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…

Aqua Club … I Am The After Party

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This is the only club with an indoor and outdoor pool, crazy cocktails including their legendary 'headfkers' mixed by the gorgeous bar staff and a crazy bunch of PR's that will make it a night to remember and, well, it's a must visit at least once place! Where else can you go if you wanna keep partying ... loud?

It’s Summer at Pirates Inn, Ayia Napa Yo! Ho! Ho!

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Loving the new Pirates Inn Gold VIP Area ... this is the place to parrrrty every night !!!

Meduza is the Monster on the Beach!

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... a monster on the decks and one of the biggest names on the clubbing and live music festival circuit in Europe ... He'll be rocking Poseidon Beach with his awesome mix, predominantly house, some melodic, some progressive, and a bit of techno, through an awesome sound system, that they can probably hear in Lebanon 😉 ...


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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…

Fabulous Jewellers, Limassol

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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 jewellery designs in platinum, gold and silver, 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 ... icons and neat little, inexpensive souvenirs ...

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!

Over Land & Sea with Jimmy

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I caught up with one of my best friends, Jimmy of Jimmy's Jeep Adventures ... Today's adventure was Over Land & Sea ... a trip into the Akamas and on to Blue Lagoon ... Half 4 Wheel Drive, half Boat Cruise ... The day started with a hiccup but this is Cyprus and nothing is a problem ...

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…

Palm Royal, Paphos

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On arrival I knew straight away this lady was a touch above the rest, private underground parking, nice lift, the studio is immaculate, spacious lounge with four huge comfy sofas, full air-con, free WiFi, big screen TV, a pristine kitchen, tea, coffee or a fresh juice, a gorgeous bathroom for a quick shower, therapy room with relaxing essences, discreet lighting, scented candles, mellow music and then one of the best massages you'll ever experience !

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'' ...

Moon’s Vietnamese Kitchen, Limassol

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but what's unique about them is that they also offer a Cooking Workshop on Saturdays where you can learn to cook Vietnamese Cuisine yourself guided by a Professional !

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…

Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark, Kato Paphos

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Let's start by saying this excellent multi-award-winning Waterpark was voted the No: 1 Waterpark in Cyprus, No.3 in Europe and No.5 in the world by TripAdvisor and tbh, they deserve every accolade they get … so, expect to find nothing but the best here and you're guaranteed a great day out whatever your age …

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'' 😉

Boat Trips

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There's boat trips galore ! As Cyprus has one of the calmest, safest seas in the world you might as well make the most...

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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…

Gold Temple, Asian, Thai & Sushi Restaurant, Coral Bay, Paphos

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I caught up with Nikos who also owns Blazing Saddles Pub next door, who told me "I opened the Indian Restaurant in 2013 because there wasn't an authentic one in the area.  Then one year later my customers persuaded me that there wasn't a decent Chinese either", and chop-chop it happened!  ... And then, quite recently Nikos again listened to his customers' wishes, and added Thai & Sushi, so as you're in Cyprus, now you might as well 'Meze' it up, Asian style!

Chloe’s Chinese Restaurant, Paphos

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I love the menu which explains the recipes and regional influences, the free Chinese horoscope booklet and the interior design which is traditional, with spacious comfortable seating, separate small rooms for a little privacy, banqueting rooms for up to 50 people, and the view overlooking the harbour through beautifully etched glass windows is breath taking ... and the overall ambience will just carry you all the way into the east.

New Rules Duo, Paphos,

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Celia told me; "I met Dominik a few years ago, because we're members of the same band, btw, an award winning band, called 'The Cover Up"... she continued, "I still get scared of the stage but I just go into an 'act' and tbh, working with Dominik helps loads".  "We're the best of friends and we just bounce off each other adding a little entertainment value!

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…

Blind Taste, Drinks Wholesale & Retail, Paralimni

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my first impressions when I walked through the door, was wow this looks professional, the quality stands out, the rustic, warehouse feel with high ceilings and cool lighting.  A warm welcome from the crew plenty of room, out front about 250 square metres of Wines & Spirits, mixers and soft drinks, out back more than 50 Beers from around the world including Belgium, Germany, Holland, Czech Republic, Spain, Mexico, Japan, Cyprus and of course the UK!

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!

Traveller’s Baronesa Dance Bar, Ayia Napa

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There's regular theme nights including Belly Dance Nights and Fancy Dress Nights, so you might find them looking like police officers and even witches ... Naturally, the girls like to have fun, so they'll dance for you at your table, maybe even a little striptease and if you'd like something a little more private?  Just ask, who knows it might be your lucky night?

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…

Lara Bay, Akamas Peninsula

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The Akamas Peninsula is the real Cyprus, it's a protected area and National Park and worth a visit by boat, by 4 wheel drive car, Buggy or Jeep Adventures ... whichever you choose ... Go !!!

Art by Marina Erotokritou

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I thought I would share a little insight in what to expect ...

Notorious Bar, Paphos

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There's a bar up in Bar Street Notorious for it's attitude and quality drinks ... Notorious for the sound system and it's music policy and just as Notorious when it comes to age policy. Good friend of mine and owner Phytos of ex Club Media fame, assures me you'll find the 20 plus party crew here ! That's why it's Bar  Street's finest !!!

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…

Asian

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The Asian style of dining has only really grown over the past twenty years, starting I think with Chloe's Chinese in Paphos and The...

Special Needs, Special Service!

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On one of my afternoon visit's Rob wanted to get into the pool, and to my astonishment, the hotel had that covered too.  The lifeguards brought out this amazing winch-type harness, which has a secure borehole specifically poolside.  In a few minutes, the winch was set in its place, and they lifted Rob into the harness, which swivels over the water and lowers Rob onto a lilo so he can safely float, keeping his head above water.

Beaches

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... with crystal clear, calm and very safe waters ... at Konnos, at full moon, you can stand chest deep and see your toes ... cool huh ?

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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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