This review is about the traditional wooden boat, one of which is called Ben. I suspect that many of the more negative reviews under concern the big RED modern characterless catamaran boats which go under a similar name. Having done both trips this weeks there is no comparison. One is an impersonal experience and the other , on the wooden multi coloured boat, is just so good in comparison. I had a history question I wanted answered, I went to the wheelhouse, and asked, the Skipper said OK when we get to the place where it happened I'll tell you and show you ( HMS Illustrious WW2)..... and he did. This boat being smaller can go to places the others don't, you can sit in the open by the bows , its a true traditional harbour trip. Refreshments available, Shelter available. Forgot to mention the friendly lady at Sliema ferry stage who sold me the ticket, she was very helpful. Altogether a much more personal experience than on the far more commercial red boats where you can't even get near the wheelhouse.