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…

Tipsy O’Turtle, Your Friendly Local, Pernera, Protaras

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I loved this place the moment I saw the name, … It's a British Style pub, from the outside all white and doors, really cool signage and some comfy seating to enjoy a drink in the late sunny afternoons and watch the world go by, hanging baskets and signs everywhere. Inside, pristine, the bar wood and red brick, it's spacious with comfy seating, out back a Unique Beer Garden with regular live music events. Over to the right a separate games area, with pool table and regular Killer Pool and a Bar Football table … and to top it off one of the best chef's in Cyprus!!!

Safira Coffee House, Paralimni

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Hidden Gem I love finding these little places that are a little bit different ... Safira Coffee House is exactly that! ... Nestled on the main road, almost on the zebra crossing from Likio School, Safira stands out as a retreat of comfort and tranquility, for locals and visitors alike.  This little hidden gem has quickly gained a reputation for its warm ambiance, exceptional service, and, of course, its delightful selection of coffees and snacks to dine in, takeaway, or get home delivery.

Museums

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The island of Cyprus has a rich cultural heritage and some diverse historical moments . much of the evidence is on show in the various...


LarnacaLarnaca

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…

Inside Out Peter Henstock, Rod Stewart Tribute . A Reason to Believe !

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''haha ! not a sock but I once put a cucumber down there ...

What am I eating?

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Naturally I'm a little bias, but Cypriot cuisine cooked the Cypriot way is just unbeatable!

Happy 5th Birthday Island Homes

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It's always nice to see companies moving forward even through difficult times .... Island Home have not only done that they've got bigger !

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…

The Mad Barbers, Kato Paphos & Coral Bay, Paphos

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Lakis explained; "We provide a high-level, professional service, and we now have 6 Qualified Barbers with at least 4 years experience, working with us at our two shops ... we specialise in Trend Setting Haircuts, Textured Crops, Cutthroat Shaves with Hot Steam Towels, Beards ... plus Men's Facials, things like ingrowing hair extraction and much more" ... Lakis continued; "we love doing Skin Fades, & Head Shaves with the sharpest of accuracy"!

Bed & Breakfast

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  Many of our hotels of course offer bed and breakfast rates and one or two specialise in this short stay accommodation ...

Cafes

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Sitting in Cafes chatting with your mates is a way of life in Cyprus, but as we joined Europe we noticed a huge swing...

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…

The Lingo: Shop ’til You Drop!

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Our regular readers will have noticed that we’ve moved on from the basics, which you can still check out on this site ... The Lingo - Basics Course and with the huge influx of ex-pats in Cyprus this is one of our Advanced Courses, or as one would say “Ya dou’s ex’ib’nous” or aka ''for those in the know'' 😉

Archaeological Sites

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Cyprus' history dates back 12,600 years ... I believe it's the mountainous region of the Lost City of Atlantis ... much as that can't be...

Driving you to Drink

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

Pafos1Paphos

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…

May 2016

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I love this time of the year, long sunny days, through crystal clear skies, there's no heat haze yet, and mild yet cooler evenings, so you can still go out in a tee shirt ...

London Clothing Company, Paralimni

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One of the most influential fashion stores in Cyprus, ... here you'll find collections by; Calvin Klein, Jack & Jones, Hugo Boss, Vero Moda, Indeep, JDY, Girl in Mind, Deepstar, EA7 and Solid, Only, Superdry, Vero Moda, Pepe Jeans Shoes, and many more!

November 2015

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It's November, my favourite month ... mainly because a long hard summer season is over and we get a chance to strike up a...

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…

Fish House Restaurant, The Harbour, Ayia Napa

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Situated just to the right of Ayia Napa Harbour, a little more serene, relax with a drink out front in a modern chilled ambiance, or under the huge covered terrace or out back, overlooking the med ... it really is a perfect place to enjoy fresh premium seafood delights and there's a huge pristine lawn and a playground area for the kids with swings, trampolines, tunnels, slides, and things ... Check out their promo Video here ...

My Pet Groom at Pet Galaxy, Paralimni

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New Era starts as the latest member to join this ever-growing team as the company's resident groomer is Maria Modestou, so I booked Bandit in for a shampoo and trim so that I could have a quick chat ... I asked Maria how she got into pet grooming.  She said, "I was born and raised in Xylophagou and grew up with lots of dogs in the family.  I love dogs, and decided to learn how to groom them properly to start my own business" ...

August 2016

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The infamous philosopher 'Plato' describes this as 'Paradise' and who are we to argue ?

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…

December 2015

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Ed's Note It's December my favourite month ... mainly because we can ski in the Troodos mountains in the morning and swim in the mediterranean...

Ammochostos Motor Museum, Ayia Napa

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I wanted to have a chat before Andreas gave me a personal tour of the museum, so we met upstairs in the cafe and ice cream parlour, my delicious cappuccino brewed with 'Vittorio Coffee' pure Arabica from Brazil.  I asked Andreas to tell me how it all started?  He said, "It started as a hobby, I would find old cars, in Cyprus, mostly Fords, buy them and restore them myself, to showroom perfection, sometimes having to source spare parts from all over the world.  Then he said, " Next thing you know, whenever my friends were selling a vintage or classic car, I would buy it".

Random

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This is where I put stuff that I think deserves to be here 😉  

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…

It’s all about the Air

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Something a little different, love to get here for their first concert !

Adventure Sports

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Many years ago we tagged this awesome rock as; The Mythological Party Playground of the Mediterranean ... so if you’re wondering what to do...

Cafes

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Sitting in Cafes chatting with your mates is a way of life in Cyprus, but as we joined Europe we noticed a huge swing...

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Carbon Copies Live @ Tipsy O’Turtle, Pernera

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Carbon Copies are a four-piece band from the United Kingdom, best known for performing popular indie rock and alternative rock hits. Their repertoire features music from some of Britain's best-loved bands, alongside well-known rock anthems from the international music scene.

Parko Paliatso Luna Park, Ayia Napa

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I love this place, the sounds of gears and links chinking, smothered by fair ground music, the smell of candy floss and bbq corn on the cob, the multi coloured lights and occasional girly screams. It's really cool idea coz you just buy a Wrist Band depending on your ages and what you want to do!

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!

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