https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-faces-€25-million-hit
The president of the Cyprus Hotel Association (PASYXE), Thanos Michaelides, has highlighted the urgent need to extend the tourist season and increase the number of year-round hotel operations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/younger-tourists-are-choosing-cyprus-in-the-winter
In a bid to extend Cyprus's tourism season, a recent survey commissioned by Hermes Airports highlights promising opportunities for bolstering winter tourism, according to a report by Pavlos Neophytos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-airways-launches-direct-flights-to-barcelona
Cyprus Airways is excited to announce the launch of its new direct flights from Larnaca to Barcelona, commencing on the 3rd of July. This new route will operate twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Sundays, providing passengers with a convenient and comfortable travel option to one of Europe's most vibrant cities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-announces-€10-million-boost-for-cyprus-tourism
President Nikos Christodoulides announced a €10 million increase in the 2025 budget for the Deputy Ministry of Tourism to enhance Cyprus's international promotion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/reunification-talks-face-challenges-un-envoy-finds-parties-far-apart
The ongoing efforts to reunify Cyprus have hit another roadblock, as the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General, former Colombian Foreign Minister Ms. Holguin, finds significant gaps between the negotiating parties. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-students-stranded-by-swiss-landslide-begin-journey-home
Sixty-five students and six teachers from the English School in Nicosia are on their way back to Cyprus after being stranded in Switzerland due to a landslide....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/2-of-winter-visitors-to-cyprus-stay-in-occupied-areas
A new survey from Hermes Airports shows that 2% of tourists visiting Cyprus during the winter months (October 2023 - March 2024) stayed in the occupied areas. Additionally, 3% visited the occupied areas while staying in the free areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/visually-impaired-paralympian-blocked-from-competing-due-to-uk-guide-dog-policy
A Paralympic swimmer set to compete in this summer’s Games says his career is at risk after post-Brexit policy changes barred him from flying in and out of the UK with his guide dog....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/legal-expert-asserts-turkey-s-right-to-act-against-alleged-israeli-military-activities-in-cyprus
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-announces-new-route-from-larnaca-to-milan-malpensa
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most environmentally sustainable airline, proudly announces today it will launch a new route from Larnaca to Milan, Italy this autumn....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/dsv-and-unicef-announce-partnership-to-increase-access-to-essential-supplies-for-children-worldwide
The new strategic partnership will provide rapid emergency responses while strengthening national supply chains....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkey-warns-greece-and-cyprus-to-avoid-middle-east-conflicts
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan issued a stern warning to Greece and Cyprus, advising them to stay away from Middle Eastern conflicts. Speaking on the Turkish channel Haburturk, Fidan declared, "Stay away from the Middle East, or the fire will come and find you."...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ibiza-airport-closed-after-bomb-threat
Ibiza Airport was forced to shutdown this afternoon following a bomb threat reported on a Ryanair flight destined for Milan-Bergamo. Authorities have not yet confirmed details of the threat, which prompted the suspension of normal operations for nearly an hour....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aegean-welcomes-its-passengers-to-its-new-business-lounge-at-larnaca-international-airport-located-next-to-the-departure-gates
As of today, AEGEAN's new Business Lounge at Larnaca International Airport “Glafcos Clerides " is opening its gates and welcoming its passengers into a primely located, high aesthetics and comfort space, designed to further enhance their travel experience....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stranded-abroad-here-s-what-airlines-must-provide
Flight cancellations and lengthy delays are the primary issues frustrating travelers, according to Trade and Industry Officer Anastasia Stylianides. Addressing these concerns, Stylianides also clarified the rights of passengers when their flights are canceled....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-sees-surge-in-air-travel-as-summer-season-takes-off
Airplanes arriving in Cyprus were about 85% full in May, with numbers continuing to climb, according to Maria Kouroupi, Director of Aviation Development and Communication at Hermes Airports. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-increases-number-of-flights-from-larnaca-cluj-and-varna
Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest growing and most environmentally sustainable airline globally1, is excited to announce the increase the number of flights from Larnaca, Cluj, and Varna,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/passenger-traffic-up-at-larnaca-and-paphos-airports-amid-drop-in-hotel-bookings
Passenger traffic at Larnaca and Paphos airports increased by 4.26% in May 2024 compared to the same month in 2023, according to the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nasa-s-new-rocket-set-to-cut-mars-journey-to-just-60-days
Recently, NASA announced it was funding a revolutionary high-thrust rocket — called a Pulsed Plasma Rocket — that could make crewed missions to Mars in just two months....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-black-astronaut-nominee-fulfils-space-dream-after-60-years
Ed Dwight, America’s first Black astronaut candidate, finally rocketed into space 60 years later, flying with Jeff Bezos’ rocket company on Sunday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/jet-without-wings-promises-ny-london-flights-in-4-hours
This spaceship-like aircraft promises to revolutionize the aviation industry with its unique ''wingless'' design, zero-emissions propulsion system......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-leader-criticizes-un-envoy-s-approach
Ersin Tatar criticized UN envoy Olgin's push for negotiations without common ground, citing her proposal for ''Initiative 3A'' (direct flights, direct trade, direct contacts) through the UN Secretary General's Personal Envoy. "If such an initiative were possible, we could engage in dialogue," he remarked....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/chaos-ensues-amid-passport-control-issues-at-uk-airports
Chaos erupted at airports across the United Kingdom on Tuesday as several major hubs confirmed a nationwide border issue, causing extensive delays and frustration among travelers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-hotspots-where-cypriots-are-headed-to-this-easter
The Easter festive period can actually be described as the vanguard of the summer holidays for Cypriots who choose to holiday outside Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/there-s-no-stifling-the-cypriot-s-wanderlust
Are you ready to embark on a journey with the spirited travelers of Cyprus? Hold on to your hats as we delve into the adventurous spirit of Cypriots and their passion for exploration!...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uae-sends-400-tons-of-food-aid-to-gaza-via-cyprus
In a statement, the UAE Foreign Ministry disclosed its collaboration with the American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera) to intensify humanitarian support for Gaza's populace and tackle the prevailing crisis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-prime-minister-confirms-delay-in-rwanda-deportation-flights
The Rwanda deportation scheme will not begin until the summer, Rishi Sunak admitted on Monday, acknowledging a further delay to the policy even as MPs and peers began debating it for the final time....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israel-strikes-iran-air-defenses-activated-amid-rising-tensions
Iran has fired air defense batteries amid reports of explosions near a major airbase in Isfahan province, according to state media, amidst escalating tensions following Iran’s retaliatory strike on Israel following an attack against its consulate in Syria....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/indonesian-volcano-raises-tsunami-alarm-echoes-past-tragedy
Thousands of residents have been evacuated from their homes following a series of eruptions from the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island in Indonesia....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aegean-airlines-acquires-longer-range-fleet
Aegean Airlines seeks to strengthen its footprint in new markets, which show double-digit growth rates, through the delivery, in 2026 and 2027, in the first phase, of four Airbus A321neo aircraft which are specially configured and upgraded....