Ayia Napa

WARNING ! You’re gonna find it pretty hard to leave this fantasy to go back to reality …

Anyone who knows Napa, knows, that ‘full of youths’ stigma is just a load of media hype and no different from any other top resort! Fact is, it’s so versatile…

Giggs’ Gonna Rap in Napa!

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... I'm sure we're gonna hear his top tunes like 'Look What the Cat Dragged In', btw I loved the mix by Drake ft Giggs KMT, naturally 'London Town', and of course, 'Baby', and we're gonna be shaking our booties, with our toes in the sand, at the only beach festival in Napa this year BCL ... and I can't wait, it's gonna be sick!

BreakOut, Escape Rooms, Ayia Napa

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It's the chance to grab a few friends and do something different for a change ... Two of the games work on a linear basis so you start by looking for and finding the first clue, which leads you to the second clue, and so on until you solve the challenge and escape !!! ... Your team can be from 2 to 6 people of all ages, but the level of questions are meant for say age 13 up ...

Ayia Napa Monastery

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It's strange coz with all the hustle and bustle just outside the walls of the monastery, inside its amazingly tranquil and serine ...


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The Hub of Cyprus If you’re staying in Larnaca, this port of old, discovering the island’s other attractions couldn’t be easier with countless day trips in every direction, and meanwhile you’ll find out why it’s…

Paralimni Window Cleaning

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... so he decided to clean windows, but he's a handy man to know because he does a lot more than just clean windows ... he also cleans mirrors, shutters, blinds, glass balconies, fly and mozzie screens, track runners and lots more ...

Grand Opening Party of Blind Taste, Paralimni, Saturday 1st December 2018

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... and enjoy some wine tasting and maybe try a few of their speciality drinks including; Wines from selected Cypriot Wineries . Single Malts . Whiskys . Blended Malts . Tennessee Whisky . Rums . Beluga Vodka . Belaire Champagne . Prosecco .  Moskato . Borolo and many imported Beers for a list of over 150 from around the world ... oh, and there'll be complementary finger food to accompany your drink.

Something Wickedly Hot is Coming to Cyprus

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We’re excited to be the first to announce that fresh and dried Carolina Reaper Peppers are ready to be grown in Cyprus.  So get ready to meet the king of heat, and trust me, they’re not for the faint-hearted.  But, in Cyprus, these super hot peppers will also be blended with extra virgin olive oil to create 'PowerJuice', so I caught up with owner and pioneer Vasillies of Larnaca Park & Fly fame to find out more ...

limassol night (1) Limassol

Our Capital on the Coast also known as Lemessos it’s by far the largest coastal resort in Cyprus, and was the first town to grow after the Turkish invasion in 1974. Many of Famagusta’s residents moved…

Dionysus Mansion Fun & Gourmet, Limassol

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When I asked George why they called it Dionysus he said; "because he is the God of the Vine, Grape Harvest & Winemaking, but mostly because he is also the God of Fun, and the idea of the restaurant was inspired by wine, fun and theatre, and most of all enjoyment! Then we found the house, it was the perfect venue to set the ambiance we wanted"!

The Black Pearl, Pirate Boat Trip, Ayia Napa

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The Black Pearl's adventure glides you along the rugged coastline towards Cape Greco.  Hoisting the colours, Captain Jack Sparrow, Sweet Bonnie and all the other gorgeous pirates, who will get you in the mood, making pirate flags and dressing you up and teaching you some pirates facts and some pirate lingo ... and you'll even learn the Pirates Oath ... ho ho ho, and a bottle of Rum!

Snacks

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There are literally dozens of snack bars doing the usual, Ham & Halloumi (local cheese) Rolls or Halloumi & Ham, or Ham & Halloumi...

Intro Lefkosia town sceneNicosia

The Capital is Always worth a visit! Lefkosia or Nicosia, to us die hard’s, lies at the centre of the island, in the Mesaoria Plain, flanked by the northern range of mountains.  A charming city…

Johhny Mack is George Michael, Kama LifeStyle, Pernera

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convinced by Tony Wade, famed for training the brilliant Sam Smith, Tony suggested John's voice was very soulful and so life changed.  Since then he's concentrated more on Soul and Motown, gigging all over the world including Dubai, Bahrain, and America, oh and Cyprus, twice!  Who'd have thought that he was almost a bank manager lol

Fabulous Jewellers, Larnaca

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This is a family run business, combining experience and a flair for design with traditional Cypriot hospitality presenting a showroom with an extensive and impressive choice of designs, 18 ct Gold jewellery, individual pieces, fabulous sets, and separate diamonds and gemstones, that can be expertly set into your own designs plus a complete silver collection and brand name watches, impeccable icons, and neat little, inexpensive souvenirs ...

The Trail to Caledonia Waterfalls, Troodos Mountains

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Louise was on the 'You are Here Map' ... and directed us towards the country trail to the waterfalls ... this trail crosses the stream several times, now with wooden bridges to help, as last time I went, there were no bridges so you had to take your shoes off and get your toes wet ...

