THE PICTURESQUE HARBOUR OF KATO PAPHOS
A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR VISITORS A PICTURESQUE HARBOUR The picturesque Paphos harbour not only offers some truly stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea, but also acts as a hub for…
NO ‘TOURIST TAX’ IN CYPRUS
A RELATIVELY NEW CONCEPT OF TAX The concept of a tourist tax, which involves visitors being levied to contribute to local infrastructure and services, is a relatively new concept that…
CYPRUS BEER FESTIVALS
A SERIES OF LIVELY OUTDOOR EVENTS Cyprus hosts several highly anticipated annual beer festivals throughout the summer and autumn across the island. These lively outdoor events feature local microbreweries, international…
MY VISIT TO THE MUNICIPAL MARKET IN THE OLD TOWN OF PAPHOS
A PLEASANT LITTLE ADVENTURE IN PAPHOS By Mary Ellis ALTERNATIVE SHOPPING IN PAPHOS The Paphos Municipal Market, which is historically known to locals as the Agora, is a covered, bazaar-style…
GENERAL PARKING RULES FOR CYPRUS
WHERE TO LEGALLY PARK! STREET & CURB PARKING Double yellow lines: Parking and stopping are prohibited at all times. Single yellow lines: Although parking is prohibited, short stops to load…
MOSQUITOES IN CYPRUS
CYPRUS BITES BACK! Cyprus hosts around 33 different resident mosquito species whose activity peaks during warm, humid periods, mainly at dawn or dusk across Cyprus. This includes established populations of…
SOUVENIR HUNTING IN LIMASSOL’S ST. ANDREWS STREET
ONE OF LIMASSOL’S OLDEST STREETS FOR SHOPPING WHAT TO EXPECT IN SAINT ANDREWS STREET Ideal for a stroll, this charming, pedestrianised street is located in the historic heart of Limassol’s…
A NEW ERA FOR SWIMMING POOLS IN CYPRUS
UPGRADES FOR SEVERAL OF THE ISLAND’S PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS The CYPRUS SPORTS ORGANISATION is actively encouraging sports by actively promoting several of its sports facilities across Cyprus. As a result,…
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…
WEDDINGS IN CYPRUS
A TOP DESTINATION FOR WEDDINGS Cyprus has become one of Europe’s top destination wedding locations. This is due to its straightforward legal paperwork, over 300 days of annual sunshine, and…