Episode
House Hunters International: Warming Up On the Island of Malta
Overview
After studying abroad in Malta several years ago, Mike and Jessica have decided to leave the frigid winters in Halifax, Canada to return the warm shores of this Mediterranean island for good. With sea views and office space for under $1500 a month, their wish list in simple. But as this tiny, ancient island struggles to keep up with demand, the task is challenging for real estate agent Lorraine Bonnici. It's a tough choice between views and practicality, when House Hunters International warms up in Malta.
Details
- Series
- House Hunters International
- Season
- Season 36
- Episode
- Episode 9
- Air date
- 2012-05-03
- Runtime
- 23 min
Episode context
Warming Up On the Island of Malta is Episode 9 in Season 36 of House Hunters International. It aired on 2012-05-03. The runtime is 23 min.
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