The smallest country in the European Union, Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean between Sicily and the North African coast. It's a nation known for historic sites related to a succession of rulers including the Romans, Moors, Knights of Saint John, French and British. It has mighty fortifications built by the Knights of Malta and the British, megalithic temples pre-dating Egypt's pyramids, Roman ruins, opulent churches, and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum (a subterranean complex of halls and burial chambers dating to circa 4000 B.C.). And now we are going there to play baseball!

Malta's geographical location in the center of the Mediterranean made it a much fought over prize and the islands are full of majestic ground defenses. The capital, Valletta, built by the Knights of St John, is a harmonious grid, Medina and Victoria are fortress-like hilltop towns, and watchtowers dot the coast. Even Malta’s fishing boats resonate with the past, their prows painted with eyes, just like the boats of their Phoenician predecessors. Sound interesting? Then here's your chance! Plans will soon be finalized for our baseball road trip to Malta, so now is the time to gear up if you plan to join us. Offering extensive sightseeing and baseball camaraderie, we will soon be signing up players for this exciting trip, so don't miss out.

Probably the single most dramatic episode in Malta’s past was the Great Siege of 1565, a dramatic battle fought between around 700 besieged Knights and a huge invading Ottoman army. The Knights employed some grisly tactics, including using human heads a cannonballs, but after four months they defeated the Turks and were hailed as saviors of Europe. Two of the Knights’ key defensive forts remain today: Fort St Elmo in Valletta, which has been restored and transformed into the National War Museum, and the imposing Fort St Angelo in Vittoriosa.

Sound interesting? Then here's your chance! Plans have been finalized for our baseball road trip to Malta, so now is the time to gear up if you plan to join us. Offering extensive sightseeing and baseball camaraderie, we are now signing up players for this exciting trip, so don't miss out.

   Interested in joining us? Well the requirements are simple.  First, the ability and desire to play baseball in a unique international setting.  Second, an interest in international goodwill and sportsmanship (e.g. if you swing the bat at the ump after a called strike three, please try fantasy baseball).  Third, an adventurous spirit willing to venture forth into the historic island of Malta. Sound interesting?

What’s involved in this once in a lifetime opportunity? First, you will depart America on August 5th and arrive in Malta the next day where you'll transfer by cab to the Mercure St Julian’s Hotel. After a night of rest, we will begin our baseball exploits playing five games in Malta against local adult baseball teams.  

By now you are probably asking yourself how you could be so lucky to have the opportunity of a lifetime and play baseball in Malta. Well, it’s time to come back to earth as every dream has its price, but this one’s reasonable. The cost for each player in a double room is $2795 and the cost for a tourist in a double room is $2695.  Single rooms are $3795.   Final payment is due May 30th. No refunds will be given after May 30th.

What's included in this price? A whole lot on this trip including:

• Hotels with breakfast,

• All baseball games, umpires and fields including transportation to and from the field,

• Baseball games in Malta and Sicily,

• Grand Harbor’s panoramic views and boat tour,

• A tour of Valletta, Malta's capital city,

• Valletta’s Castille Square, Parliament building, Opera House, St John’s Cathedral, St George’s Square, Grand Master’s Palace, and Palace Armory

• A visit to Rabat and its historic citadel,

• Exploring Fort Saint Angelo where Grand Master La Valette led the island defense,

• A tour of Senglea, Cospicua and Vittoriosa,

• Upper Baracca Garden and Hastings Garden at sunset,

• Blue Grotto cave boat ride,

• Exploring Mdina and Rabat,

• Panoramic views of Wied iz Zurrieq and Dingli Cliffs,

• Malta’s sister island, Gozo, and its Citadel in Victoria, Dwejra and the Santuary of our Lady of Ta Pinu,

• Blue Lagoon at the Island of Comino,

• Mosta Dome,

• Naxxar and its Palazzo Parisio Gardens,

• Sicily’s sights and sounds

• Our official Malta road trip polo shirt, and

• Our final night farewell dinner!

What isn’t included in this wonderful invitation? First, you are free to choose your own airline to travel roundtrip to Malta as no international airfare is included in the above prices. When we have enough players, you'll be told that its safe to buy plane tickets (TIP: Flying roundtrip to Rome and booking separate tickets from Rome to Malta and from Sicily (Cantania) back to Rome may save you money. Your Malta to Sicily flight is included in the tour price). Second, you must get your own passport if you do not already have one or if yours has expired. Note that your passport must be valid for 6 months after our trip and have at least two blank pages. Third, each player must bring 6 new leather game baseballs. Finally, each player will be responsible for bringing their own Foreign Devils uniform, gray uniform pants, metal or wooden bat, batting helmet, and glove. If you don't own a Foreign Devils uniform (a jersey and cap), you will be provided information on ordering one after registering. Now is the time to sign up if you don't wish to be left out.
Please note that travel insurance is not included in our trip, but it is recommended that you consider purchasing travel insurance in case you have a last minute medical or personal problem arise as there are no refunds. Most will cover international travel insurance, emergency medical care, medical evacuation and repatriation, trip cancellation/interruption, baggage/personal item loss and delay, and 24/7 worldwide assistance. Travel insurance companies used by our players in the past include Insure My Trip, Medex Protects, Quote Wright, and Square Mouth. If you decide to purchase travel insurance rather than self-insure, please make sure it covers international travel as not all will.