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Welcome to Cyprus, Please Pay €300 for a Taxi

Manuel Santos

Tourists report sky-high taxi fares at Cyprus airports, with some asked to pay €300 for short rides. Authorities promise review.

5 months ago

Cyprus Tourists Report Taxi Overcharging at Larnaca and Paphos Airports

Kostas Raptis

Tourists in Cyprus reported inflated taxi fares at night. Official tariffs show far lower prices, but some drivers demanded €200–300.

5 months ago

Cyprus Strike Strands 15,000 Travelers and Disrupts Public Services

Iorgos Pappas

A three-hour general strike in Cyprus on September 11 grounded 50 flights, delayed 15,000 travelers, and disrupted public services.

6 months ago

Paralimni–Deryneia in Cyprus Launches Full-scale Upgrade of Dive Sites

Manuel Santos

Paralimni–Deryneia is giving its dive sites a glow-up with better access, new signage, and a full diving guide. Cyprus’s east coast is ready to lure divers in deeper.

6 months ago

Daleela Ferry Starts Cyprus-Greece Service for the 2025 Season

Manuel Santos

Sun-soaked and expectant, the quay at Limassol buzzed last Saturday as the Daleela ferry launched its first trip to Greece for the 2025 maritime season. You could almost taste the salt in the breeze or hear Odysseus laughing at the irony—this iconic Cyprus-Greece ferry route, now in its fourth season, is still the only sea […]

9 months ago

Cyprus to Lebanon Ferry Service Launches Summer 2025

Iorgos Pappas

This summer, a new ferry service will connect Larnaca, Cyprus, and Jounieh, Lebanon, making travel easier for tourists and locals.

9 months ago

Limassol and Larnaca Compete for European Capital of Culture 2030

Iorgos Pappas

Limassol and Larnaca make Cyprus’ shortlist for the European Capital of Culture 2030.

1 year ago

Cyprus Outlines Earthquake and Tsunami Measures

Victoria Udrea

Cyprus outlines earthquake and tsunami measures to protect tourists and residents in the Mediterranean region.

1 year ago

Dust Off Your Costume: Cyprus Carnival Is Back

Iorgos Pappas

Cyprus Carnival is back to turn a quiet Mediterranean island into a brightly lit whirlwind of celebration.

1 year ago

€350 Million Construction Bill Seeks EU Co-Funding Approval to Expand the Port of Vasilikos

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Port of Vasilikos prepares for a €350M expansion: Plans include nine berths, channel upgrades, and eco-friendly design.

1 year ago

Strategic Changes Strengthening the Cyprus-US Tourism Market

Argophilia Travel News

Cyprus realigns its tourism strategy, targeting the eastern US market and introducing €3 million grants to boost regional accommodations.

1 year ago

The Cyprus Strollers Offer Free Hiking Adventures from January to June 2025

Manuel Santos

Join The Cyprus Strollers from January through June 2025 for weekend hikes across Cyprus’ scenic landscapes.

1 year ago

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