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Are you looking for a convenient way to travel from the airport or port to your business or holiday destination in Cyprus?

Shuttle Service

• From Limassol there’s a shuttle bus service with 14 trips per day.
• From Nicosia the shuttle service can be up to 30 trips per day and all shuttle services are non-stop.
• Larnaca Airport to Paphos  (between Larnaca Airport and Paphos, contact at least 2 days before needed).

Intercity Buses – GREEN BUSES

From Larnaca Airport to Nicosia the cost is €5.00, to Ayia Napa and Protaras the cost is €7.00 one way and to Limassol is €7.00 one way.

For 24hr support contact 0035… or e-mail info@intercitybusescy.com

The website is also available in English (see top of page)

Cyprus Airport Transfers

To enjoy a stress free start to your holiday or business trip it’s a good idea to book your Cyprus Airport Transfers on-line before you arrive.

How often have you arrived at the airport,  loaded with suitcases,  only to find it difficult to find a taxi.  Booking online with Shuttle Direct to the resort where you are staying,  takes the hassle out of waiting for airport buses and taxis.

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Getting To Larnaca

Arriving at an airport can be a stressful experience,  so to alleviate this you can book a private transfer from Larnaca Airport to the city center –  location of your choice.

Your driver will be waiting for you with a sign as you emerge from Arrivals. Cars are available all year round and 24 hours per day.

From £22.60

Per group up to 2

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Tips on Buying Property in Cyprus …

If you’re buying property through an estate agent, it’s a good idea to find out as much information as you can.

For example, all estate agents are required by law to be licensed and have insurance.

A licensed estate agent is required to advise you of the bad points as well as the good ones about any property.

Make sure you don’t use one of the many non-registered agents and ask to see the estate agents license which must be displayed in the office. Legal estate agents are members of CREAA, the Cyprus Real Estate Agents Association.

Buying Property in Cyprus

1. All Cyprus property is FREEHOLD so if you’re buying an apartment, you own a share of the land.
2. Another benefit is that crude oil reserves and gas have been discovered off the South Coast of Southern Cyprus which of course is beneficial to the economy of Cyprus and also long term investments.
3. Other benefits of buying Cyprus property include no inheritance tax and Cyprus is in the European Union.
4. The legal system is based on the British system.

Agency fees:

The person selling the property pays the agents fees and you will pay a 1% reservation fee for the property to be taken off the market.

Mortgage in Cyprus:

The amount you need to pay for your deposit for a mortgage depends on your residency. If you’re a resident of Cyprus you can usually obtain a 90% mortgage which is normally repayed in 10 to 15 years.

Legal Fees:

Solicitor fees can be anything from £800. They’re normally 0.75% of the purchase price and as always, get independent advice but not from the lawyer of the developer.

Stamp Duty:

When buying property in Cyprus up to £100,000 the fee is 0.15% of the value. The fee then increases to 0.20%. This is paid when you sign contracts.

Transfer Fees:

These are charged by the District Land Registry Office when transferring property and registering it into the buyers name.

• 3% for property valued up to £50,000
• 5% for property valued from £50,001 – £100,000
• 8% for property valued above £100,001

Once you have found a property you will be required to pay a reservation fee and when this is paid the property will be withdrawn from sale. Your lawyer then has up to 28 days to do the legal work and prepare a contract.

English Speaking Lawyer in Cyprus >>

Don’t forget when you’re buying property in Cyprus it’s essential to have a good lawyer who speaks both English and Greek.

• You also need to open a bank account in Cyprus so funds can be transferred for completion date.
• When buying property in Cyprus, many people often use a local lawyer who has been recommended by the property developer. This is not such a good idea.

The best way of doing it is to take legal advice from a lawyer who has been recommended to you or take advice from someone who is entirely independent and not involved in the transaction. Do not sign any papers or hand over any money until you have consulted a lawyer.

Bank Account

You also need to open a bank account in Cyprus so funds can be transferred for completion date.

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Best Cyprus Beaches …

Cyprus beaches are surrounded by many lovely  hotels  which are great for romantic getaways, honeymoons, weddings and holidays in the sun.  

You can enjoy year-round sunshine and if you want to discover all the  beaches,  just hire a car before you arrive as this makes it easier to get around.

Cyprus beaches have golden sand and others are a mixture of sand and pebble.

Many have tiny coves or long stretches of golden sand with sand dunes in isolated locations and many have popular water-sports such as scuba diving and sailing.

Cyprus belongs to the European Blue Flag Campaign, only quality beaches get the ‘Blue Flag’ seal of approval.

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Larnaca Beaches

The popular resort of Larnaca has some lovely beaches in the city center and along this stretch of the coast.

