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1. Cyprus becomes India’s gateway to Europe as landmark trade deal takes effect

A fresh momentum is taking hold in Cyprus-India commercial relations, thanks to the free trade agreement recently finalized between the European Union and India. The deal promises lower tariffs on European products and smoother access to the vast Indian market....

2. A human rights blind spot as Cyprus still lacks legal protection for guide dogs

A significant gap in Cyprus’s legal framework regarding the rights of persons with disabilities to be accompanied by guide dogs has been highlighted in a recent report by the Commissioner for Administration and the Protection of Human Rights....

3. Square One Launches 500+ new homes in 2026

Square One is entering a defining chapter in its growth....

4. Cyprus steps onto Europe’s center stage with €25.6 million infrastructure overhaul

Cyprus has completed extensive infrastructure upgrades as it prepares to assume the presidency of the Council of the European Union, investing €25.6 million in conference and media facilities to host hundreds of high-level meetings throughout 2026....

5. A Cyprus village salad à la Brussels (no travel required)

Cyprus is preparing to host Europe with diplomatic seriousness and a salad that has clearly been to culinary finishing school....

6. Wizz Air takes you to Europe’s most affordable ski destination from Larnaca

With Christmas just around the corner, Wizz Air, Europe’s most sustainable and affordable airline, invites travellers to experience the magic of winter with easy access to some of Europe’s most budget-friendly and picturesque ski destinations....

7. Cyprus’ legendary Berengaria Hotel set to rise again in Troodos Mountains

Nestled high in the Troodos mountains, Berengaria isn’t just any hotel; it’s a memory, a symbol, a touchstone of Cyprus’ history of luxury hospitality. ...

8. €75,000-a-bottle wines go up in flames in Limassol arson attack

An arson attack on one of Limassol’s most exclusive wine bars has caused serious collateral damage, torching rare bottles worth tens of thousands of euros and sending fresh shockwaves through a case already tied to violent crime....

9. Qatar National Day celebrated in Nicosia with warmth, tradition and a hint of incense

The day may have started with a downpour, but by the time guests began arriving at the Qatari ambassador’s residence on Wednesday, the skies over Nicosia opened as if on cue, a small, poetic nod to an afternoon built on warmth, hospitality and celebration....

10. Romania’s National Day brings diplomats and friends together in Nicosia

Diplomats, business leaders, and friends of Romania gathered at the Royal Hall in Nicosia Monday evening for a lively and heartfelt celebration of Romania’s National Day. ...

11. Cypriots plan last-minute New Year’s Eve outings, PASIKA seeks holiday hours extension

The festive season has officially begun, even if the weather has yet to match the mood. Music venues and restaurants across Cyprus are already preparing to welcome holiday crowds....

12. The Landmark Nicosia opens tomorrow, and it’s set to change the city’s luxury scene

Nicosia has a new star in the city’s hospitality scene. The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection, opens on December 2, ready to set a new standard for luxury stays in the capital and across Cyprus. ...

13. Smoothie Factory Express Opens at Mercure Larnaca Beach Resort

Smoothie Factory proudly announces the opening of its newest location through Solaar Hospitality, Smoothie Factory Express, situated within the Mercure Larnaca Beach Resort....

14. Cyprus to boost wages for nearly half the workforce amid rising costs

Cyprus is set to spend more next year, with the 2026 budget estimating total expenditures, including loan repayments, interest, and investments, at €13.7 billion, up from €12.9 billion in 2025. Personnel costs, including pensions and gratuities, are expected to rise by roughly 4.2%, reaching €3.7 billion....

15. Tax audits bring in nearly €30 million as MPs press for tougher checks

Cyprus’ Tax Department says it pulled in almost €30 million over the past two years after stepping up audits on companies flagged as high-risk, according to testimony before the Parliamentary Audit Committee on Friday....

16. Investment momentum in Oroklini

In recent years, Larnaca has shown remarkable momentum in urban development and real estate activity. The city, once known for its slower pace compared to other regions of Cyprus, is now attracting growing interest from investors and construction companies alike....

17. The Landmark Nicosia set to open later this month

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection, is entering the final stages of construction and is on track to open its doors by the end of November. ...

18. Cavalli Tower at Limassol Blu Marine Officially Inaugurated in Spectacular Ceremony

The Leptos Group proudly announced the official inauguration of Cavalli Tower at Limassol Blu Marine, marking Roberto Cavalli’s first-ever branded residential development in Europe and a landmark moment for Cyprus on the global stage....

19. Two Cyprus hotels earn their first Michelin Key, and they couldn't be more different

Just like the Michelin stars that honor the world’s best restaurants, the Michelin Key is now shining on the planet’s top hotels, and two of them are right here in Cyprus....

20. The Orangery returns to The Landmark Nicosia, looking better than ever!

The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, revives a vital meeting point of the city’s movers and shakers, as the Orangery enters its brand-new era....

21. Columbia Hospitality welcomes Areti Kontou as Director of HR & Operations

Columbia Hospitality, the Hospitality Division of Schoeller Holdings Ltd, has announced the appointment of Areti Kontou to its executive team as Director of HR & Operations, ...

22. What independence?

Shivers of excitement and delight were sent through lovers of the military industry by the two Greek fighter jets that crossed the blue sky of Nicosia last Wednesday, October 1, on the occasion of the anniversary of Cypriot independence....

23. Manneken Pis dressed in Cypriot 'vraka' for Independence Day

The Manneken Pis, the iconic statue of Brussels, was dressed in traditional Cypriot clothing, the vraka, to honor Cyprus’ Independence Day on October 1st....

24. Lidl Cyprus invests in people's well-being with its 6th Lidl Wellness Camp

Under the auspices of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, the Cyprus National Commission for UNESCO, the Cyprus Dietitians & Nutritionists Association, the Cyprus Psychologists Association and the Municipality of Ayia Napa, Lidl Cyprus announces the launch of the competition for participation in the 6th Lidl Wellness Camp....

25. Cypriot tradition came to life at Alphamega Hypermarkets

The 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival titled “Cypriot and Authentic” took place on Sunday, 28 September, at the outdoor area of Alphamega Engomi, attracting a large, enthusiastic crowd. Visitors of all ages enjoyed an authentic experience, full of flavours, music, games and images of Cypriot tradition that we all love and want to preserve....

26. Your delightfully dramatic weather dispatch

A moody low-pressure system has decided to park itself over our lovely region, presumably because it heard about our excellent hospitality and refuses to leave....

27. Alphamega Hypermarkets to host the 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival ''Cypriot and Authentic''

28. Cyprus’ tourism hits new highs, but winter still gets the cold shoulder

Cyprus’ tourism industry may be smashing records, but its biggest headache hasn’t gone away: most of the visitors still come when the sun is blazing....

29. Cyprus chaos: Sausage pies, scorched politics, and TikTok cops

The viral photo of the week showing Americans posing proudly in front of a… sad little plate of sausage pies sparked plenty of commentary....

30. Cyprus hotels join Europe’s legal fight to break Booking.com’s grip

Hotels in Cyprus are among more than 10,000 across Europe taking part in a class-action lawsuit accusing Booking.com of abusing its market power for two decades. ...