https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protests-rise-against-barcelona-s-growing-tourist-influx
Barcelona is grappling with a surge in tourism that has led to rising tensions among locals. Iconic landmarks like Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, along with bustling streets like Las Ramblas, are attracting 170,000 visitors daily, according to city authorities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/digital-transformation-or-vanish
Historically our world has experienced significant eras spanning from the medieval eras, Renaissance, Scientific Revolution, Industrial Revolution, World War Era and others....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-office-costs-outpace-london-and-amsterdam
Office rental prices in Cyprus, particularly in Limassol, have exceeded those in cities like London and Amsterdam, according to major tech companies operating on the island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-flights-from-lebanon-for-uk-nationals-with-boat-routes-to-cyprus
More charter flights are expected throughout the day to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon, according to the UK Foreign Office, which described the number of flights as "limited."
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tiny-house-big-rent-limassol-s-housing-crisis-hits-new-heights
It's no secret that rental prices in Cyprus, especially in Limassol, have skyrocketed to absurd levels. With people struggling to find affordable housing amidst a sea of luxury apartments and inflated costs, one local decided to poke fun at the situation—and it's hilarious!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greece-imposes-20-euro-levy-on-cruise-visitors-to-curb-overtourism
Greece plans to impose a 20-euro levy on cruise ship visitors to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer season, in a bid to avert overtourism, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-illusion-of-prosperity-as-unemployment-numbers-mask-realities
In its analysis, the Central Bank of Cyprus notes that in the first quarter of 2024, unemployment fell to 6%, the lowest level since 2009....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kamala-harris-unveils-economic-plan-with-tax-cuts-and-housing-focus
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to present a comprehensive economic plan during a major policy speech in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/greece-and-the-ferry-tale-nightmare
The ferry boat situation in Greece is rapidly becoming an unfortunate stain on the very fabric of the country. As someone who not only vacations in Greece, I also own, operate, and conduct business there in the tourism sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/motorcycle-falls-90-meters-from-cliff-onto-akamas-coast
A four-wheeled rental motorcycle plunged into the sea after falling from a 90-meter cliff in a road accident on Sunday at the Baths of Aphrodite....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/olympic-medalists-receive-life-changing-rewards-from-home-countries
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-students-face-€1-100-rents-in-limassol
Rising rental prices are placing significant strain on individuals seeking housing in Cyprus and Greece, with particular challenges faced by incoming university students. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/apartment-prices-up-13-9-yearly-house-price-growth-slows
In the first quarter of 2024, house price growth showed a slight slowdown, while apartment prices continued to rise....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reflect-festival-highlights-traffic-and-housing-challenges-in-limassol
The recent Reflect Festival brought forth crucial discussions on pivotal issues affecting Limassol, prominently featuring traffic congestion and housing shortages as central topics. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-7th-epic-street-fest-delights-thousands
On the afternoon of Tuesday, July 2, about 2000 people gathered in the heart of the capital city, reveling under the summer sky with music from some of the island’s top DJs, courtesy of Deejay Radio, at the 7th Epic Street Fest Nicosia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/why-building-a-home-is-rare-today
As discussed in our previous article, the housing landscape in our country is changing, with home ownership rates decreasing and aligning with the European average. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/rentals-rise-as-home-ownership-trends-change
Around 20-25 years ago, Cyprus was renowned for having one of the highest rates of home ownership globally, with figures nearly reaching 78% - 80%, as per the data available then....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epic-street-fest-nicosia-returns-with-summer-vibes
Nicosia's biggest outdoor party is back in full swing this summer. The 7th Epic Street Fest Nicosia will take place on Tuesday, July 2, starting at 7 PM on Palia Ilektriki Street, near the new City Hall....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bbf-announces-the-full-sale-of-four-class-a-business-centers-in-cyprus-in-the-past-12-months
BBF, Limassol’s top luxury residential developer, successfully sold out four Class A office buildings within the last year. Spanning a total area of approximately 20,000 sq. m., the full sale of bbf: latitude, bbf: liberty, bbf: benchmark, and bbf: summit solidifies BBF’s position as a leading name in Cyprus's commercial real estate market as well....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-blu-marine-zeus-tower-construction-update
The Leptos Group is proud to announce the ongoing construction of the highly anticipated Zeus Tower - Signature Collection, the second tower of the renowned Limassol Blu Marine development....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bbf-introduces-ask-bbf-for-comprehensive-real-estate-services
BBF, a leading residential and commercial developer in Cyprus, constantly invests in innovative solutions that put customers at the center of all operations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-revs-up-its-new-car-registrations
The Cyprus Statistical Service's latest report reveals a significant surge in motor vehicle registrations, marking a 33.5% increase to 17,589 in January-April 2024, compared to 13,180 in the same period of 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/guests-rejoice-as-airbnb-puts-an-end-to-spy-cameras
In a significant move applauded by privacy advocates, Airbnb has announced plans to prohibit the use of surveillance cameras in its rentals, effective April 30th. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-of-homes-in-cyprus-used-as-airbnb-accommodations
A recent report reveals that a staggering 2% of homes in Cyprus are being utilized as accommodations on Airbnb, highlighting concerns about housing availability and regulatory oversight. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-45-rise-in-vehicle-registrations
Vehicle registrations increased by 45.0% in January-February 2024, according to the Statistical Service of Cyprus report "Registration of Motor Vehicles" for the period January-February 2024....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hotel-industry-faces-backlash-over-residence-fees
The inclusion of a residence tax within the framework of the green tax reform, affecting hotels, tourist accommodations, and Airbnb, is expected to trigger reactions within the hotel industry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-extends-financial-aid-to-tornado-victims
The Council of Ministers, led by Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou, has decided to provide financial aid for damages caused by the tornado in the Limassol district on February 14....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-€623-million-windfall-from-cyprus-shipping-industry
Kathimerini reporter Andreas Karamitas dives into the heartbeat of Cyprus' economy - the shipping industry. In a revealing exploration, discover how this vital sector pumped a staggering €623 million into the real economy solely through ship management in 2023. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-parliament-honors-navalny-amidst-food-inflation
The European Parliament will commemorate the life of Russian activist Alexei Navalny, featuring an address by his wife, Yulia Navalnaya, in its plenary session this week in Strasbourg......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-cyprus-golden-visa-attracts-investors-from-around-the-world
Investing in Cyprus isn't just about property, it's about embracing a lifestyle bathed in Mediterranean sunshine and reaping the rewards of strategic investment....