In the town you will find Finikoudes promenade lined with palm trees (Finikoudes means palm trees in Greek) and an abundance of places to eat.

Beach-side restaurants and bars line the promenade and the shops and hotels are just a few yards away.

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Limassol Beaches

The beaches of Limassol include Kourium beach which has a spectacular backdrop of the Greco-Roman Amphitheatre of Kourium.

There are many nearby villages and towns such as Pissouri Bay (3km from the inland village of Pissouri) which is 30km to the west of Limassol town center and the same distance from Paphos.

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Paphos Beaches

The most famous of all Cyprus beaches is at Petra Tou Romiou (Aphrodite beach) where Aphrodite arose from the sea.

There are many lovely beaches in Paphos which include the sandy horseshoe shaped beach of  Coral Bay. The beach is between two headlands and is surrounded by many lovely villas.

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Cyprus Beaches on the west coast of the island …

Some of the most beautiful and secluded beaches are on the west-coast of Cyprus.

For example, those at Latchi and Polis on the edge of the Akamas Peninsula are a must to visit.

Lara Bay is known locally as Lara Beach and Turtle Beach. This is where the endangered loggerhead and green turtles lay their eggs.

The area is very beautiful with a very rugged landscape so it’s advisable to use a 4×4 vehicle if you travel to the Akamas Peninsula.  On your way visit the legendary Baths of Aphrodite and Lara Bay widely known as the breeding ground of the Greenback Turtle (endangered turtles).

Then onto the northwest peninsula, to the coastal beauty of Chrysochou Bay. Rest a while and bathe in the tranquil waters.

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Ayia Napa Beaches

The lovely resort of Ayia Napa is famous for having the best  sandy beaches such as Nissi Beach. The waters are calm and turquoise blue and the beach is golden soft sand so ideal for all the family.

There’s a tiny island about 50-100m from the shore which people love to swim to.

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Protaras Beaches

Fig Tree Bay and and Sirena Bay are very popular Protaras Beaches with shallow and clear waters.

Fig Tree Bay is the larger of the two and edged with hotels and restaurants.   More secluded is Konnon Bay which is 2km north of Cavo Greko.

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Things to do in Cyprus in May

Easter Sunday – 5 May 2013

This is the most important of the religious festivals in Cyprus and Greece and a lovely time to visit the island.

The weather is perfect for sightseeing as it’s not too hot and there are lots of events to enjoy.

There are many special deals on the lovely holiday villas, hotels and apartments you can rent over the Easter period. If you want to find cheap flights it’s always best to book early.

If you feel like trying something different you can always discover the real Cyprus and stay in one of the lovely villages which are just a stones throw away from the popular resorts of the island.

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Cyprus Events May 2013

Natasa Theodoridou

10 May 2013 / Time: Starts at 22:00

Natasa Theodoridou the well-known Greek singer returns to Cyprus for a unique live performance at Blinkers Club in Nicosia.

She is the only female Greek artist to have her first three albums achieve platinum status.

Blinkers Club
5 Andrea Avraamidi
Nicosia

The International Pharos Chamber Music Festival

21 May – 1 June 2013

This is the most important annual classical music event on the island which attracts over 2.000 visitors every year.

This year’s Festival would not have been possible if it were not for the kindness of the participating artists.

They expressed their wish to show solidarity with the people of Cyprus by performing for a very small symbolic fee in order to enable the Foundation to reduce the price of the tickets even more.

Time: Starts at 20:30
Royal Manor House
Kouklia, Paphos
Cost €10 Box Office: Tel. 7000-9304 (daily 9.30-11.30am)

Anthestiria Festival

Anthestiria comes from the Greek word anthos for flower hence the name of the festival.

The event is held every year during the month of May in cities, towns and villages across Cyprus.

The festival derives from the ancient festival held in Athens in honor of Dionysus the god of wine and fertility and is also the carnivals of souls, plants and flowers and celebrate the re-birth of man and nature.

As well as exhibitions, flower markets and shows the main focus of the event is on the flower parade which consists of beautifully decorated floats and it’s customary for people to follow the procession carrying flowers.

Main events are held in the tourist area of Yermasoyia in Limassol, in the old harbor of Kato Paphos and along Phinikoudes promenad in Larnaca.

Aphrodite Rally

26 May – 2 June 2013

This classic car rally which attracts locals and foreigners is a part of FIA Historic Rally Championship organized by the Cyprus Automobile Association (CAA) and sponsored by the Cyprus Tourism Organization.

Participants include drivers from all over the world including Cyprus.

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Best Cyprus Restaurants…

Cyprus is overflowing with excellent restaurants, the only thing is you have to know where to find them.

We have listed many of our favorites under relevant pages such as Paphos Restaurants and Limassol Restaurants and so on.

