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13 September, 2026
 

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1. Winter sun is back - Wizz Air brings back four Middle East destinations, ahead of the winter season

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/winter-sun-is-back-wizz-air-brings-back-four-middle-east-destinations-ahead-of-the-winter-season

This week, Wizz Air relaunched flights to Jeddah and Amman & reconfirms the restart of Abu Dhabi and Dubai on October 25th, 2026 – three of the Middle East’s most popular destinations, reconnecting travellers with the Arabian Peninsula. Tickets for all four destinations are on sale now at wizzair.com and via the airline’s mobile app....

2. Tourist influx pushes Famagusta hospital A&E past 11,000 cases in three months

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourist-influx-pushes-famagusta-hospital-a-e-past-11-000-cases-in-three-months

More than 11,000 people sought treatment at the accident and emergency department of Famagusta General Hospital during the three summer months, placing fresh attention on the pressure exerted on health services in one of Cyprus' busiest tourist regions....

3. Cyprus records EU’s steepest fall in tourist stays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-cyprus-records-eu-s-steepest-fall-in-tourist-stays

Cyprus recorded the biggest fall in tourist overnight stays anywhere in the European Union during the first half of 2026, even as tourism across the bloc continued to grow....

4. Monday forecast gives desk-bound workers a break from the heat, but brings afternoon hail

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-forecast-gives-desk-bound-workers-a-break-from-the-heat-but-brings-afternoon-hail

The post-Assumption holiday workweek kicks off with a continuation of the unstable weather pattern. If you are one of the brave few back at your desk while half the island is still extend-vacationing on the coast, at least you won't have to deal with stifling 40°C heat today....

5. How to summer like a local: 30+ unforgettable Cyprus experiences

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/how-to-summer-like-a-local-30-unforgettable-cyprus-experiences

What does the perfect Cyprus summer look like? A sunset in Pomos, an after-work swim, mahalepi by the sea, or dinner in a mountain village?...

6. Friday brings 39°C inland heat and afternoon thunderstorms for the long weekend

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-brings-39°c-inland-heat-and-afternoon-thunderstorms-for-the-long-weekend

The country has unplugged, packed the car, and fled to the beach or the Troodos pines. At least the weather is actually cooperating with the vacation mood by breaking the 40°C streak, though Mother Nature might throw a few surprise thunderclaps and hail into your long-weekend mountain plans....

7. Limassol hotels reach 90% occupancy in August

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/limassol-hotels-reach-90-occupancy-in-august

Hotels in Limassol are recording strong demand in August, with occupancy at around 90% and bookings now broadly matching the levels seen during the same month last year....

8. That €3 parcel charge brought Customs nearly €2 million in one month

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/that-€3-parcel-charge-brought-customs-nearly-€2-million-in-one-month

That small €3 charge on goods ordered from outside the European Union has quickly added up, bringing Cyprus Customs nearly €2 million in its first month....

9. Hospitals across the island seeing more heat-related emergencies

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hospitals-across-the-island-seeing-more-heat-related-emergencies

The scorching temperatures gripping Cyprus aren't just making people uncomfortable; they're also sending more of them to the hospital....

10. Hotels may be busy, but Cyprus is earning far less from tourism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/hotels-may-be-busy-but-cyprus-is-earning-far-less-from-tourism

The beaches are busy, hotel pools are full, and flights continue to arrive, but Cyprus' tourism industry is earning significantly less money than it did this time last year....

11. Hundreds of thousands flee as violent wildfires sweep western Europe

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hundreds-of-thousands-flee-as-violent-wildfires-sweep-western-europe

Emergency operations across France and Spain are attempting to contain severe wildfires that have forced nearly 270,000 people from their homes. ...

12. Tuesday’s outlook: Sun with that familiar inland sizzle

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-s-outlook-sun-with-that-familiar-inland-sizzle

The seasonal low pressure is still keeping watch over the island, delivering a completely dry, mostly clear, and highly predictable summer day. The temperature distribution today offers a little something for everyone, depending on how close you are to the water....

13. Summer holiday rush keeps emergency department visits at expected levels

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/summer-holiday-rush-keeps-emergency-department-visits-at-expected-levels

Attendance at accident and emergency departments across Cyprus remains consistent with seasonal expectations, according to the Cyprus State Health Services Organisation (OKYPY), despite recent reports suggesting busier hospitals....

14. Fuel tax relief extended giving drivers 2 more months of breathing room

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fuel-tax-relief-extended-giving-drivers-2-more-months-of-breathing-room

Cyprus motorists will continue to benefit from lower fuel taxes for at least another two months, after Parliament unanimously approved an emergency bill extending the government's fuel tax relief measure....

