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…

August 2022

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It’s probably gonna hit well over 50°C in the direct sun, so for those of us working its horrible!  Imagine Nicosia at lunchtime, not a good idea, and that’s why the majority of the residents of Nicosia are on the coast.  Just watch, as sophisticated, cosmopolitan, trendy, Nicosia spills down to the coast and mixes with the pure party crew, the result inevitably is electric!, which btw, is why August might secretly be my favourite month.

Property

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Firstly, before you buy, I would suggest you rent a place for a year to give you time to make the right decisions. The property boom started in the early 2000’s and just continued with prices varying from town to town and location, location …

Big ‘C’ Supermarket & Bottle Shop, Pernera, Protaras

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There's too much to mention, but when it comes to variety the experience shines through, as 'Costi' knows exactly what you'll need, might need, and hope you don't need, so you'll find everything you'll expect from a good corner shop and lots more ... and even better all at locals prices !!!


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…

‘Chez Fāina – Fayrous’, Mediterranean Brasserie, Larnaca

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Fāinā told me "We originally opened a French restaurant in Makarios Avenue, introducing Lebanese cuisine after 2 years, but when we moved our restaurant here we switched to a Lebanese Restaurant with just a few French dishes as our customers were mostly locals.  These days its a more varied international mix as more and more tourists have discovered us.  As the years past, we found more and more of our customers were asking us to cook French cuisine for them".  She laughed and said "ha! but many restaurants cook Frogs Legs, but none can cook them like ours!  And, then she added; just wait til you try our Duck!"

Kids & Grown Ups, Nicosia

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Cyprus is The Mythological Party Playground of the Mediterranean ... for kids and grownups !!!

DJS Professional, Light, Sound & Automation, Cyprus

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Specialising in sound, light, and automation, without doubt Andreas' expertise is evident, with many top bars and clubs trusting in his knowledge and experience, to be honest, I've never met anyone who knows audio better than this guy, and listened with interest as he critiqued the sound and light system at Ministry of Sound in London on our visit a few years back, ask him to tell you about it 😉 

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 Final Echo !

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It was Echo's last gig ever ... I wouldn't have missed this for the world !!!

Ikesios MRI Centre, Paralimni

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I was recently very comforted to find such an extraordinary piece of diagnostic equipment at the Ikesios MRI Centre in the Paralimni area of Ammohostos.  This Siemens Magnetom Espree 1.5 T MRI Machine, is the very best in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, is trusted all over the world, and is unique in Cyprus.  It's also the 1st Open Bowl MRI in the Paralimni area with the biggest capacity in Cyprus, with a scan length of only 125cm and an internal diameter of 70 cm, allowing about 60% Head Out examinations, and accommodating a person up to 200 kg in weight, which eliminates any claustrophobic feeling And the new Ultrasound machine is the best in its class in the .

19th Paradise Jazz Festival, Pomos 17th & 18th August 2018

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To some it must have seemed a crazy idea to invite renowned jazz artists from England to a border area of Cyprus and so far up the West Coast, the Paradise Jazz Festival took off immediately and was loved by the audience from the very beginning, first by the British ex pats of the area, and then then by the musicians from Cyprus, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Greece, Israel, oh and then by all island's nationalities, giving it a truly international image!

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…

Bites 7060, Pizza & Vegan Pizza, Livadia

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Vangelis said he had extensive training in Naples, not at collage but at an academy at a traditional pizzeria, with top pizza chefs.  The rewards; pizzas as authentic as you can get this side of Italy, the dough, 4 simple ingredients, hand made, but fermented for 48 Hours before use, a Neapolitan influence, which enhances the flavour, then topped with your favourite toppings and baked to perfection in a traditional stone fired revolving oven ... the result a thin base with a light fluffy crust ... I have to say they're delicious!

Chase & Status were Rapping BCL in Ayia Napa

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... it's the only Music Festival on the sand through the summer ... 10 Events, 10 Big Names and last week the biggest so far ... From London, UK the massive Chase & Status were live, on the stage while we danced with our toes in the sand, with the waves behind us ...