If you want traditional Cypriot food then the best places to eat are always where the locals eat .

Many of the resorts and hotels offer traditional food but if you travel inland this is where you will find the true Cyprus food at much lower prices.

If you’re on a budget there are excellent kebab shops and tavernas where you can often enjoy Cypriot food at its best.

Do you know of a great place to eat?  Why not share it with us!

All you have to do is send us a review and also a photo if possible and we will add it to the relevant page.

Paphos Restaurants

Once the capital of the island, Paphos is a popular tourist resort on the south west coast of the island.

Full of lovely restaurants with some of the most traditional to be found in the old town.

You can wine and dine next to the picturesque harbor or go inland to Aphrodite territory and be amazed at some of the lovely restaurants.

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Limassol Restaurants

The second largest city in Cyprus is Limassol.

With a popular old town and tourist area  stretching  along the lovely seafront, Limassol has many  luxury hotels, restaurants, clubs, bars and cafes.

Tavernas are full of local delicacies and there are restaurants ranging from basic to the most luxurious.

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Larnaca Restaurants

Larnaca is the third largest city on the island and where the main airport is located.

Finikoudes promenade is full of Cypriot restaurants serving traditional food such as moussaka, keftedes and calamari.

When I first came to the island some years ago the waiters used to run across the main street of Finikoudes carrying trays of food to tables close to the sea.

Things  have changed but there are still many excellent restaurants in Larnaca and on the way to McKenzie beach.  Further  inland are the more traditional and affordable places to eat.

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Ayia Napa Restaurants

The fun filled resort of Ayia Napa has an abundance of lovely places to eat.

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Nicosia Restaurants

This lovely inland city is the capital of Cyprus and not far to reach from any of the popular seaside resorts.

Nicosia has many excellent restaurants in the old town and in the new city.

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Famagusta ~ Varosha, Cyprus

Famagusta was once the island’s most popular tourist destination and is the capital of the district of the same name.

This town (Varosha in Greek), is now in the Turkish side of the Green Line and inaccessible since the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974.

After the invasion the town was fenced off and now resembles a ghost town.

Before the invasion the town was compared to Miami beach with its beautiful golden sandy beaches and stunning scenery.

• The lovely Othello Tower still guards the harbor but the beautiful St Nicolas gothic cathedral has been changed to a mosque.
• The Greek Nobel poet laureate George Seferis loved the landscape of the island so much that he wrote a book of poems entitled Imerologio Katastromatos III.
• Seferis also used his diplomatic position to try to help solve the terrible suffering of the island.

Byzantine Churches, Rustic Villages & Beautiful Beaches

This beautiful area is full of Byzantine churches, rustic villages and hundreds of windmills making  this a truly enchanting area of the island.

The beaches are still beautiful and known for being the best on the island.

• Today many tourists stay in the nearby popular resorts of Protaras and enjoy the lovely beaches.
• Not far away is Agia Napa which is famous for its lively nightlife and beautiful beaches.

Kokkinochoria (Red Villages)

If you’ve ever tasted Cyprus potatoes then you’ll know they’re the most delicious in the world and taste especially good when made as chips, roast or in salads.

The fertile red earth where they’re grown is in the area of Ammochostos and the villages of this area are called Kokkinochoria – red villages.

Salamis, Cyprus

The ancient city of Salamis, once the capital of Cyprus in 1100BC, extends along the sea shore.   For many years the ancient Roman city was buried in sand and this helped preserve it from being looted and destroyed.

Full-Day Famagusta Tour from the West Coast

You will have the opportunity to explore one of Famagusta’s hidden treasures – Salamis. It’s an ancient city one square mile spread along the shore with an amazing amphitheatre and gymnasium.
Your guide will tell you all the interesting facts and tales of this area.

After visiting the Salamis ruins continue to Famagusta (once the island’s most important port city), where you will visit the Othello’s Tower (the medieval fortress or citadel guarding both the harbor and the town of Famagusta) and the Ayios Nicholaos cathedral (which, since the invasion, has been converted into a mosque).

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Protaras Cyprus

Protaras Cyprus comes under the administrative jurisdiction of Paralimni Municipality which is  the temporary administrative center of the Famagusta District.

Protaras Cyprus Beaches

Situated just a ten minute drive from the lively resort of Ayia Napa, Protaras has some of the best beaches on the island such as the popular Fig Tree Bay.

Many of the beaches have been awarded the blue flag status and most are blessed with golden sand edged by the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean sea.

The rocky coast of Cape Greco is at the southeast tip of the island and some of this area is controlled by the military so out of bounds to tourists. This is a very beautiful and peaceful area of the island and ideal for those who enjoy snorkling and swimming.

