Not a fan of trudging through the mud at Reading? Want to experience one of Europe’s fastest growing outdoor music festivals?

This summer festival season, trade in your wellies for a pair of flip flops and head to the Mediterranean island of Malta. After much anticipation, the Malta Tourism Authority and Viacom International Media have announced the two main headliners for the annual Isle of MTV Malta Special, one of Europe’s hottest musical events.

This free, open air music festival is hosted annually on the island of Malta and attracts thousands of festival goers each year with its eclectic collection of international acts and sublime Mediterranean backdrop. The growing number of fans is testament to the sun-kissed joy that the festival offers. Better yet, the music festival is free, so everyone is welcome to join in on the festivities, as long as you can make your way to Malta of course.

Malta Direct, the largest tour operator in the region, is making that part easier and more affordable with our discounted fares for MTV Malta Special fans.

The Isle of MTV Malta Details
The music festival will be held on the 26th June 2013 at Malta’s Il-Fosos Square, where more than 50,000 revelers are expected to party to the sounds of R&B/ pop sensation Rita Ora and the group behind the catchy song of the summer ‘Waiting All Night’, Rudimental.

The Isle of MTV Malta Special is familiar with such musical royalty, having hosted the likes of Snoop Dog, Lady Gaga, Will.i.am, David Guetta and the Black Eyed Peas. It’s no small wonder why Isle of MTV Malta has become one of the most important dates on the European music calendar.

Although Isle of MTV Malta attracts festival-goers from across Europe, British fans in particular are flocking to the island to soak up the sun and dance. Thanks to this year’s sensational British headliners, 2013 promises to be the biggest hit yet.

Travelling to Malta

Now in its 7th year running, the festival has steadily grown in popularity, which has done much to showcase what the island of Malta has to offer. Long days of sunshine, azure waters and dramatic landscapes to explore are just some of Malta’s offerings. As a leader in Malta travel MaltaDirect will be showcasing some of the island’s hottest clubs and bars, as well as highlighting some of our favorite hotels for travelers who enjoy a touch of luxury.
MaltaDirect’s dedicated blog is also crammed with Malta travel information, where we you will find the latest updates on Isle of MTV Malta. Below is a handful of some of the great accommodation options nearby; some are budget friendly, while others offer a splash of luxury (since you are saving on ticket prices, why not?).

Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta
Osborne Hotel
Hotel Phoenicia Malta

To celebrate this music extravaganza, MaltaDirect is offering Isle of MTV Malta fans a discount of £20 if travelling during the festival time. Check out our website for more details.

I’ve added 7 High Quality photos of Rita today arriving somewhere. When we get more information i will let you guys know. Click the thumbnails below to view in the gallery.

MAY 16TH – Out In London

Rita Ora has apparently signed a deal worth £500,000 to model clothes for Madonna’s fashion brand Material Girl.

The ‘Shine Ya Light’ singer was reportedly put forward for the position by Madge’s daughter Lourdes.

“Lourdes has been a fan of Rita for a while and has been to many of her gigs,” revealed an inside source to The Sun. “She persuaded her mum to see her.”

The deal was also said to have been signed following a meeting at the MET Gala ball in New York this month.

“Madonna admired Rita’s attitude so signed the idea off,” added the insider. “Rita jumped at the chance because she’s such a fan of the Queen of pop.”

The source also added: “She also hopes it will help her crack the States in the same way she has the UK.”

Meanwhile, Rita is currently appearing on the big screen in her movie debut as part of the new film Fast And The Furious 6 and is already working on her second album.

010 – C&A

Photo Credit: RitaOraNoticias

Welcome to Rita Ora’s Hunger cover shoot.

In candid her Hunger TV interview we chat to the pop superstar about the pressures of being signed to Roc Nation at such a young age, why she blames herself for her fashion mistakes and why her next album was inspired by a ‘shit relationship’. Wonder who she could be talking about there…

Thats right our very own Rita Ora has been nominated for her FIRST BET award this year. The catagory is “Best International Act: UK”.

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist
Beyoncé
Tamar Braxton
Alicia Keys
Rihanna
Elle Varner

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist
Chris Brown
Bruno Mars
Miguel
Justin Timberlake
Usher

Best Group
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Mary Mary
Mindless Behavior
Slaughterhouse
The Throne (Kanye West & Jay-Z)

Best Collaboration
2 Chainz f/ Drake – “No Lie”
A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – “Problems”
French Montana f/ Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne – “Pop That”
Kendrick Lamar f/ Drake – “Poetic Justice”
Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-Z – “Suit & Tie”
Kanye West f/ Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz – “Mercy”

Best Male Hip Hop Artist
2 Chainz
A$AP Rocky
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar

Best Female Hip Hop Artist
Azealia Banks
Eve
Nicki Minaj
Rasheeda
Rye Rye

Video of the Year
2 Chainz f/ Drake – “No Lie”
A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – “Problems”
Drake – “Started From The Bottom”
Drake f/ Lil Wayne – “HYFR”
Kendrick Lamar f/ Drake – “Poetic Justice”
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis f/ Wanz – “Thrift Shop”
Miguel – “Adorn”
Rihanna – “Diamonds”
Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-Z – “Suit & Tie”
Kanye West f/ Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz – “Mercy”

Video Director of the Year
A$AP Rocky & Sam Lecca
Benny Boom
Director X
Dre Films
Hype Williams

Best New Artist
Azealia Banks
Joey Bada$$
Kendrick Lamar
Trinidad Jame$
The Weeknd

Best Gospel Artist
Deitrick Haddon
Lecrae
Tamela Mann
Mary Mary
Marvin Sapp

Best Actress
Angela Bassett
Halle Berry
Taraji P. Henson
Gabrielle Union
Kerry Washington

Best Actor
Don Cheadle
Common
Jamie Foxx
Samuel L. Jackson
Denzel Washington

YoungStars Award
Gabrielle Douglas
Jacob Latimore
Keke Palmer
Jaden Smith
Quvenzhané Wallis

Best Movie
Beasts of the Southern Wild
Django Unchained
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
Sparkle
Think Like a Man

Subway Sportswoman of the Year
Gabrielle Douglas
Brittney Griner
Candace Parker
Serena Williams
Venus Williams

Subway Sportsman of the Year
Victor Cruz
Kevin Durant
Robert Griffin III
LeBron James
Ray Lewis

Coca-Cola Viewers Choice Award
A$AP Rocky f/ Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar – “Problems”
Drake – “Started From The Bottom”
Kendrick Lamar – “Swimming Pools (Drank)”
Miguel – “Adorn”
Rihanna – “Diamonds”
Justin Timberlake f/ Jay-Z – “Suit & Tie”

Centric Award
Tamar Braxton – “Love and War”
Fantasia – “Lose To Win”
Miguel – “Adorn”
Nas – “Daughters”
Charlie Wilson – “My Love Is All I Have”

Best International Act: Africa
2Face Idibia (Nigeria)
Toya Delazy (South Africa)
Donald (South Africa)
Ice Prince (Nigeria)
R2Bees (Ghana)
Radio and Weasel (Uganda)

Best International Act: U.K.
Marsha Ambrosius
Estelle
Labrinth
Rita Ora
Emeli Sandé
Wiley