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…
THE PLIGHT OF TRAPPED PROPERTY OWNERS
WHAT IS A ‘TRAPPED BUYER?’ A ‘Trapped buyer’ is a term that often refers to property owners in Cyprus who have bought real estate without title deeds. Although this may…
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…
A SERIES OF NEW INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS FOR CYPRUS
A SERIES OF NEW PROJECTS & PUBLIC WORKS A BOOM IN CONSTRUCTION ACROSS THE ISLAND THE LAND OF TOMORROW A NEW DEVELOPMENT ALONG LARNACA’S FORMER REFINERY WATERFRONT The island’s third-largest…
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…
THE CYPRUS ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
A DAY OF HISTORY & CULTURE IN NICOSIA A TREASURE TROVE OF ANCIENT ARTEFACTS The Cyprus Archaeological Museum, situated in the heart of Nicosia, provides a treasure trove of ancient…
WINTER ACTIVITIES & SPORTS IN CYPRUS
SPENDING WINTER IN CYPRUS Winter in Cyprus presents a unique blend of experiences that highlight the island’s diverse beauty and charm. With this in mind, the island has become a…
HOW TO PREPARE FOR CYPRUS WILDFIRES
FIRES IN CYPRUS: HOW TO PREPARE? With the climate in Cyprus becoming increasingly dry, the whole island is now more susceptible to wildfires. Known to start in rural areas, these…
THE PICTURESQUE HARBOUR OF KATO PAPHOS
A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR VISITORS VIBRANT & DYNAMIC The harbour area of Kato Paphos serves as a popular destination for all types of visitors. This often vibrant and dynamic destination…