Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades revealed his confidence that the growth rate of 4% for the county’s touristic economy would continue to rise in the coming months at an event held by the Association of Hotelier Managers (PASYDIXE) in Limassol. At the meetup, Mr. Anastasiasdes heaped praise on leaders in the tourism industry and the private […]
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A Cyprus to Greece Ferry May Set Sail Once Again
The go-ahead has been given to Cyprus’ Deputy Shipping Minister Natasa Pilides to study ways a former ferry link in between Greece and Cyprus can be relaunched.
Paphos Mayor, Phedon Phedonos Pushes “Smart City” Initiative
Yesterday the French Ambassador to Cyprus met with the mayor of Paphos to discussed the town’s efforts to transform itself into a so-called ‘smart’ city. Ambassador Rene Troccaz met with Mayor Phedon Phedonos for the second time on the subject of making bringing the city up to speed in digital.
An Exhibition of Traditional Costumes from Romania-Cyprus
A presentation by Attila Barabasi and Rea Ioannidou, the exhibition of traditional costumes and items named ”Similarities and dissimilarities of the traditional costume of Romania-Cyprus” runs in Lanarka from September 14th thru October 30th.
Paphos Offers More Rooms for Off-Season Tourists
The Region of Paphos on Cyprus will feature more year-round hotel accommodations for 2018-2019 as compared to the previous year.
Desertification: The Very Real Threat to Cyprus and Crete
Not all news from paradise is positive these days as unsustainable practices and the global warming trend threatens to turn Cyprus and other southern European islands into true desert islands. New concerns over Cyprus’ very limited water resources come from Cyprus’s Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment, which has set up a national […]
Postcard from Cyprus
Cyprus is surely one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. While the likes of Greece and Spain have become synonymous with the package holiday, Cyprus remains relatively untouched, or at least, untouched by mass tourism.
Spain Prices Boost Southeastern Europe Sales
Hotel price hikes in Spain have prompted big travel entities to opt for Greece and Balkans destinations.
Thomas Cook Group executives say they expect a 40% rise in demand for Greek destinations.
Crete: Over Sold and Under Priced Paradise
According to the Airport Manager at Heraklion’s Nikos Kazantzakis Airport passenger traffic was up almost 12 percent for 2016 year on year. One of the world’s most popular island paradises, Crete is well known for its friendly inhabitants and vacation bargains.
Digi.travel Cyprus Kicks Off in Nicosia
Today the Digi.travel Cyprus Conference & Expo kicks off from the Filoxenia Conference Centre in Nicosia. Organized for the first time, in co-operation with the Association of Cyprus Travel Agents, this session puts technology providers alongside travel and hospitality professionals for networking, business intelligence, and problem-solving. Argophilia Travel News reports from Cyprus.
Cyprus Worries Over Russian Tourism
The economies of the EU versus Russia Crimea situation extend farther afield than some visa denials and wanton sanctions against the Russian Federation. With regional tourism massively affected by Russian tourists rubles, how can the EU further a NATO agenda and not hurt places like Spain, Italy, Greece, and Cyprus?
Georgia & Other East Europe Nations: Are They Key to EU Longevity?
According to a story from Vestnik Kavkaza, the European Union and Georgia will sign an early agreement to start the process of Georgia’s associate membership in November. With pressing tensions all around though, November seems far off where good relations between European countries is concerned.
Can You Find Cyprus On the Map? [infographic]
Can you find Cyprus, or is yelling Cyprus where are you your only shot at discovering the Island paradise? Only about 1 in 10 people could spot Cyprus on a world map if their life depended on it. Better have a look at this infographic for clues then.
Cyprus Travel Sails – Everywhere In the UK
A huge advertising campaign will be taken to the many media outlets; TV, radio, posters, flyers, the works, by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. A tagline the organization created to touch everyone’s heart is; “Cyprus in Your Heart” – striking words, representing Cyprus as it is; beautiful, scenic, from the beaches to the mountain tops, from ancient ruins, to ever more decadent cities.
Russian Travelers Fuel Increase of Cyprus Tourism Revenues
An increase in tourist arrivals from Russia has powered an increase in Cyprus’ tourism revenue. After a constant increase throughout 2012, revenues are expected to reach 2 billion euros by the end of the year, closing at a 10% increase from last year’s figures, according to the Cyprus Tourism Organistion (CTO).
EU ‘Seas’ Rosy Future for Maritime: Ecologists Not Convinced
In light of mounting economic problems over the last few years, the EU is looking offshore to its seas and oceans, as it bids to create more jobs, sustainable growth, and perhaps, an find an end to its current financial crisis.
Pafos Treasure Hunt: Cyprus Local App
As a traveler, you know what it’s like to be new in town, unfamiliar with just about everything around you. Sure, going to review sites and doing your homework via Frommers’ guides and so forth, these resources can generally prepare you for your trip, but the research is not really all that much fun. Now imagine you are headed to Pafos, Cyprus. Even Frommers knows little or nothing about this gem in the Mediterranean.
Monarch Launches Special Deals Summer: Flights to Cyprus
Boasting a sunny pleasant climate, rich history, lovely beaches and an attractive fusion of cultures, Cyprus is a top Mediteranean destination in 2012.
Cyprus Woos Middle Eastern Tourists
Cyprus is stepping up its efforts to attract more Middle Eastern tourists to enjoy the Mediterranean island’s undisputed charms, sending a delegation of leading travel industry chiefs to this month’s Arabian Travel Market, which will be held in Dubai.
SeaChange International Further Enables Cyprus Cable
SeaChange International SEAC, a leading global video software company, has announced their supplying of their Adrenaline VOD solution for the Cablenet of Cyprus. The cable provider’s existing SeaChange STAGIS and CASIS solutions will now be aptly supported by the cutting edge software. If you visit Cyprus, and watch cable television or use the Internet, chances are you’ll use Cablenet.