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…

Amarilino Coffee n’ More, Paralimni

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Out front a comfortable covered terrace, high tables, and stools, and over on the benches a big cuddly teddy bear with an Amarilino Yellow kit on.  Just inside, more high stools around a high table, visually supported by an old baker's bicycle, and three high chairs looking into the window bar.  Inside its modern, quirky little areas, sofas, Alice in Wonderland style highbacked chairs, and a cool selfie mirror adorned with greenery and flowers and on the back wall, 'Amarilino Makes Me Smile', it made me smile!

Little Panda Chinese Restaurant & Sushi Bar, Ayia Napa

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With over 40 years experience in catering, it shows through, in the way Spiros has created his menus, he explained; "it’s my hobby to find new authentic recipes on the net, then I cook them, taste them, and I invite my chefs to taste, and if we all agree, the dish becomes a 'Special of the Day', until eventually it gets added to one of our menus!" … brilliant!

The Sunset then the Tribes Danced all Night

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I have to say, listening to house with your toes on the sand and the waves splashing behind you and pure house pumping outta I don't know how many Watts but I expect they could hear it in the City, 10 miles away lol ...


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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…

Blue Surf Property, Estate Agents, Protaras

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Over a lovely coffee, Trish explained, “We absolutely love our job, because we get a buzz out of helping people find just what they want, after all, it's a big moment in our clients' lives".    Trish continued, "First of all, we like to make sure everything is in order to sell the property, and our success is built around our honesty.  We are 100% transparent and don’t hide anything from the buyer.  If the property has faults, we will point them out!!  And then we offer solutions on how to put them right, having built solid relationships over the past 18 years with local companies that we can trust and recommend".

Technology

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The Cypriots are fast catching onto technology ... So you'll all be happy bunnies !  

Kaliva Luxury Suites get Automated by DJS Professional

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I'd heard that the delightful Kaliva Suites in Ayia Napa are totally automated.  The installation by my very good friend and ex-boss Andreas Demetriou.  So, as Home Automation is fast becoming very popular in many homes and businesses around the world, I popped into have a chat with Andreas of DJS Professional, Light, Sound & Automation in Paralimni 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…

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...

Sonny’s Restaurant, Paphos

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Coming outta Shepherds Bush in London, Chris with over 30 years experience and catering in his blood, followed his father's footsteps and in 2012 he finally sealed the deal to buy the old Banana Cabaret Bar in Kissonerga, better known for its sauciness than its sauces 😉  He named it 'Sonny's, after his son, so I suppose it was inevitable Sonny would join his dad sooner or later, together they make an unbeatable team! ... And tbh, you'll probably need to book to make sure you find a table!

BBQ Man, Cyprus

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They'll turn up, on time, every time, and cook you everything from breakfast or brunch to a three-course a'la carte meal, in your kitchen or the venue of your choice, even if you want it served around your complex pool or on the beach.

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…

Lorraine Hall Photo & Video, Cyprus Wedding Photography

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I've known Lorraine Hall for many years and have to say this girl oozes talent ... she's not just a photographer, but blends very well into the artist field ! Having her own family and living the emotions and life experience, Lorraine throws herself into photography like no other ...

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...

Super Action Sports & Toys, Paralimni

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Super Action Sports & Toys is the biggest collection of everything you’ll need for all ages, both indoor and outdoor leisure and sports activities, up on the south east coast of Cyprus! Split into 5 sections, Toys & Sports, Baby Essebtials, Camping & Fishing and Snorkelling & Diving and Leisure and its a must stop shop if you're looking for a present for anyone, of any age !!!

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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…

Cyherbia Botanical Park & Labyrinth, Avgorou

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It's amazing how many people still didn't know this place exists ... it's situated in the village of Avgorou, and includes beautifully landscaped herb gardens, the woodland area created in the shape of Cyprus, scattered with the endemic trees and shrubs of Cyprus, a Lavender Labyrinth, and it boasts the first and only hedge maze on the island, all 2000 sq.m. of it ...

Diving School on the Sea @ AquaNaut Diving School, Protaras

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He's as passionate about the sea, as I am about Cyprus !  Sons Andreas and Theo are part of the fixtures and fittings and together they make an awesome team ... As you can see they were busy getting ready for the new season ...

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 ...

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…

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 ...

Queen Vic Gastro Pub, Ayia Napa

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This is an awesome gastro pub with an excellent reputation and I highly recommend a visit, oh, and mention What's On and you'll be in for a nice surprise !

Footloose Karaoke and Sports Bar, Ayia Napa

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It's on the corner of the entrance to Bar street, and btw, it's one of the oldest bars in Napa!  Hosts Andreas and Karina, are completely 'down to earth' and absolutely love their pub and have continued it's 30 year tradition by being one of the only bars that stay open all year.  Joining the crew recently Kevin of Three Lions Pub fame is bringing the pub grub menu to another level.  Naturally it's a favourite with locals and long stay workers and of course they look after everyone that wants to join them, tbh, it's one big happy family here, and quite unique!

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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…

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 ...

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 !

Getting Around

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The island of Cyprus has a rich cultural heritage and some diverse scenery, which means there is quite a lot to see and do...

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…

Healthy Life Bio Stores, Paralimni & Ayia Napa

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It’s much bigger than it looks from the outside, and Jason has carefully selected products from several sectors within the Bio Store world including; things to eat, for the skin, body, and hair, and also a selection of Eco-Friendly cleaning products … and another nice touch is, if they haven’t got it they’ll find it for you!

Inside Out Jean Maycock, Paralimni

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Jean now has over 44 years experience, and almost a lifetime's practice, and has worked with many world-acclaimed and reputable teachers, covering all the limbs of Yoga so you can be sure you are getting the very best in your personal development!  After a double hip replacement, caused by a dental reaction that attacked her immune system Jean has used Yoga and Meditation to help heal herself.

On the Way to Lara Bay

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Lara Bay is famous for the turtles but if you want to get away from the maddening crowds its one of the few places we can call paradise in paradise !

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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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