15. Monday forecast: Sunshine, heat and a questionable sense of what day it is

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-forecast-sunshine-heat-and-a-questionable-sense-of-what-day-it-is

It's Monday. Apparently. At this stage of the summer, however, that information feels increasingly theoretical. Schools are closed, holiday plans are taking shape and the days are beginning to blend into one long stretch of sunshine, sea swims and arguments about whether 37°C is "hot" or merely "seasonal"....

16. Weekend weather: A mostly sunny weekend for dads and everyone else

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weekend-weather-a-mostly-sunny-weekend-for-dads-and-everyone-else

Friday has arrived, school holidays are settling in, and Father's Day is waiting just around the corner. The weekend forecast is bringing plenty of sunshine for family outings, beach trips and barbecues, although the mountains may once again have their own ideas....

17. A Summer of Endless Possibilities at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-summer-of-endless-possibilities-at-cap-st-georges-hotel-resort

There are destinations that simply offer a holiday, and then there are places that redefine the very essence of summer. Perched along the spectacular western coastline of Cyprus, just outside the vibrant city of Paphos, where the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean meet the protected landscapes of the Akamas Peninsula, Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort invites guests to experience a season defined by effortless luxury, authentic discovery, and unforgettable moments....

18. Holiday rental prices in Cyprus rise as summer demand peaks

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-holiday-rental-prices-in-cyprus-rise-as-summer-demand-peaks

Cyprus’ short-term rental market is showing strong performance, with demand peaking this July and prices surging during the summer season....

19. Good news for tourism: UK and US ease travel advisories for Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/good-news-for-tourism-uk-and-us-ease-travel-advisories-for-cyprus

The summer season is getting off to an encouraging start for Cyprus' tourism industry, which has faced growing uncertainty in recent months due to the crisis and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East....

20. Blue skies, calm seas and a very June-like day

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/blue-skies-calm-seas-and-a-very-june-like-day

No thunderstorms lurking in the afternoon, no surprise downpours, no dramatic weather systems marching across the Mediterranean; just sunshine getting on with the job....

21. Paphos begins major upgrade of bus stops across the city

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-begins-major-upgrade-of-bus-stops-across-the-city

Getting around Paphos by bus is set to become a little more comfortable, as the municipality has started a wide-ranging upgrade of bus stops across the city....

22. The weather has finally decided to behave itself

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-weather-has-finally-decided-to-behave-itself

After weeks of afternoon surprises, wandering thunderstorms and clouds that seemed determined to keep meteorologists on their toes, the weather across Cyprus has finally made a decision....

23. Kataklysmos skies and a splash of summer

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kataklysmos-skies-and-a-splash-of-summer

It is June 1st. It is Monday. It is Kataklysmos. A weak low-pressure system and a slightly unstable air mass remain nearby today, but conditions are generally favourable for those heading to the sea or village festivities. ...

24. Families, students and pet owners set sail again from Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/families-students-and-pet-owners-set-sail-again-from-limassol

For many Cypriots, summer does not truly begin until the Cyprus-Greece ferry pulls out of Limassol port....

25. Paphos hotels set for packed holiday weekend despite slower tourism season

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-hotels-set-for-packed-holiday-weekend-despite-slower-tourism-season

Hotels in Paphos are preparing for a busy Kataklysmos holiday weekend, with occupancy rates expected to climb above 90 percent as many Cypriots choose the coastal city for a short break....

26. Monday arrives softly with patchy fog and slow-moving clouds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-arrives-softly-with-patchy-fog-and-slow-moving-clouds

An unstable air mass continues to influence the region today, although the morning begins quietly enough. Any patches of mist or fog will gradually fade away, making room for a partly cloudy day with soft sunshine filtering through the skies....

27. Monday skies, coffee sighs and summer just around the corner

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-skies-coffee-sighs-and-summer-just-around-the-corner

It’s Monday again. A weak low-pressure system is lingering over the region today, while a touch of fine dust drifts lazily through the atmosphere, giving the sky a soft, hazy look....

28. Cyprus hotels brace for tough summer as Middle East tensions hit tourism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-brace-for-tough-summer-as-middle-east-tensions-hit-tourism

A difficult summer season is shaping up for Cyprus’ hotel industry, as uncertainty caused by the geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East is dampening people’s appetite for travel and holidays....

29. Sunshine, sea breezes and a sprinkle of mountain magic

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sunshine-sea-breezes-and-a-sprinkle-of-mountain-magic

The weather seems to be in one of its gentle moods today, drifting across Cyprus with soft clouds, warm breezes and just the tiniest hint of mountain mischief. ...

30. Cyprus tourism slumps as British demand drops and bookings fall 60%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-slumps-as-british-demand-drops-and-bookings-fall-60

The main source of tourism for Cyprus is weakening this year. British travelers, who make up the country’s largest tourism market, are showing hesitation and caution because of geopolitical instability in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...

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