JUMBO, CYPRUS’S ONE-STOP SHOP
CYPRUS’S ONE-STOP SHOP! IT’S ALL ABOUT JUMBO A HUGE VARIETY OF PRODUCTS It is generally agreed that Jumbo is the one-stop shop in Cyprus for everyone. This is mainly because…
SAFELY USING FREE-STANDING HEATERS IN CYPRUS
THE SAFE USE OF FREE-STANDING HEATERS IN CYPRUS BEWARE! Due to the lack of central heating across the island, several people tend to use free-standing electric or gas heaters. These,…
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…
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…
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…
REGULAR WEATHER UPDATES FOR CYPRUS
EXPLORING THE WEATHER & THE SEASONS IN CYPRUS Cyprus offers something different throughout its charming seasons. With one of the most favourable climates in the world, the island often boasts…
GENERAL PARKING RULES FOR CYPRUS
WHERE TO LEGALLY PARK! SEVERAL OPTIONS: There are several public, private, and street parking options available for all drivers in Cyprus. Free parking is available in most villages, towns, and…