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1. Cyprus poised to join U.S. Visa Waiver Program after key final steps

Cyprus is on the verge of joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, with just a few minor issues remaining to be addressed, according to a report by Dorita Yiannakou....

2. Airlines adding more flights to Greece for summer 2025

Greek and foreign airlines are increasing their routes to and from Athens and other top tourism destinations in Greece for the 2025 summer season by airlines that continue to identify more demand for the Greek tourism product....

3. Cyprus hits 2.16% US visa refusal rate

Cyprus is stepping closer to a big travel milestone: visa-free trips to the U.S. are becoming a real possibility! ...

4. 200 foreign companies and 1,200 new jobs in Cyprus in six months

Cyprus is experiencing a surge in foreign investment, with approximately 200 international companies establishing operations in the country during the first half of the year. ...

5. Limassol’s growth deserves equal support

Who is driving development projects in Limassol, and how far have they progressed? Who decides how state development funds are allocated, and based on what criteria?...

6. Government faces labor strikes as key sectors demand action

Cyprus is grappling with escalating labor unrest in its most crucial industries, as healthcare, construction, and tourism workers push for long-standing demands. ...

7. Geoeconomic tensions and Cyprus: Staying the course amid challenges ahead

Geoeconomic fragmentation, the reversal of progress towards global economic and financial integration due to political and military conflict and strategic policy decisions, is rising....

8. Cyprus court upholds tougher rules for 'glamping' projects

The Supreme Constitutional Court recently made a decision that has significant implications for luxury camping (glamping) and visitor farm projects in Cyprus. ...

9. Cyprus tourism hits new highs, October sets record

Tourism in Cyprus continues to shine in 2024, with arrivals nearing 3.73 million between January and October, marking a 4.6% annual increase. This figure also slightly surpasses the same period in 2019, a record-breaking year for Cypriot tourism, showing a 0.81% rise....

10. Paralimni-Deryneia officials shut down abandoned apartment complex

In a bold move to improve living conditions and protect its reputation, the Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia has shut down a derelict apartment complex that had become a danger to health and safety....

11. Kalopanagiotis and Pissouri named among World’s Best Tourist Villages for 2024

Two villages from Cyprus, Kalopanagiotis and Pissouri, have been recognized as among the best tourist destinations in the world for 2024 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)....

12. Florence cracks down on over tourism in historic city center

As millions of tourists flood Italy’s historic cities, Florence is stepping up efforts to manage the pressures of overtourism. With concerns mounting that the high visitor volume threatens the city’s cultural heritage and livability, ...

13. Athienou bus shelters showcase local embroidery art

The Municipality of Athienou and the Larnaca Tourism Development and Promotion Company have completed an artistic project that brings local cultural heritage to the streets. ...

14. Larnaca and Paphos airports to handle 17.5 million passengers annually

The deal to hand over Larnaca and Paphos airports to Hermes Airports Ltd is nearly sealed, as the company moves toward......

15. 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. ...

16. Saudi Arabia's Sindalah Island opens as year-round superyacht paradise

Tucked in the Red Sea, the new luxury island of Sindalah has officially opened, bringing high-end resorts, a yacht club, and a marina to Saudi Arabia's coastline. ...

17. Cyprus gains investor confidence as economic reforms and US ties bolster growth

International investors have shown sustained confidence in Cyprus’ economy and business ecosystem, recognizing the country as a stabilizing force in the region......

18. Cyprus achieves first A-level credit rating in major milestone

Scope Ratings has upgraded Cyprus's credit rating to A- from BBB+, marking the country's first A-level rating from a major credit agency....

19. Paphos airport will expand to boost capacity and modernize facilities

Hermes Airports has submitted a proposal to expand Paphos Airport to better accommodate rising passenger numbers and bring facilities up to modern standards....

20. Goodbye and thanks for all the halloumi!

I depart Cyprus after a little over two years as the British High Commissioner. What are my main reflections?...

21. President unveils €30 million plan to revitalize Troodos region

President Nikos Christodoulides has unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at revitalizing the Troodos mountainous region, with more than 20 major projects and policy actions set to be implemented. ...

22. Cyprus seeks to amend recovery plan amid project struggles

The Cyprus Recovery and Resilience Plan Directorate is currently working with the European Commission to make amendments to the Recovery and Resilience Plan. ...

23. Cyprus eyes direct flights to the U.S., aiming for new heights in tourism

Let’s accept that we may not solve everything, but we can aim to address some key issues. At the very least, we should lay the groundwork for their resolution....

24. Record tourist numbers for 2024, slightly surpassing pre-pandemic levels

Tourist arrivals in Cyprus reached 3.27 million between January and September 2024, marking a 4.2% increase compared to the same period in 2023, according to data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat)....

25. Cyprus' infrastructure shines as MED9 Summit boosts tourism

26. Calum Chace: How AI will change everything—Are we ready?

Calum Chace, a well-known expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI), recently took the stage at the Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit 2024 to share his insights into the future of AI and its impact on our world....

27. Protests rise against Barcelona's growing tourist influx

Barcelona is grappling with a surge in tourism that has led to rising tensions among locals. Iconic landmarks like Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, along with bustling streets like Las Ramblas, are attracting 170,000 visitors daily, according to city authorities. ...

28. Cyprus hosts European Commission President for MED9 Summit

President Nicos Christodoulides of the Republic of Cyprus welcomed Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, ...

29. Cyprus nears inclusion in U.S. Visa Waiver Program

Cyprus is progressing toward inclusion in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, a move expected to simplify travel for Cypriots while strengthening cooperation between the two nations in combating serious crime....

30. Cyprus worried about inflation as tensions rise between Israel and Iran

The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran could disrupt global energy supply chains, with Cyprus likely to feel the effects....