11 quaint villages for rest and good wine
This spring travel to our picturesque villages. Pass by lively streets with lush vineyards, discover a series of charming wineries and quaint towns and stay in atmospheric agrotouristic inns with…
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Green Monday: A Lenten feast and Spring Celebration
Green Monday is approaching and Cyprus will be celebrating with a three-day weekend offering the perfect time to enjoy the start of Lent and the changing weather. What is Green…
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Five excellent trips for March
Spring is fast approaching and March has some bank holidays, which are a great time to head out and explore the island’s villages. We suggest visiting the following five villages:…
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Dog park coming to Limassol
For all of you, who love to travel with your furry friends, and spend time out with your dogs, get ready because Limassol is getting a dog park in 2020.…
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Limassol Carnival in full swing
The biggest carnival celebration is here for another year of fun by the sea. The Limassol Carnival promises an exciting atmosphere, to celebrate for a week listening to great music…
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6 projects changing Nicosia in 2020
With the aim of improving the functionality and visibility of each city, local authorities, with the help of the government and European funds, are implementing a large number of development…
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Explore these 4 villages in November
The last autumn month of the year, November, is already here and we have many surprises, and opportunities for escapes all over Cyprus. Also, we have many beautiful festivals in…
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8 reasons to head to Farmakas on the weekend
Farmakas is an idyllic village in Cyprus and is situated in the Troodos Mountains. Arriving there after a journey of about 40 kilometres from Nicosia, you will be faced with…
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The 15 traditional festivals taking place this October
In many villages of our island, at the initiative of the Community Councils, cultural associations or individually, festivals and traditional festivals continue to be organised mainly for the grape harvest,…
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Stunning views from this landmark near Kykkos Monastery
Through the Facebook page Landscapes of Cyprus, we found an impressive drone video featuring aerial footage from the Throni tis Panayias (Throne of Panayia) of Kykkos, where the tomb of…
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Head for a day trip to the villages of Marathasa Valley
Trips to the mountainous villages of Cyprus are well worth the drive and day out. The natural environment, the fresh air, and the architecture of the villages of Cyprus reward…
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International performances coming to Cyprus this autumn
We will have the opportunity to enjoy large productions from abroad in Cyprus this autumn. But what definitely stands out and comes to bring an international air to our island…
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11 reasons to head to Omodos on the weekend
September is the month that Omodos celebrates, as on the 14th of the month is the feast day of the Holy Cross, where faithful from all over Cyprus arrive in…
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Changes are coming to Protaras
Work to extend Protaras' pedestrian seaside walkway will get underway in November, as the project is expected to cost around €4.5 million. As Paralimni Mayor Theodoros Pyrillis told CNA, "Currently,…
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First International Nicosia Festival in October
The Municipality of Nicosia presented on Tuesday at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre, a new institution in the culture of both the city and the whole of Cyprus, the 1st International…
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Cyprus has 8 European Destinations of Excellence
The EDEN-European Destinations of Excellence project is being carried out in the framework of the European COSME Program, which is co-funded by the European Commission - Tourism Unit. It is…
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Spend time in these 3 villages in the Solea Valley
What would you say about spending an autumn weekend in the most beautiful setting? Traditional festivals will give you the best reason for excursions this month. That is why we…
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Head to Platres for a fun day out
Now that the weather is getting cooler, the time is perfect for an escape to the village of Platres in Troodos. The village is surrounded by lush trees, and has…
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15 reasons to head to Deryneia on the weekend
The weather is now perfect for excursions to the island;s villages. Along Famagusta Bay, in the Kokkinochoria area, famous for its juicy and sweet fruit, Deryneia is the perfect choice…
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14 traditional festivals for a fun September
The first month of autumn is festive and filled with the flavours and aromas of the island, along with music and dances, which flow through the villages, mountains, squares, and…
