https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/one-to-three-star-hotels-dominate-greece-s-accommodations
Three in four Greek hotels belong in lower categories of one to three stars, representing 50% of the country’s total capacity in terms of rooms, according to data from the Institute of Tourism Research and Forecasts (ITEP) of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-kick-out-israeli-teams-sparks-city-uproar
In a surprising turn of events, the Police's refusal to greenlight three crucial football matches for Maccabi Haifa and Maccabi Tel Aviv at the AEK Arena has sparked outrage among Larnaca's key players....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/surging-airbnb-revenues-by-27-in-occupied-territories
For 2022 alone, there has been a 27% increase in Airbnb income in the occupied territories, with the annual amount per accommodation reaching 24 thousand....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israelis-find-sanctuary-in-greece-and-cyprus
As the conflict with Hamas in Gaza intensifies, a growing number of Israeli citizens are seeking refuge in Greece and Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-launches-special-unit-for-human-trafficking-victims-in-anti-trafficking-effort
The Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare in Cyprus has introduced a new unit dedicated to managing human trafficking victims. This unit operates from a shelter in Nicosia designed to aid victims of sexual exploitation but extends its services across the entire island....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/iconic-mountain-resort-set-to-regain-its-former-glory
The extensive restoration project of the historic Berengaria Hotel is currently underway, with plans for the iconic hotel to reopen its doors in 2026....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourists-spend-over-€1-5-billion-setting-new-high
The most recent data from the Statistical Service regarding tourism revenues are confirming expectations, as expressed by Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis in a recent interview with "K". It appears that this year could potentially set a new record for tourism revenues....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/€9-5-million-tourism-investment-shaping-paralimni-s-future
In a significant development within the Famagusta province, specifically in the municipality of Paralimni, a noteworthy €9.5 million investment project is currently underway in the tourism sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€5-600-in-funding-for-tourism-enterprises
In celebration of World Tourism Day, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirms its commitment to supporting Cypriot tourism businesses on their journey toward sustainability.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-welcomes-most-tourists-among-eu-countries-with-91-of-visitors-from-abroad
In 2022, the EU received 45.8% of all international tourism arrivals in the world, despite representing 3.0% of the world's land area and 5.6% of the world's population, according to the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) shared by Eurostat on the occasion of World Tourism Day (27 September)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-landmark-tipped-to-become-holistic-wellness-destination
MHV, in partnership with Marriott International, Inc., has announced that The Landmark Nicosia Hotel will join the Autograph Collection Hotels. The hotel is set to reopen in late 2024 under the name "The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection," marking the first Cyprus hotel to be part of this prestigious collection....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banks-to-prioritize-elderly-and-disabled-clients
Starting from next Monday, September 25th, bank branches in Cyprus will be introducing a new priority service policy aimed at benefiting individuals with disabilities and those aged 75 and above, as announced by the Association of Banks of Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/90-winter-flight-schedule-boosts-tourism-hopes
Airlines based in Cyprus are planning to operate 90% of their flights during the upcoming winter season, as revealed by Maria Kouroupi, the Director of Communications and Marketing at Hermes Airports, in an interview with "K." ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/extended-park-ride-hours-for-nicosia-commuters
The "Park & Ride" service will have extended operating hours starting next Monday, September 18. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/fattal-group-acquires-yet-another-holiday-property-in-cyprus
The facelift at Elias Latsi Holiday Village Resort is progressing smoothly, thanks to the recent positive response from the Environmental Authority....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/when-technical-woes-extend-your-roman-holiday
Passengers of a Cyprus Airways flight, initially scheduled to arrive in Cyprus on August 29th, will finally touch down on the island at around 1800 local time due to a technical glitch that kept them marooned in Rome....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/tourism-s-dynamic-future-adapting-to-change-from-within
It's something we've heard many times from tourism authorities, that 2019 should no longer be used as a point of reference for tourism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/luxurious-residences-and-cutting-edge-offices-transform-nicosia-s-skyline
After being closed for two years, the Landmark Hotel, formerly known as the Hilton, is undergoing rapid renovation. The MHV Group, the owner, has provided an update indicating that the project is progressing swiftly according to the plan, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/growing-up-in-refugee-camps
The painful experience of being violently uprooted, the worry about finding temporary shelter until they could return home, and the hardships faced in refugee camps – which turned into months and even years – are deeply etched in the memories and hearts of the refugees....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/are-european-cruise-amenities-overrated
The beauty of European cruises has been so inviting for thousands of tourists every year, promising an unforgettable experience of traveling around the continent, which is so diverse and breathtaking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2-000-people-rescued-from-rhodes-beaches
About 2,000 people have been evacuated by sea from two beaches in Rhodes, Fire Service spokesman Yannis Artopios said Saturday evening. He said the evacuation took place “without incident.”...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/varosha-hotels-now-accepting-bookings-for-2025
The latest developments in Varosha have been brought to light by Yeni Bakis newspaper. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/the-holiday-scam-protecting-yourself-when-booking-online
An increasing number of individuals are opting to plan their vacations online, a trend that, as observed in previous years, carries potential risks and pitfalls. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/surge-in-fraudulent-accommodation-scams-targets-holidaymakers
The director of the Electronic Crime Sub-Directorate, Andreas Anastasiades, has issued a warning about a surge in fraudulent activities where criminals are posing as tenants or owners of houses, apartments, and hotels....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/pentecost-weekend-to-boost-tourism-in-protaras
Last-minute reservations are typical for the Pentecost long weekend, as described by tourism professionals....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/turkish-cypriot-entrepreneur-purchases-hotels-in-closed-famagusta
Yeni Bakis reported today that a Turkish Cypriot entrepreneur claims to have purchased three hotels and two floors of apartment buildings from their Greek Cypriot proprietors in the closed Famagusta. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bookings-for-cyprus-countryside-accommodation-rise-during-easter-holidays
According to official data released by the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, bookings for countryside accommodation in Cyprus increased during the Easter holiday season....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/easter-holiday-boosts-air-travel-in-cyprus-by-26
April will kick off the summer tourist season with satisfactory arrivals and hotel occupancies for the Easter period. Since last week, demand for travel has started to rise from foreign tourists, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-short-term-rental-bookings-rebound-in-2022-but-still-below-2019-levels
Eurostat, the statistical service of the EU, reported that during the fourth quarter of 2022 (Q4 2022), short-term rental accommodations booked through platforms like Airbnb, Booking, Expedia Group, or TripAdvisor were in high demand, with guests spending around 97 million nights in such accommodations across the EU. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/death-toll-tops-17-000-as-hopes-fade-for-survivors
Rescuers pulled more survivors from beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings Thursday but hopes were starting to fade of finding many more people alive more than three days after catastrophic earthquakes and a series of aftershocks hit Turkey and Syria, killing more than 17,000....
