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BUSINESS AGENDA | july - september 2013
business update
Your unique event at Valletta Waterfront
www.visitmalta.com The Valletta Waterfront is an award-winning destination. Eighteenth century warehouses, with their iconic coloured doors, stretch along the water’s edge against a backdrop of historic fortifications. Located centrally within walking distance from Valletta and a 15 minute drive from the airport, the Valletta Waterfront offers the perfect backdrop for a wide variety of events with flexible indoor and outdoor options. The variety of locations allows us to host diverse types of events – from intimate receptions to gala dinners, press conferences to art exhibitions and more. The Promenade: An expansive 275-metre strolling promenade, a favourite site for promotional launches and cultural events, offers the perfect staging for corporate and private events.
Magazino Hall: Renowned for its versatility, Magazino Hall proudly displays its historical features from a glorious past. Built in 1727 to store oil for street lamps, it was later incorporated in the island’s first power station. Once inside, there is an impressive arched ceiling and the yellow limestone glistens with the cast of soft lighting. An adjoining outdoor courtyard is convenient for use as a breakout area or as a stand-alone venue. The venue can accommodate 500 persons comfortably. Old Power House: The original building was built during the construction of Floriana’s fortifications in the 1700s. This building has taken many turns in history, before being transformed and operated as Malta’s first electricity production plant. It offers a fascinating layering of spaces and reflects the multiplicity of activities forming part of Malta’s Grand
Magazino Hall
Sagrestia Vault
marquée offers protective cover for up to 1,430 persons in a uniquely magical location. The Sagrestia Vault: Located directly on the Valletta Waterfront is a hidden treasure unknown to most – the Sagrestia Vault. Annexed to the 17th century vault is a small but beautifully detailed chapel dedicated to the Flight of the Holy Family to Egypt. In combination with the Sagrestia Vault, the chapel can be utilised as a receiving area. It is truly a little gem on the Valletta Waterfront.
Harbour over the centuries. The rustic structure with high ceilings displays an interesting contrast between the old and the new. Under the Stars: The possibilities are endless – the open-air venue is an artistic blank canvas with the Grand Harbour as a backdrop on
one side and the Valletta Waterfront buildings on the other. Whether it is for a wedding or a concert, the location is breathtaking. This venue lends itself to the typical Mediterranean al fresco lifestyle. Under the Marquée: Located on the Valletta Waterfront quays, the
Parking for coaches, minibuses and private cars is readily available for all venues. For further details or to view any of the venues contact Anna Maria Cardona Schranz on tel: 2567 3114 or amcardonaschranz@ vallettacruiseport.com