Ink 2 Skin Tattoo Crew, Paralimni

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Valentino also sometimes uses Chopstick & Needle ... this unique style of Tattooing without a machine, he says "is better for Finger Tattoos, and Line Design, its manual application where you can control the pressure", allowing him to apply more pressure to finger tattoos so that they go deeper and last longer ... Valentino said it's a good way to get your first tattoo coz it hurts less ...

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…

Cyprus Holistic and Beauty Centre, Paphos

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Her passion was to provide first class Holistic services at reasonable fee. Offering natural and alternative therapies for your well being and better quality of life ... Penny explained, ''I do it because I love it, with my healing hands you'll enjoy the massage, because I do it with an emphasis on love and affection'' ...

The Railway Inn, Chloraka

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This is as traditional an English pub as you'll find in Cyprus ... It's on a corner for starters !!!

Glitterbugs Face & Glitter Body Art, Cyprus

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If you really want to look the part for Halloween Night make sure you give Danielle a call to book your makeup session with her and one thing's for sure, you're gonna look really, really scary!

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…

Russian Cyprian Information Centre

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Joining their network has many benefits from your first free consultation to the extensive knowledge of Cyprus and especially the local area of Paphos and the after sales service is excellent and they speak several languages including English, Greek, Russian, German, Spanish, French and Hungarian ... so you know you'll be in safe hands!

Rialto Theatre, Limassol

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Standing proud at the top of Hero's Square, right in the heart of Limassol, a place where people gather, in days of old a mix of Greek and Turkish Cypriots, apparently once a red light district, now a mix of popular stylish bar's and eateries, and as the decline of cinema in the 80's inspired the new Rialto Theatre, that launched in 1999 and helped to develop the area into a hive of activities, cultural or not! 

Artificial Grass by Rustic Furniture Collection, Paralimni

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It’s so hard to grow natural grass in Cyprus, so Jimmy is the main agent, importing this fantastic selection of synthetic, aka artificial grass of varying grades and blades, of 30mm, 35mm, and 40 mm length, in rolls of 25 metres length by 2 or 4 metres in width.  It can be cut to fit any size lawn, big or small, so you can make your garden lush green all year …

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…

Sherrellea, Bespoke Interiors, Paralimni

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Sherrellea will work to your budget, big or small, talking to you about your ideas, creating Scheme Boards for you to see, then finding the things you want, Upcycling the selected items, by repainting them and restyling them to your personality and of course to suit your home ...

November 2016

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It's November already ... Where did that year go ? ... It's all here and ... More !!!

Kourion Archaeological Site, Limassol

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... a must for historians and archaeological enthusiasts!

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…

Wokiwok Asian & Sushi Bar, Paralimni

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George says ''expect to find an awesome selection of spicy food, coz the boss loves it spicy!'' ... but by 'spicy' he doesn't mean hot hot, he means full of flavours of the East, some mild, some medium and many that give a kick ... Everything is cooked to order, using freshly cut local vegetables and the finest cuts of meat, and seafood and imported ingredients from the East ... Then three top Chefs conjure up an extensive selection of Asian cuisines from, China, Thailand, Korea and Japan and of course Sushi ...

Sunny Villas Cyprus, Holiday Rentals, Pernera, Protaras & Ayia Napa

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... you just have to read their excellent reviews on Air bnb and check out their portfolio on their Web Site to realise just why Lambros is so successful.  Their extensive selection of villas and apartments are all near the beach and are mostly in the much sought after areas of Protaras, Pernera, Cape Greco and Ayia Napa.

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.

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.

Ed’s Note, September 2026

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It’s also the season for festivals, markets and events, and September normally brings us a few closing parties, some a little premature, I feel.  There’s still lots happening, and don’t forget to look out for the winter opening parties, theatre, tributes, festivals, and dance events scattered all over the island … follow us on Facebook, and we’ll keep you in touch.

Meneou’s Kleftiko Festival is Cooking

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There will be music, there'll be dancing, there'll be children bouncing around, there'll be plates of food arriving at tables ... And somewhere in Meneou, there will be clay-sealed clay ovens quietly doing what Cypriot clay ovens do best, for literally hundreds of years ... Making kleftiko ... We’ll see you there – preferably with an appetite.

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