INSTANT PAYMENTS IN CYPRUS
ENHANCING EFFICIENCY, SECURITY, & CONVENIENCE Led by the Association of Cyprus Banks, this is a significant step forward for Cyprus’s banking sector. The Cyprus banking system took steps to revolutionise…
APRIL 1ST CYPRUS NATIONAL DAY
A PUBLIC HOLIDAY THAT CELEBRATES A STRUGGLE FOR FREEDOM Cyprus commemorates its national day on April 1st every year. This marks the anniversary of the start of the island’s military…
CLOCKS CHANGE IN CYPRUS
MAKING BETTER USE OF DAYLIGHT DURING THE SUMMER Daylight saving time in Cyprus Daylight saving time is the practice of advancing clocks twice a year. This is done to make…
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…
MEET THE GREEK CYPRIOTS
A look at the characteristics and culture of the people of Cyprus A MEDITERRANEAN LIFESTYLE Cypriots have a true Mediterranean lifestyle in their veins, and this makes them truly one…
USEFUL THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CYPRUS
Interesting Cyprus Facts “Some useful information about Cyprus” A RATHER UNIQUE PLACE There are several interesting Cyprus facts that all make this island in the sun a rather unique place.…
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…