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91. First Greek Cypriot who settled in occupied area has passed away 

Yeni Dusen reported on Tuesday that the "first Greek Cypriot to settle in the northern part of Cyprus" since 1974 had passed away....

92. The plan to bring in more German tourists

In a trip organized by the FTI Group and Meeting Point, German travel agents recently visited the island and discovered increased demand for Cyprus....

93. Nicosia backs new Israeli foreign minister

Cypriot Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulides has congratulated his Israeli counterpart who took office this week ahead of anticipated big news in Israeli-Arab relations that do not leave Nicosia unaffected...

94. The Commission is pushing for regulation of Airbnb-style lodgings

As part of its efforts to promote transparency in the short-term rental sector, the Commission adopted on Monday a proposal for the regulation to improve transparency and assist public authorities in ensuring the sector's balanced development in the context of sustainable tourism....

95. Self check-in and robots - the future of tourism in Cyprus

96. Aegean and Emirates announce codeshare partnership

Emirates and AEGEAN announce the launch of a codeshare partnership, enabling their passengers to benefit from increased connectivity and travel to eight domestic Greek destinations via Athens, with a single ticket....

97. Sides react ‘as usual’ after Council renews UNFICYP

The Security Council on Thursday unanimously adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus, one of UN’s longest-running peacekeeping missions, drawing different reactions as usually from both sides on the divided island...

98. Minister urges traveling Cypriots to fly off-peak

Cypriots are being asked to postpone summer travel during the pick season in order to ‘help not only themselves but also the airlines and airports,' after a crisis in the aviation industry made a crash landing in Europe...

99. Here's why Volkswagen Beetles now cost $600,000

German outfit Milivié Design is offering restored and modernized versions of the original VW Bug for $600,000, but there's a reason for the hefty price tag....

100. It's full steam ahead for the Cyprus-Greece ferry

Preparations are on overdrive for the first ferry round-trip on Sunday between Cyprus and Greece after 21 long years, according to the shipping line coordinating the route....

101. Hezbollah issues warning as Greek company goes deep

Tensions are rising in the eastern Mediterranean as a dispute previously thought to have been resolved between Israel and Lebanon was back on the agenda when a statement from Greek company Energean touched a nerve with Hezbollah...

102. Health Minister to propose lifting of indoor mask requirement as of June 1st

Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantela is expected to present a proposal to the Council of Ministers on Friday regarding the lifting of the face mask requirement indoors, with the exception of high-risk premises such as closed structures, homes for the elderly and other centers hosting vulnerable people, according to sources from the Ministry of Health....

103. Majority of scientists in Cyprus in favor of suspending indoor mask requirement

Scientists in Cyprus favor suspending the requirement to wear face masks in indoor areas, except in high-risk areas such as hospitals and closed structures, according to the Ministry of Health....

104. Finland and Sweden formally apply to join NATO

Finland and Sweden formally applied to join the NATO alliance on Wednesday, a decision spurred by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but face objections from Turkey to an accession process that is expected to take only a few weeks....

105. 'Grave mistake' if Finland and Sweden join NATO

Russia has told Finland and Sweden that their decision to join the Nato military alliance is a serious mistake with far-reaching consequences and that they should not assume that Moscow will not respond....

106. Half a million tourists from the US expected to visit Greece this year

Never before has Greece had half a million tourists from the United States in one year, or more than 60 direct weekly flights between the US and Athens, Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias told Skai Radio, adding that the government expects significant revenues from the sector in 2022....

107. Cyprus and EU economies facing a 'twin problem' following the war in Ukraine

The EU and Cyprus economies are facing a “twin problem” of rising commodity and energy prices and heightened uncertainty following the invasion of Russia in Ukraine, according to discussions held by the Nicosia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the European Investment Bank (EIB)....

108. Evalena Beach Hotel in Protaras to open its doors to Ukrainian refugees

The Evalena beach hotel in Protaras will open its doors to war refugees from Ukraine, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Tourism. Refugees from Ukraine are entitled to free accommodation at this hotel until April 30, 2022....

109. Nikki Beach Easter Special

Welcome Spring with Easter deals among the verdant grounds and tranquil coastline of Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Porto Heli, at the tip of the Argolis Peninsula. ...

110. Now you can learn how to paint an icon, weave a basket or make halloumi for free!

The Deputy Ministry of Tourism has announced a plan to offer people the opportunity to participate in workshops promoting crafts that are part of the country’s Intangible Cultural Heritage....

111. Fly a kite, have a picnic or join a carnival party!

Before you expiate, celebrate! Here are just some things you can do this weekend to celebrate Green Monday. Of course, you can go traditional by flying a kite ahead of a picnic, but you can also make the most of the weekend by dressing up and joining one of the many carnival parties in Limassol. Either way, it's sure to be a fun long weekend. Here are just a few of the fun things you can do....

112. Cypriot MEP sticks out for not supporting Ukraine vote

A Cypriot MEP has drawn criticism from colleagues for not supporting a vote to accept Ukraine’s EU application, with the member from the left saying he condemned the Russian campaign but was against Europe taking part in NATO expansion...

113. Hit the live shows this weekend!

What's winter without live music, delicious food and alcohol?...

114. 8 special ways to celebrate Valentine's Day

Love means never having to say you're sorry, especially on Valentine's Day when expectations are high!...

115. Cozy up to some good food and live music this weekend!

Forget the rain! Here are some gems that will help you beat the winter blues...

116. Britain: COVID travel restrictions are being scrapped

The COVID travel restrictions imposed by the government are being scrapped....

117. Washington bows out of East Med gas pipeline

Washington implicitly clarified in a statement on Monday that it did not support an ambitious East Med gas pipeline project, following a Twitter storm sparked by Greek media reports on a non-paper expressing American reservations about the plan...

118. State Department affirms commitment to 3+1 mechanism of EastMed natural gas project

Following reports of US reservations over the financial and environmental sustainability of the EastMed natural gas pipeline project, a State Department spokesman has affirmed Washington’s commitment to the 3+1 regional alliance scheme (Cyprus, Greece, Israel plus the US), while emphasizing that Europe’s energy independence is a key national security issue....

119. Run, run Rudolph...to the first Christmas pop-up bar in Larnaca

Cocktails and lively music, who can resist?...

120. Why not take a subsidized holiday in beautiful Cyprus?

The Ministry of Tourism, after the approval of the Council of Ministers, announces the extension of the duration of the Domestic Tourism Support Plan for the period from December 1, 2021 until March 31, 2022....