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The Guide Locals Wish You Didn’t Have: Introducing Underground Guide Malta

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Underground Guide Malta, is the unhinged guide for those who want to get a real taste of the island – without the bullshit. 

Saying that we have been busy the past few months is a serious understatement. Our small team here at Underground Sound has been burning the midnight oil putting together one hell of a travel guide – among all the other aspects associated with attempting to build a media empire.

But now we can finally say that the hard work has paid off with our newly released digital handbook that’s chalk full of pro tips, tricks, places to go, people to follow, hundreds of recommendations and much more.

Pro tips, tricks, and who to follow. As far as Mediterranean holiday destinations go, Malta should be on the top of your list

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Underground Guide Malta is your access to the underground

For those looking at Mediterranean holiday destinations like Malta. All we can say is, book that damn ticket, sort your accommodation and grab this guide to see Malta through our eyes. It will allow you to gain access to Malta’s underground music, event and cultural scenes.

Who the fuck are we and why should you trust us

(Left to right) Founders Ian and Luc
(Left to right) Founders Ian and Luc

First off if you’re reading this we already know that this digital guide is for you because you’re researching the road less traveled, and you love to support the local economies rather than corporate institutions. Let this be your sign that downloading this eBook is just the start.

Our guide has been developed over years of living, working, documenting, and playing in this unique country in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea.

Underground Guide Malta is a raw and uncensored guide curated for those craving more than the crowded tourist traps and cookie-cutter itineraries. This immersive guide offers readers a roadmap to uncover the underground.

From the best event promoters and music festivals, to fantastic food and coffee spots, this 200+ page guide has everything for the curious traveler who is dreaming of Malta as the best getaway from all the other Mediterranean holiday destinations. 

Reject mass tourism and support those that work in the Mediterranean holiday destination of Malta

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Underground Guide, helping you navigate through Malta

As Malta’s tourism industry booms, visitors often find themselves directed to the same commercialized hotspots. But for those seeking to reject mass tourism, this guide is here to shine a light on the country’s true scene. Using this resource means supporting small, quality events, family businesses and local restaurants run by those with real heart and soul. They are the lifeblood of the island, and they deserve a piece of the pie too.

As mentioned above, Underground Guide – Malta has been created by us here at Underground Sound, this guide is designed for those who crave the road less traveled. From seaside lidos and hidden beaches to niche events and festivals, Underground Guide Malta brings travelers to places they will only find by recommendation, or by pure blissful coincidence.

After traveling to many holiday destinations, it’s Malta that stole our heart

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One of the reason we settled in Malta

We are travelers, and we have traveled multiple Mediterranean destinations but we settled in Malta. However, after a decade of documenting the scene in the Maltese isles through articles, interviews and gonzo journalism through our website we decided that it was about time that we coalesced this knowledge into one single unit.

Highlights of Underground Guide Malta include:

  • Insider tips on underground venues, music hubs, and independent cultural spaces
  • Profiles on local promoters, event organizers and information on artists, highlighting a thriving scene
  • Recommendations for the best food spots celebrating local and international flavors.

Download it and discover a side of Malta that you didn’t know existed.

Written by Ian Hinksman

Ian Hinksman is the Director and Co-Founder of Underground Sound. He leads the organization with over a decade of experience in the music and events industries.

Ian was the Co-Founder of Alternative Obsessions, an event promotion that brought alternative bands to Malta running guerrilla marketing campaigns.

He has managed projects in the media, marketing and real estate sectors and is well-versed in SEO content strategy.

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