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Maltese Islands in Richard E. Grant’s Very Modern Odyssey

The Malta Tourism Authority said the Maltese Islands feature in the opening episode of Richard E. Grant’s Very Modern Odyssey, a four-part travel series aired in the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia that showcases Valletta, Gozo and Grand Harbour.

By Malta News AI Desk / 10/08/2026

The Malta Tourism Authority said the Maltese Islands feature prominently in the opening episode of Richard E. Grant’s Very Modern Odyssey, a four-part travel series inspired by Homer’s The Odyssey that aired in the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. The authority said the episode places Malta at the beginning of the series’ international journey.

The episode begins in Malta's Grand Harbour and takes viewers through Valletta, including St John's Co-Cathedral, and features experiences in Gozo. The authority said Malta's gastronomy, architecture, history and Mediterranean character are central to Grant's journey and presentation in the programme.

The Malta Tourism Authority's Digital Unit coordinated the Malta episode through its Film Tourism and History work to facilitate production, the authority said. CEO Carlo Micallef said the collaboration "gives the Maltese Islands an important platform to reach discerning international travellers through an engaging and authentic story." Chairman Dr Charles Mangion said the exposure "strengthens our international visibility among audiences who value culture, history and authentic experiences."

Read the official source: Malta Tourism Authority