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31. Venice to charge €5 entry fee to tackle over-tourism

Venice will become the first city in the world to charge day-trippers an entry fee in a determined bid to curb mass tourism, its tourism chief announced yesterday....

32. Tourism prospects in Cyprus under threat after attacks on Arab tourists

Two months ago, a group from the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, led by the Deputy Minister, visited the United Arab Emirates....

33. Tourism revenue soars to just over €1 billion in first half of 2023

Tourism revenue in Cyprus has seen a remarkable surge in the first half of this year. The latest data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat) reveals that revenue from tourism amounted to a staggering €1.09 billion. ...

34. Larnaca anticipates over 400,000 tourists this season

Mayor Andreas Vyras is optimistic about the numbers for the tourism season in Larnaca, expecting it to be over 400,000 visitors visiting the province alone....

35. Sky high escape as airline's 'adults only' zone takes off

Get ready to fly with an extra dose of tranquility! Corendon Airlines is soaring to new heights of innovation, introducing a cheekily named "Only Adult Zone" aboard select international flights. Hold onto your carry-ons, because this adults-only oasis is set to make its debut on the Amsterdam-Curaçao route starting November 3....

36. Tourist arrivals and revenue soar

An increase in both tourist arrivals and tourism revenue has been recorded in Cyprus this year, said Deputy Minister of Tourism, Kostas Koumis....

37. Finnish travelers take the lead in digital travel docs

The Finnish Border Guard has announced that Finns will be the first in the world to test digital travel documents starting from August 28....

38. AI's evolution highlighted at Digital Agenda

Artificial Intelligence (AI), the technological advancement that now impacts every aspect of human daily life, is a major theme at this year's Digital Agenda conference. ...

39. Cyprus Airways records a 70% surge in passenger numbers

Cyprus Airways announced on Monday that in July 2023 it carried 77,656 passengers, which is 70% more passengers than carried during July 2022....

40. AstroBank offers diverse properties for sale across Cyprus

AstroBank, a prominent financial institution in Cyprus, has unveiled an array of properties available for purchase across the country....

41. Cyprus and Lebanon forge a cultural connection

In a significant step towards enhancing cultural ties, Cyprus and Lebanon are joining hands for a two-day workshop centered around cultural heritage, diplomacy, and tourism. The event, scheduled for September 1st and 2nd, 2023, will take place in the picturesque Fikardou village....

42. Fuel tax cut to aid low incomes

The association called "Equality" is requesting a reduction in fuel taxes through a letter addressed to the Minister of Finance, Makis Keravnos....

43. Hotel employees get wage boost

The Council of Ministers convened earlier today to address key labor-related matters. One significant decision that emerged from the meeting was the approval of a higher minimum wage threshold for the hotel industry,...

44. City of Dreams Mediterranean partners with Cablenet

45. EuroAsia interconnector seeks alternative funding

The developer of the EuroAsia Interconnector is seeking alternative funding avenues to construct Cyprus' electricity interconnection with the European Union, following the European Investment Bank's rejection of a loan request. ...

46. Fattal Group acquires Grand Resort Hotel

The Israeli hospitality conglomerate, Fattal Hotel Group, is continuing its expansion in Cyprus by acquiring the five-star GrandResort hotel in Limassol, according to an announcement by Invest Cyprus. ...

47. Hotel bookings hit 95% in August, says PASYXE president

President of Cyprus Hotels Association (PASYXE) Thanos Michaelides has told CNA that the current tourist period is on a good track, however, the season must be over in order to assess the situation....

48. Sweden shines as Europe's top eco-friendly destination

Sweden is Europe’s most sustainable travel destination, the new Sustainable Travel Index for 2023 by Euromonitor International has shown....

49. Croatia tops the list for summer escapes

Croatia has recently gained considerable popularity as a top holiday escape for tourists around the world, particularly attracting the interest of travellers coming from Britain....

50. 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....

51. Cyprus tourism up 32%, upbeat outlook

Tourism in Cyprus has recorded a 32% increase this year compared to last year, according to Deputy Minister of Tourism Kostas Koumis....

52. 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, ...

53. Cyprus advances in US visa waiver but challenges persist

Robert Paschall, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Affairs at the US Department of Homeland Security, recently visited Cyprus and discussed the country's aspirations to join the Visa Waiver Program (VWP)....

54. Is there a need for radical changes in civil protection?

The catastrophic fire in Rhodes, a typical and unfortunate example of what is internationally referred to as a mega-fire - a fire that is extremely destructive to the local environment...

55. Cyprus hotels expect August rebound, 85%-90% occupancy forecasted

The occupancy of hotels in July was between 80%-85% and better results are expected for August, when occupancy rates could reach 85%-90% the Head of the Cyprus Hotels Association (PASYXE) Thanos Michaelides told the Cyprus News Agency....

56. Tourism sets record revenue with fewer arrivals

The latest data on tourism revenues for the month of May has brought encouraging news for the tourism sector, signaling positive effects on the Cypriot economy....

57. Jordan and EU strengthen energy ties via Cyprus

The desire for cooperation with Cyprus on the issue of Jordan's electricity connectivity with the EU was expressed by the Jordanian Minister of Energy during his meetings with the Cypriot Minister of Energy in Amman. ...

58. Ahoy Ayia Napa! Rhapsody of the Seas unleashes 3,000 tourists

Cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas, of the Royal Caribbean group, with 3,000 people onboard docked on Thursday in Ayia Napa Marina on the southeast coast of the island....

59.  Acropolis sets limits on visitors

Starting next month, the Greek government will implement new measures at the Acropolis of Athens, Greece's most famous archaeological site. ...

60. Free vacations in Rhodes for tourists affected by the fires

The Greek government, as announced by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, will offer a week of free vacations in Rhodes to all tourists who had to cut short their stay on the island due to the devastating fires that occurred there in the recent past....