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…

Papageorgiou Hotel & Domestic Equipment, Paralimni

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Not just for hotels, this place caters for everyone who loves to cook ... The stock is extensive, to say the least, and delivery is nationwide, which is why they're favoured by many top hotels, restaurants, bars, cafeterias, apartments and private and domestic homes.  I think it's the only place you can go to find just what you need, on every visit!

Melekkis Shopping Centre, Paralimni

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The décor of their elegant shop is delightful, from the moment you open those big, solid doors.  The centrepiece, a spectacular glass bubble chandelier, surrounded by very impressive and immaculate displays of the finest, exclusively designed jewellery in Cyprus, in fact internationally, as Melekkis is becoming an international brand name with plans to expand worldwide in the future..

Taba Diving Centre Ltd., Pernera, Protaras

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I'd heard so much about this diving centre I just had to get in touch with Steve Fox-Kirk, owner and head instructor of Taba Diving, and it was my pleasure to catch up with him for an Inside-Out style interview ... I never imagined he'd take me on my first ever Discover Scuba Diving Course ... sooo ...


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…

Tennis

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Cyprus of course has 330 days sunshine a year, so tennis being a summer sport means we get a long season in 🙂 ......

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 ...

Playhouse International Nursery, Ltd, Larnaca

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Accepting children from 3 months old up to 4 years old.  Barbara told me "we also offer an after-school program, where children from pre-schools until 10 years old are also welcomed".  "They can be collected from school via the Nursery's Mini Bus, served lunch and helped with their homework whether it's English or Greek! Snacks can also be provided for your children.  The areas covered for this service are all over Larnaca".

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…

Sea Food Shop, Paphos

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He wanted to assure that all fish lovers, that includes him of course, could continue to get quality freshly frozen fish straight from Billingsgate Market in London, and Scotland and France to mention but a few ...

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...

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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…

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 ...

Larnaca

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Larnaca is Cyprus' Hub ... It's just a short car ride from all the major cities except Paphos ... Make sure you check it out !

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'' 😉

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…

Chris Car Hire, Paphos

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A name synonymous to Paphos ... providing first class car rentals for almost 25 years with thousands of their clients being repeaters. I rented my first car from Chris back in 1995! With 5 offices in Paphos there's one not to far away from you and with over 150 new cars to choose from you are sure to find what you want.

Beach Cult Live Music Festival 2019, Ayia Napa

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It's the only summer event on the beach in Napa! in its 9th season, this year's gonna be wicked, with a cool line up ... James Hype, Craig David, Snoop Dog, Joel Cory, Ace Hood, Danny T, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Chase & Status, Hannah Wants, French Montana, and Meduza to mention but a few ... let's face it, they've got the biggest names and that means the sickest parties!

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 - 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…

Japanese

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We are very fortunate to have a few of my favourite ever Japanese restaurants in Cyprus ... I think the authenticity is partly down...

King’s Sword Bar & Restaurant, Macronissos, Ayia Napa

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Since they opened, this pub, come restaurant, has really gained an excellent reputation, firstly for their delicious food, passionately cooked by George, and equally for their traditional Cypriot Hospitality, Entertainment, and welcoming atmosphere.  On the menu, you'll get British all-the-way food ..

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 .

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…

Recycling Gone Deeper !

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It's a cool idea; they dig a big hole in the ground, cover it with a short bin, and put a big bag inside.

Pizzeria Caliano, Kissonerga, Paphos

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This brother and sister team are originally from Bucharest, Roumania, where Demi studied and qualified in catering at a private school, both persuaded to move to Cyprus by their father, an artist extraordinaire, who hand crafted fireplaces, and was the genius behind the creation of the inside of the wood fired pizza oven that cooks your pizza to absolute perfection, whilst Demi and Gina designed the fascia and the rest of the restaurant ... a rustic feel, minimalistic, comfortable, and traditional with a beautiful garden out back, sails providing the shade as you watch the sunset over the sea view ...

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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…

Vassos Fish Harbour Restaurant, Ayia Napa

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There's always something happening at the harbour, so whether you're just going for a stroll to see the boats or your're coming back from a boat trip or you just want to get away from the maddening crowd, this is a great eaterie ... in fact this restaurant really stands out as one of Cyprus' finest fish taverns ... just check their Trip Advisor reviews ...

Beach Side

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Here we highlight the bars, cafes, and restaurants that have nothing between them and the sea ... some are so close you can paddle as you nibble ...

Malmia Pub, Protaras

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One of the most popular bars in Protaras, staying open all year, it's British style with traditional Cypriot hospitality and great pub grub !

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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!

Shakes & Lattes, Board Gaming Café, Larnaca

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It was the name that first caught my attention, Shakes and Lattes', very clever, I thought! ... Then, this wonderful idea, equally brilliant!, a Board Gaming Café, nestled in the vibrant City of Larnaca, and I just had to get together with David, owner of 'Shakes and Lattes' to find out more ...

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.

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