https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-now-flies-to-madrid
Wizz Air announces the expansion of its route portfolio in Larnaca with the addition of two routes to Athens and Madrid, as well as planned frequency increases on its routes to Barcelona, Thessaloniki and Yerevan, further strengthening connectivity between Cyprus and major European destinations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-rejects-claims-of-imminent-jet-fuel-shortage-across-europe
European officials have pushed back against claims that aviation fuel supplies across the EU could run out within six weeks, calling such reports misleading....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-makes-a…-checkmate-on-the-chessboard
In a historic moment, Cyprus becomes the epicenter of the global chess scene. For the first time, the most important and demanding tournament in the World Chess Championship cycle is being held at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, in the Peyia area of Paphos, from March 28 to April 16, 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/queens-kings-and-cyprus-checkmate
The night of March 28 was windy, cloudy, and even a little rainy, the kind that makes you clutch your coat and hope your hair survives the evening. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/war-s-ripple-effect-reaches-cyprus-tourism
A negative climate is developing in Cyprus’s tourism sector during the spring season as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East begins to affect the country. Early signs show a slowdown in bookings and an increase in cancellations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-brings-in-international-pr-team-to-rebuild-tourism-confidence
The government and tourism stakeholders are joining forces in a coordinated effort to safeguard Cyprus’ international image, stressing that the country remains safe and that daily life continues under normal conditions....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-conference-on-sustainable-tourism
The European Conference on Sustainable Tourism, held in Nicosia, marked the 20th anniversary of the Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative (CSTI), bringing together more than 300 participants from across Europe and beyond, including two European Commissioners among the speakers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotel-licensing-rises-to-45-from-5-6-in-2023
Cyprus has made major progress in bringing its hotel sector into compliance with licensing requirements, with the share of properly licensed hotels rising sharply from just 5-6% in 2023 to about 45% today, Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis told Parliament on Tuesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-welcomed-4-5-million-tourists-in-2025-most-ever-in-a-single-year
Cyprus welcomed a record-breaking 4.53 million visitors in 2025, marking the most successful year in the island’s tourism history. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-record-breaking-tourism-year
Cyprus recorded its strongest tourism performance on record in 2025, according to Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis, who described the year as a landmark moment for the country’s visitor economy....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-filling-up-fast-as-christmas-tourism-hits-record-highs
Cyprus is heading into the Christmas season with hotels filling fast and tourist bookings reaching new highs. Officials say the island remains one of Europe’s favorite winter destinations, with occupancy rates already strong and last-minute reservations expected to push them even higher....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-unveils-€600-000-smart-tourism-app-to-personalize-every-visitor-s-journey
Soon, visitors to Cyprus will be able to plan their dream trip before they even pack a suitcase, thanks to a new €600,000 digital tourism app designed by the Cyprus University of Technology (TEPAK) in partnership with the Deputy Ministry of Tourism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-celebrates-huge-milestones-of-10-million-passengers-in-cyprus-and-5-years-of-operations-at-its-larnaka-base-with-a-day-full-of-surprises
Wizz Air, Cyprus’ market leader airline, celebrated earlier today the milestone of 10 million passengers to and from Cyprus, as well as the 5th anniversary of its base in Larnaka....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-restaurants-feel-the-pinch-as-tourists-dine-in-instead-of-out
Cyprus’ restaurants and entertainment venues are feeling the squeeze this year, as more tourists choose to eat at home, order delivery, or rely on all-inclusive hotel packages instead of dining out....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobasket-2025-cyprus-struggles-as-greece-powers-to-third-win
The Cyprus National Team faced a harsh reality on the EuroBasket 2025 court, suffering their third defeat in the tournament with a heavy 91-47 loss to Spain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-makes-eurobasket-debut-falls-to-bosnia-and-herzegovina-91-64
The Cyprus national basketball team marked a historic milestone Friday, stepping onto the EuroBasket court for the first time, but came up short against Bosnia and Herzegovina....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourism-holds-steady-in-cyprus-despite-middle-east-tensions
Despite the ongoing unrest in the Middle East, Cyprus’ tourism sector is proving both vulnerable and resilient, as a surge in advance bookings acts as a safety net for hoteliers and travel operators....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eurobank-limassol-welcomed-the-1st-india-greece-cyprus-business-forum
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/politics-served-with-a-side-of-flaouna-karousos-vs-koumis-chartsiotis-dishes-blame-and-electra-fizzles
An all-out brawl on social media, right in the middle of the holy Easter days, between the President of the Famagusta Tourism Development Board and former Minister under Anastasiades' government, Yiannis Karousos, and the current Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-a-hit-with-polish-tourists-as-arrivals-reach-record-high
Cyprus is fast becoming a favorite getaway for Polish travelers, and 2024 has already smashed records. According to Deputy Tourism Minister Costas Koumis, over 337,000 visitors from Poland chose Cyprus as their holiday spot this year, the highest number ever recorded from the country....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaka-new-projects-new-energy-and-a-bright-outlook-for-its-tourism
Larnaka is on the verge of an exciting transformation. With its beautiful coastline, rich history, and growing modern developments, the city is becoming an increasingly attractive spot for tourists....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-sets-sights-on-year-round-tourism
Cyprus has long been known for its sun-drenched beaches and azure seas, but a new vision is emerging to transform the island into a full-time tourist destination within the next five years. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exciting-beyond-sea-and-sun-conference-to-shape-cyprus-tourism-future
Cyprus is gearing up for a pivotal event tomorrow, with the ''Beyond Sea and Sun'' conference set to bring together key players from the global tourism industry to discuss the future of the island's tourism sector.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/nicosia-aims-to-become-a-model-for-sustainable-tourism
Nicosia is positioning itself as a model for combining urban and rural tourism, offering a rich blend of cultural heritage, modern experiences, and sustainable development, according to Deputy Minister of Tourism, Costas Koumis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-joins-world-travel-market-in-london-with-55-exhibitors
Cyprus is present in this year's World Travel Market in London with 55 exhibitors. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-infrastructure-shines-as-med9-summit-boosts-tourism
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-lady-s-let-s-go-troodos-festival-draws-crowds-despite-rain
The ''Let’s Go Troodos!'' Festival, organized by First Lady Philippa Karsera Christodoulides, attracted large crowds on Saturday at the Presidential Residence in Troodos, marking the first time the venue opened to the public....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lot-polish-airlines-expand-routes-to-cyprus-for-2025
LOT Polish Airlines has announced the resumption of flights to Larnaca Airport, marking a significant return after a two-year hiatus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/top-cypriot-producers-honored-for-their-culinary-excellence
Ten Cypriot agri-food producers were honored at the 10th ''Gastronomos'' Quality Awards on Thursday evening, June 27, 2024. The event, held at the old Nicosia Town Hall, celebrated a decade of achievements in Cypriot gastronomy and the promotion of local products....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/900-tourists-in-cyprus-affected-by-fti-group-bankruptcy
Around 900 tourists who purchased travel packages from the German-based FTI Group, which has recently filed for bankruptcy, are currently in Cyprus, Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis said Tuesday....