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…

Blue Spice Restaurant & Art Gallery, Pernera

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As soon as you see this place, you'll know it oozes quality ... but tbh, it's much, much, more than it first seems ... Effectively, it's a mini resort, with a spacious area boasting a large swimming pool and cafe-style pool bar, surrounded by mature trees, delicious green lawn, palm sun shades, canvas sails and a lovely relaxed ambiance in a truly wonderful setting with free sunbeds and free WIFI ... and they're open all year except maybe January ...

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 .

Time to Carnival Ammohostos Style 2018

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Gotta give a big shout out to all the dance schools and companies putting on a spectacular show for us again ... Especially the Performers Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts, from Ayia Napa who all looked awesome and Elena Tofa's Passion Dance School ... how many Avatars did you count ???


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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…

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!

Inter Build, D.I.Y. & Timber Supplies, Paralimni

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Over 40 years of first class service goes without saying, with free delivery on large orders all the way to Larnaca and they are always happy to recommend local traders and companies if you're not into DIY ... all in all, there are to many reasons to mention why this company has been here for so long and if you're doing a bit of DIY its always worth a visit! ... More ...

Estate Agents

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The laws recently changed, making it illegal to act as an estate agent without a licence … and all those travel agents, corner shops,...

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"!

Shopping

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Shop 'til You Drop ... Cyprus has been part of the EU now for 26 years, much as it's been very European for far longer....

The Happy Friar, Limassol

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you really must try The Happy Friar, run by Ian and Jill from good old blighty, serving arguably the best Fish 'n Chips in town, together with Mushy Peas, a slice and a cuppa, and good old service with a smile and great banter, you'll feel like you're back home in your local chippy!

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…

Putt Putt Mini Golf at The Octogono, Oroklini, Larnaca

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You all know I love to find something a little different, especially when it falls into our 'Things to Do' category ... Only opening in May this year, I did a little more research and gave them a call.  We arranged a meeting with owner Lenny at the Putt Putt Mini Golf Course, so I could find out more ...

Aeyialos Beach Bar welcomes Cyprus Rocks 2017

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It was the welcome meeting of Cyprus Rocks 2017 ... Aeyialos Beach Bar and Restaurant were our hosts, btw one of the best fish...

Aristides Craft Distilling, Tseri, Nicosia

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My initial interest was to find out about their gins, Aris explained, "it's what originally brought us back to Cyprus, 'to create a quality craft gin'.  Our initial inspiration was the aroma of The Troodos Mountains after a long dry summer when it first rains and we wanted to capture exactly that and put it in a bottle and we called it Aoratas Dry Gin which in fact last year won a gold medal. 

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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…

Yiannis’ Romanian Cuisine, Paphos

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I really enjoy my job, even more so when I find something a little different and was thrilled when Valentina and Yiannis invited me to meet them at their Traditional Romanian Restaurant in Paphos … They asked me if I'd like to try one of Yiannis' Soups for lunch, and I said "just a little please" and they served me Meat Ball Soup with some warm pitta and green chili peppers on the side … I just have to say; "I wish I hadn't said 'just a little' … it really was delicious!"

Universal Net, Kato Paphos

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With several packages to choose from they offer unlimited bandwidth, no contract, no deposit or home telephone line required.  Another bonus is the no connection/disconnection fee which most other companies charge for !  ... So sounds like an awesome option up on the west coast !!

Gifts & Souvenirs

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There’s a wonderful choice of shopping in Cyprus, with literally hundreds of souvenir shops, providing a huge choice of gifts, from beautifully hand carved...

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

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If you've never had the pleasure, you must try a Fish Meze win Cyprus.  It's a selection of seasonal fish and seafood dishes brought to the table nice and slowly, a lovely way to try lots of different dishes and a great way to socialise …

Carnival Season 2020

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Better late than never ... It was carnival season in Cyprus, and I was at Carnival Ammochostos, it's getting bigger every year ... and typically, I got there a bit late but still caught some awesome shots, so if you were there check out this really cool selection of the hundreds I took ...

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! 

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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…

Jewellers

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Many visitors come to Cyprus for its golden sunshine, sandy beaches, and the resultant golden suntan. However, if you have good taste, purchase of...

Do You Believe in Mermaids ?

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This is a magical fairy tale of Mermaids, Pirates and lost treasures ...

Bacchus Restaurant and Cafe, Kato Paphos

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It's a family-run business, and a more international eatery would be hard to find, with Mediterranean, Greek, Italian and Indian cuisines to add to the traditional Cypriot choices on the menu, Andonis calls it "Multi-Cultural-Fusion" ... I suppose, that says it all!

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…

Cyprus Rocks Festival 2019, Day 2, Trinity Beach

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The first video below is their cover of Seven Seas of Rhye, followed by Another One Bites the Dust ... Then The Bohemians did their Rhapsody and to finish off they reminded us, tomorrow, The Show must go On!

Pools 4 You, Larnaca

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With an average of over 330 days of sunshine a year in Cyprus, a swimming pool is a must.  Based in Larnaca and established 1994, Pools 4 You, is the largest pool construction company in the area, with over 1,000 clients, building and maintaining pools and Jacuzzis in Larnaca, and as far as Ayia Napa, Protaras, Paralimni and Nicosia. 

Lordos Group of Hotels, Larnaca & Protaras

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I am delighted to introduce you to The Lordos Group of Hotels as I've worked closely with their 3 hotels and indeed the Lordos family since 1993.  They are without a doubt one of Cyprus' leading companies and their 3 hotels certainly excel when it comes to location, comfort, and hospitality.  Each hotel with its own specific features, each hotel unique in its own way, all ideally situated in perfect locations, pretty much, right on the beach!

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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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