Where to Stay in Protaras Cyprus

There are  many apartments and hotels surrounding the beaches which make this the ideal location for all types of holidays.

There are also lots of stunning villas with private pools close to the beaches of this popular resort.

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Things to do in Protaras

There are a wide range of shops, nightclubs, restaurants and bars, so there’s definitely something for all the family to enjoy.

To the north of Protaras are the towns of Paralimni and Pernera.

• Paralimni is famous for the three churches in the center of town and the church of the Panayia (Virgin Mary) contains an ecclesiastical museum.
• Penera is more peaceful location great for those who enjoy swimming and a more relaxing holiday in the sun.

To the south are many villages such as Ayia Thekla which is famous for the church of the same name.

A little further south is Kapparis which is on the border of Turkish controlled Cyprus.

Getting Here …

Package holidays  to Protaras Cyprus usually arrive at Larnaca airport (LCA). Transfers from the airport usually takes an hour.

Taxis usually cost around €60-70 but it’s best to check with the driver. Ask how much it will cost before the journey starts.

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TOP Attractions in Larnaca

The present day city of Larnaca stands on the ancient city of Kition so there are many amazing archaeological sites.

With so many treasures and villages to explore this is one of the most popular resorts on the island.  The airport is only 8km from the city.

TOP Attractions in Ayia Napa

Ayia Napa is situated on the east coast of the island.

Famous for its long sandy beaches, wonderful nightlife, watersports, breathtaking scenery and rustic little villages dotted with beautiful Byzantine churches.

Attractions in Ayia Napa

Ayia Napa Monastery

In the middle of the village of Ayia Napa, surrounded by a wall, stands this beautiful medieval monastery which is dedicated to ‘Our Lady of the Forests’.

The guest house near the church belongs to the World Council of Churches and there’s a 16th century church partly underground and cut into the rock.

 Ayia Napa Water World Waterpark

18 Agia Thekla Road, Agia Napa 5345, PO Box 30605

One of the many attractions in Ayia Napa is the amazing water-park which has everything you could possible need for a fantastic day out. The park has received 18 major international awards and also certification for the safe and hygienic conditions throughout ~ (See Water Parks in Cyprus)

Thalassa (sea in Greek) Marine Museum

Pierides Foundastion, Kriou Nerou 14 / Tel: 23816366
Octo-May/Tues-Sat 9.am-5.pm/Sat 10.am-2pm
June-Sept/Tues-Sun 9.am-2pm & 6pm-8pm
As the name suggests, the museum is based on the sea and the marine heritage of Cyprus from prehistoric times to the present. There’s a replica of a 4th century BC Greek trading vessel, the original of which was found off the coast of Keryneia.

Cape Greko National Park

A beautiful park with 36 different types of orchid species, crocuses and irises. A temple dedicated to Aphrodite once existed here and a nature trail links the area to the Aphrodite Cultural Route.

Paralimni

An unusual vaulted church dedicated to the Virgin Mary and decorated with unusual 18th century procelain plates. Sections of the church date back to the 13th century and house a small ecclesiastical museum.

After the occupation of Famagusta, by Turkish troups in 1974, the small town of Paralimni became the temporary administrative centre of the district.

Sotira Village – Ecclesiastical Musuem

Contact the priest if you wish to visit Tel: 23 82 39 32

Potamos Liopetriou

16km west of Ayia Napa. Picturesque fishing shelter near Liopetri village near remains of a Venetian watchtower.

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Cheap Flights To Paphos Cyprus

There are many cheap flights to Paphos with budget airlines, such as Easy Jet and Ryanair.

Cheap Flights To Paphos

Cyprus Airways occasionally have good deals, but as they are scheduled flights, they work out more expensive.

These flights depart from the UK and leave from London Heathrow Airport.

Most budget airlines such as EasyJet and Ryan Air operate from airports outside London such as Gatwick, Luton and Stansted Airport.

These are easy to access with express trains such as the Gatwick and Stansted Express. There are also cheap flights to Paphos from Manchester and other airports in the UK.

All you have to do is book well in advance. Don’t leave it until the last minute as prices rise quickly and are a lot more expensive.

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Paphos Airport

Larnaca Airport and Paphos Airport have been recently re-furbished and are now fully operational.

Paphos airport has the capacity to cater for 2.7 million passengers per year.  Both airports are very close to the sea with Paphos airport only 6 km south-east of the city of Paphos which many years ago was the capital of Cyprus.

The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia is well worth visiting.  Since 1974 the main airport is Larnaca airport in the south of the island.

Paphos Airport Restaurants

A restaurant, café and bar and outside terrace bar which is great for the hot weather and for enjoying watching the planes arriving and leaving the airport.

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