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6 day trips for a pleasant escape in September
Cyprus offers us a huge range of options for all seasons. From the sea to the mountain our island offers endless accommodation, dining, and relaxation experiences. September is the first…
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Food, coffee, and rest in the villages of Pitsilia
The Pitsilia region of Troodos is located to the east of Mount Olympos, the highest peak in the range, and is made up of approximately 30 villages. The tallest mountains…
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Cyprus Tourism Awards 2019: The winners
Hundreds of people gathered on Wednesday night, at the Filoxenia Conference Centre in Nicosia for the first Cyprus Tourism Awards, held to honour professionals in the industry working to promote…
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Easter Sunday in Cyprus
Easter in Cyprus is a day of celebration, and many people spend it with their families and friends, making souvla and giving gifts of chocolate eggs to children, and enjoying…
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Holy Saturday and Christ’s resurrection
Holy Saturday represents the culmination of Holy Week for Orthodox Christians in Cyprus, as the day begins with the first resurrection and culminates in celebrations of Christ’s ascension into heaven.…
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Good Friday and Cyprus’ traditions
After the crucifixion on Thursday night, the church goes into mourning for Jesus, and the services in Cyprus reflect the occasion, with Good Friday being one of the most important…
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Holy Thursday and the climax of Christ’s Passion
Holy Week recounts the life of Jesus Christ and his death and resurrection, but for many believers Easter is a holiday that represents the promise that there is life after…
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10 churches to celebrate Easter in Nicosia
If you are looking to enjoy a unique Easter experience in the winding streets of Nicosia’s old town, than head to these ten churches during Holy Week. The old town…
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Holy Wednesday and the Last Supper traditions
Holy Wednesday has arrived, and Orthodox Christians in Cyprus will be preparing for the passion of Christ, as the day commemorates the last supper Jesus had with his disciples, and…
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Six convents to visit as Easter approaches
Easter season is here, and many people will want to head out and visit some of the island’s churches and monasteries, which have all be decorated to welcome the holiday.…
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Holy Tuesday celebrations in Cyprus
As Holy Week continues in Cyprus, and preparations continue for Easter, many church-goers will be heading to services on Tuesday, which will represent another of Christ’s moments in Jerusalem, ahead…
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Easter in the village
During the days leading up to Easter in Cyprus, aside from enjoying all the delicious treats available at the bakeries, you could be looking to reflect and visit the beautiful…
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What Orthodox Christians celebrate on Holy Monday
Easter is approaching, and Orthodox Christians in Cyprus are attending church services throughout the week in preparation for the holiday, with Holy Monday marking the day Jesus cursed a fig…
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Palm Sunday in Cyprus
Holy Week begins on Palm Sunday for Orthodox Christians, and churches across Cyprus will be decorated in Palm branches and leaves, to celebrate Christ’s arrival into Jerusalem. A week before…
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Saturday of Lazarus in Larnaca
Easter is approaching, and Cyprus has entered into a holiday mood as the flowers begin to bloom and the island’s communities prepare dishes, churches, and themselves for the holiday. Holy…
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Holy Week in Cyprus
If you find yourself on the island during Greek Orthodox Holy Week, you will find Cyprus has put on its best dress to celebrate Easter Sunday, with churches decorated in…
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Changes are coming to the Larnaca District
Larnaca is a quaint city by the sea, and the villages around it are becoming ever more popular among visitors looking to explore the culture, art, and traditions of Cyprus.…
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Explore these villages in Limassol
Limassol is now a bustling cosmopolitan city by the sea, but it is steeped in tradition, and all you have to do is journey out of the town, visit some…
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Don’t miss these 15 Spring Festivals
Spring is here and as the weather continues to warm up, many fewstivals will be held in Cyprus, bringing music, fun, films, and dance to the island as summer approaches.…
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Limassol listed in 100 best cities to live in the world
Limassol has been included in a list of the top 231 cities to live in the world, based on the research of the human resources and business advisory company Mercer.…
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