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…

Cinnamon Lounge Bar @ Shongas Inn, Dheryinia

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I met Daniela at The Cyprus Bar Show in Kapparis, and when I found out she had recently bought one of my favourite eateries 'Cinnamon Lounge Bar' at the 100+-year-old Mansion aka Shongas Inn, in the heart of Deryniea Village, I just had to find out more.  So we arranged a meeting and over a delicious coffee I was more than pleasantly surprised, this lady is on another level ...

Football

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The Cypriots are passionate about football, especially the big competitions, and follow the big European clubs huddled around big TVs.  The last decade has...

Museums

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The island of Cyprus has a rich cultural heritage and some diverse historical moments . much of the evidence is on show in the various...


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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…

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 😉 

Kendall Events, Cyprus

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Kendall Events specialise in bringing legendary tribute acts from the UK and Europe, internationally renowned artists, groups, and performers, with fame and success on the international circuits.  Many are acclaimed multi-award-winning artists who, some people say, "they're as good, if not better than the originals"! … Karen arranges absolutely everything to perfection; from the flights and accommodation for the artists, to the venues and sets up mini festivals and tours around Cyprus so you’ll all get a chance to 'catch the band' wherever you are …

DJ’s Cyprus

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... coz it’s Gonna get hot in here in August, when they present the gorgeous, stunning and amazingly talented DJ Nusha, Romanian born and now renowned on the international circuit as one of the worlds top female names.  She’ll be spinning her Tech/Techno live set at Castle Club in the House Room on 15th August 2018 ... this’ll be a guaranteed sell out so don’t miss 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 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'' 😉

Jenny’s Hair Shop & Extension Salon, Limassol

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Jenny gained her fame for her Bob Marley Dreads working with such precision on literally thousands of children, ladies and gents in Cyprus.  Jenny’s Salons also provide; Hair Cornrow . Hair Keratin . Hair Packet . Hair Silicon . Hair Weave and of course Hair Braiding with prices starting at only € 20 …

Neptune Hotel Apartments, Coral Bay, Paphos

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It's a family run hotel apartments, more like a mini resort ...

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…

Fabulous Jewellers, Larnaca

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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 designs, 18 ct Gold jewellery, 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, impeccable icons, and neat little, inexpensive souvenirs ...

June 2015

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It's June, my favourite month ... mainly because its really summer now!, the days are getting hotter and longer, sunrise about 5.30 am with...

Tony’s Tavern & Fun Land, Kapparis

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... so, if the kids are complaining they're bored, get ready to satisfy their thirst for fun!

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…

Alcohol, Smokes & Vape

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Cyprus has a relaxed attitude towards alcohol and tobacco and it has managed to keep the taxes down on our imports of these products ......

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.

DeJaVu aka Bill & Ems Band, Protaras

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I was delighted to be invited to catch Bill and Ems, aka Dejavu, playing live at Lithos Bar & Grill in Larnaca.  On that night they were joined by Andreas, their drummer, and as a trio, they go by the name 'Strings Attached'  I really loved this gig so much, especially their covers of Fever, and Hotel California, so I grabbed the chance to ask Bill if we could get together for a chat.

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…

Craig David Back in Napa @ BCL

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... probably the most talked about 'return to music' for decades, Craig David has sold over 2 million singles with 117 million streams in the past year alone, Craig also won the Best Male Artist at the MOBO Awards in 2016 and Best Collaboration for 'I Know You' with Bastille for at the 2018 NME Awards ...

Busses

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Improvements in bus services have been exemplary in the past decade ... from inner city to city to city !!!

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 ?

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…

Mexican

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The Cypriots love a little spice in their life and as we can probably boast one of the most successful Mexican restaurants in the...

Cavo Maris Beach Hotel, Protaras

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I've had the pleasure to work closely with this impeccable hotel since 1993.  To be honest if you ever stay here, there's a very good chance you'll go back!  I think its because it's still a family run hotel, with many of their staff staying long enough to be family and its without a doubt regarded as one of Cyprus's finest hotels.  In fact, they were recently awarded a Trip Advisor Travelers' Choice Award for 2021 to add to an ever increasing impressive list of awards over the years.

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...

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…

The Brothers Takos, Motorbikes Rentals, Protaras

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These days they are renting more than just Scooters, they also have Quads and Buggies and just a few bicycles ... with over 70 new and fully serviced vehicles, you are bound to find something that suits ... and all the vehicles have a Back Box, somewhere to store your gear.

Sports Goods

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With the steady increase in out of season sports training in Cyprus mainly down to the perfect weather for most sports, all year around,...

The International Foundation Centre, Paphos

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... now evidently a team passionately dedicated to helping you learn!

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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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