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Sunset Boulevard Also known as Pafos, it’s quite a way up the west coast, where the sun turns into a big red doorknob as it sets into the Med … it’s the birthplace of the…

Driving you to Drink

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... Anyway, I imagine there'll be a few clinking bottles en route !

Ocean Aquarium Park, Protaras

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George showed me around the grounds explaining; "You can learn so much about marine life here, and rivers and swamps and the Penguins, the first ever in the Mediterranean region, naturally kept comfortable in the appropriate climate controlled environment".  Just watching one of their videos I amazingly learned that all Gold Fish don't have stomachs, so they have to keep eating, which means you should feed them small amounts 5 times a day, probably why I was never successful keeping one, but now I know!

Haris Bar & Tavern, Paphos

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Haris bar looks the part as you arrive, a cool low modern building, even cooler signage, its comfortable, with spacious inside and outside seating on the covered beer gardens style patios, and out back, a lawn surrounded by sun terraces with full size family pool in the middle for their clients kids to play in free ... oh and an awesome British chef creating a really good Mediterranean menu !

Intro - Paralimni - St Georges Church ScanParalimni & Kapparis

Next to the Lake Paralimni is best described as Ayia Napa and Protaras’ ‘live in’ village, Para-limni means, next to the lake!  And we still have, arguably, our winter fill as evidence, enough to confuse…

Serena Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant, Pernera

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An eatery of the highest esteem, I love the crazy paved terrace, shaded by tall mature trees, that twinkle delightfully as the sun sets, the crazy colourful tables and chairs, almost kindergarden'ish, little alcoves of comfy seating, hammocks set up high in the trees, whilst down a tier, skirting the rocks, a pathway leading to the almost private beach on the left, that'll have mellow music and waiter service and there's plenty of sunbeds, all with a view to die for, a sea of serenity at Sirena Bay ...

Casa Mespilea Bistro & Guest House, Old Town, Paphos

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... we have created a menu, traditional but not, it’s totally unique, partly influenced by her yiayia, a fusion of Greek, Cypriot and Spanish cuisine, but she assured me none of the dishes you’ll find anywhere else, because they are the creation of their imagination, using always fresh produce, everything is cooked to order, nothing is prepared and always around her flavours and essences of Cyprus, that she uses to compliment every dish … oh, and if she had her way, she would change the menu every day” … So do look out for their daily specials and make sure you leave room for dessert!

Ocean Aquarium Park, Protaras

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George showed me around the grounds explaining; "You can learn so much about marine life here, and rivers and swamps and the Penguins, the first ever in the Mediterranean region, naturally kept comfortable in the appropriate climate controlled environment".  Just watching one of their videos I amazingly learned that all Gold Fish don't have stomachs, so they have to keep eating, which means you should feed them small amounts 5 times a day, probably why I was never successful keeping one, but now I know!

Polis & Latchi 20Polis & Latchi

Cyprus’ little secret In the hub of Chrysochou bay, centrally situated between two stunning harbours, Latchi and Pomos, with the Paphos forest to the east and the Akamas peninsula to the west, lays this small…

Golf

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Getting a round in ... There's four fantastic 18 hole courses on the island, and visitors are often surprised by the standard of the greens here...

Opticians

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Optical Services in Cyprus are close to 50% lower costing than in other parts of Europe. Furthermore, eye or sight testing is still free...

March 2015

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It's March, my favourite month! ... mainly coz it's spring, you know like a really good British summer 😉 ... I just love this...

Protaras Bay by NightProtaras & Pernera

Boasting one of the finest beaches in the world ! Protaras is one of my favourite towns, as it was back in 1991 I came here to work for my first full season and boy…

Pizzerias

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With close ties to the Italian culture of course you'll find Pizzerias all over the place and it's nice to see many of them...

The Lost City of Atlantis

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Cyprus is … Atlantis Can you possibly imagine what would happen if one of humankind’s greatest mysteries is finally solved right here on our doorstep? ...

Golf

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Getting a round in ... There's four fantastic 18 hole courses on the island, and visitors are often surprised by the standard of the greens here...

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Ed’s Note October 2026

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It’s October already, that went quick!  and it really is one of my favourite months!  Partly because that long hot summer is definitely over, or is it? … I asked the fishermen and they said it might not rain again ‘til mid-November, with temperatures still up in the 30°C’s, as we enter October, that’s about 90°F in English.  Just as we predicted back in May, it looks like we’re going to have another Indian summer and we’ll still be going to the beach in December, Mmm, don’t you just love Cyprus!

Shakes & Lattes, Board Gaming Café, Larnaca

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It was the name that first caught my attention, Shakes and Lattes', very clever, I thought! ... Then, this wonderful idea, equally brilliant!, a Board Gaming Café, nestled in the vibrant City of Larnaca, and I just had to get together with David, owner of 'Shakes and Lattes' to find out more ...

Garden Furniture at Rustic Furniture Collection, Paralimni

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What's so special about these designs, is the hydraulic reclining system added to the designs of these chairs and sunbeds.  Taking a seat on the first set, a 6-seater, dining table, I have to say I was very impressed at how smooth the high-back seat reclined with just a push of the button.

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