CYPRUS IS A COUNTRY OF MOTORISTS!
CYPRUS IS MOTORING INTO THE FUTURE AN OVERALL LACK OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT The island’s lack of PUBLIC TRANSPORT, along with the climate, are the main reasons why high car usage…
CYPRUS STREET ART
THE GREEK CYPRIOT STREET ARTIST WHO HAS FIRMLY PUT HIS STAMP ON THE CITY OF LARNACA WHO IS PAPARAZZI? Cyprus street art, it seems, is becoming more apparent across the…
DISCOVERING CYPRUS BY BUS
A SIMPLE MODE OF TRANSPORT Cypriot locals often consider the bus system in Cyprus to be a simple mode of transport for commuting. Others, however, often utilise the bus service…
THE TROODOS MOUNTAINS
SHAPING THE ISLAND FORMED FROM VOLCANIC ROOTS The Troodos Mountains that rise in the centre of Cyprus shape the island’s weather, culture, and life. They generally begin where plains fade…
PARKING FOR BLUE BADGE HOLDERS IN CYPRUS
EU & UK BLUE BADGES ARE BOTH RECOGNISED IN CYPRUS PARKING ENTITLEMENTS FOR BLUE BADGE HOLDERS A disabled parking permit, also known as a blue badge, allows the holder to…
BASIC PICNIC SAFETY RULES
A CALMING SPACE BY NATURE There are several protected designated picnic areas situated across the island. Spanning the coast, as well as mountainous areas, and the plains of the island,…
THE PERIOD OF LENT BEFORE EASTER IN CYPRUS
A SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TO EASTER! A 40 DAY FAST The practice of fasting during Lent is rooted in Christian Orthodox tradition. Lent acknowledges the 40-day fast that Jesus Christ endured…
CLEAN MONDAY 2026
A PUBLIC HOLIDAY The Beginning of the 40-Day Lenten Fast Clean Monday falls on February 23rd this year and this marks the first day of the 40-day LENTEN FAST, which…
GLOBAL & EUROPEAN HEALTH INSURANCE CARDS
Secure a free Global or European health insurance card to recieve free medical assistance from state hospitals in Cyprus! Please note however, that whilst these cards enable you to get…
CELEBRATING TSIKNOPEMPTI OR STINKY THURSDAY 2026
A TRADITION THAT COMES WITH A RANGE OF AROMAS Tsiknopempti, also known as ‘Stinky Thursday’, is a traditional day of celebration in Cyprus. It is always celebrated on the Thursday…