000 people.
Gozo
Gozo is a Maltese island known for its picturesque scenery and traditional way of life, distinct from the faster pace of the main island of Malta. Key aspects of Gozo include its ancient history, evident in sites like the Ġgantija Temples, its strong diving scene, and the unique Gozitan dialect of the Maltese language. The island offers attractions such as the Citadel in Victoria, Xlendi fishing village, and various beaches, and is accessible via ferry services from Malta.
History and Archaeology
- Gozo has a long history, with settlements dating back to the Bronze Age around 1500 BC.
- The Ġgantija Temples, UNESCO World Heritage site, are some of the oldest freestanding stone buildings on Earth, dating back over 5,500 years.
- The Citadel in Victoria, a fortified town, has been inhabited since the Bronze Age and includes architecture from the Knights of St. John.
Kempinski San Lawrenz
Surrounded by 30.000-m² gardens, Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz features free parking and non-smoking-only, air-conditioned rooms on Gozo Island. This hotel in the westermost area of Gozo, in the small village of San Lawrenz, has an on-site spa offering luxury treatments. Each of the rooms and suites at Kempinski has a private balcony overlooking the surrounding countryside or the resort's gardens and swimming pools.
Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz - Where European luxury meets Mediterranean flair! Malta's blissful sister island, Gozo, is the Mediterranean's best-kept secret and home to the hideaway resort Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz. Indulge in luxury, culture, sun & sea - and find the undiscovered island you have been dreaming of!
Passover Program Highlights & Essential Information
Closest Airports Airports
Closest Airports Airports
Closest Airports Airports
The nearest airport to the Pesach resort is Malta (MLA). The Pesach hotel is about 1.5 hours ride from the MLA airport. We offer direct flights from Tel Aviv to Malta.
We offer optional airport transfers for a reduced cost (shared transfers).
The nearest airport to the hotel is Malta International Airport - approximately 1.5 hours drive. We offer direct flights from Tel Aviv to Malta.
Seder Night
Closest Airports Airports
Closest Airports Airports
Our Pesach program offers semi-private, as well as communal, seder nights.
Our communal seder is led by a Rabbi / Cantor, and you may choose to join the English or the Hebrew communal seders.
You may also choose to do the seder night semi-privately - with your family in a hall with other families who are doing their own seder.
Davening at the program will be led by a cantor.
In our Passover program, you can choose to conduct a semi-private Seder, or a joint Seder in Hebrew or English. The joint Seder will be conducted by a Seder leader (rabbi or cantor).
Hechsher Kosher
Closest Airports Airports
Kids Club Children's Club
Our Passover program is Glatt Mehadrin, non-kitniyot & non-gebrochts
The kashruth is supervised by skilled mashgichim.
The kashrut level of our Passover program is Glatt - Mehadrin - No Legumes - No Serowah
Kashrut supervision by a team of skilled and God-fearing supervisors - Kashrut is our top priority
Kids Club Children's Club
Kids Club Children's Club
Our Passover program offers a daily kids' program. The counselor team is responsible and experienced, and they have built a diverse and interesting program.
Our Passover program offers a kids' club every day during the holiday. The team of instructors is responsible and experienced. The children's program will be rich and varied.
Lectures and lessons
Our Pesach program offers a rich lecture program on Chag & Shabbat. The program scholar-in-residence is Rabbi Chaim Kanterowitz.
The Passover program offers lectures and/or classes on the holiday and Shabbat.
Post Pesach Weekend
We hired the entire resort for 12 days starting Tuesday, March 31st, and ending Sunday, April 12th. (10 days of Pesach + 2 days post-Pesach weekend)
We rented the entire resort for 12 nights. 10 days of Passover, starting Tuesday, March 31st, through Friday, April 10th. Plus, the 2-day weekend after Passover.
Excursions Excursion Program
Excursions Excursion Program
Excursions Excursion Program
We offer optional daily excursions to explore the beauty and diversity of Malta. The excursion program covers all days of chol hamoed and erev chag & shabbat. The itinerary blends history, nature, and urban experiences. All tours are led by professional guides who speak both Hebrew and English.
Here is a glimpse of some of the sites you may visit in Malta:
- Victoria Citadel
- Hair
- Valletta
- Mdina
- Rabat
We offer an optional tour program that will allow guests to discover the beauty and diversity of Malta. The tour program includes all weekdays as well as holidays and Shabbat evenings. The tour itinerary combines history, nature, cities, and landscapes. All tours are guided by professional guides who speak Hebrew and English.
Here is a look at some of the sites you can visit in Malta:
- Victoria (Citadel)
- Xagħra
- Valletta
- state
- Rabat