The world's first ever Nickelodeon treasure hunt is taking place in Malta, the Malta Tourism Authority announced today.

The treasure hunt will be taking place between Monday 15th April and Wednesday 17th April, at various locations around Malta. Besides the treasure hunt, a number of other activities will be taking place, starting from Saturday 13th April.

"During the Nickelodeon Treasure Hunt, families will be able to spy SpongeBob SquarePants at Bikini Bottom (AKA the Malta National Aquarium), learn to duel with Nella the Princess Knight at Spazju Kreattiv, take selfies in the exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles AR photo booth at is-Suq tal-Belt and meet PAW Patrol at the Esplora Science Centre, as they embark on an adventurous treasure hunt across the island," a press statement by the Malta Tourism Authority said.

A Nickelodeon multi-media exhibition and workshop Hub will be open throughout the week at Spazju Kreattiv, with the week's activities rounding off with a carnival-style parade through Valletta.

Minister for Tourism Konrad Mizzi said that The Malta Tourism Authority has teamed up with world renowned brand Nickelodeon, and created this event which will entertain children.  "Our marketing campaign was very well received particularly in the UK, France, Germany and Italy.  This year's event will develop the foundation for further strategic collaboration with Nickelodeon."

Gavin Gulia, the MTA's Executive Chairman, said that he was proud of the combined effort of all involved at the MTA as well as Viacom, with whom a great working relationship has been developed thanks to Isle of MTV and now the Nickelodeon Treasure Hunt.

For more information visit http://malta.nickelodeon.tv/