https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-is-open-for-business-and-china-s-buying
As US President Donald Trump builds barriers to Chinese trade, Cyprus is throwing open the gates...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-hotels-in-need-of-staff
Hotel owners are having difficulty in finding staff, due to a number of disagreements with union workers but also immigration rules that put many restrictions on foreign students who are willing to work....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/legislation-in-the-works-to-tax-airbnb-rentals-in-cyprus
Home owners who rent out their properties through Airbnb will have to pay taxes if a new law is passed in the Republic of Cyprus, but this may not be enough for tourism stakeholders who have been calling for more restrictions on the online service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/buying-greek-property-makes-sense
Investor confidence in the real estate market’s prospects and the notion that prices have completed their downward cycle has prompted more property acquisitions...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-recovery-is-being-recognised-by-international-agencies
Fitch does not currently anticipate developments with a high likelihood of leading to a downgrade...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/achna-council-pushes-for-crocodile-park
The Achna local council agreed this week to the construction of a controversial crocodile park, despite admitting that local residents did not have a chance to raise any objection. A hearing scheduled for April 27 could be the only chance residents have to raise any concerns....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/nicosia-conference-will-stand-up-evidence-on-climate-change
There is now overwhelming scientific evidence that climate is changing because of human activities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/london-believes-the-cyprus-peace-process-should-start-sooner-than-later
British High Commissioner says "whatever is going to happen should start to happen quickly because after such a long delay since last summer and with other things that are happening, the world is not waiting"...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-registers-record-number-of-tourists-in-march
Tourist arrivals in March rocketed 36.4%...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourists-not-scared-off-by-syria-attack
Cyprus remains a secure European destination with no flight schedule to and from Cyprus having been affected due to the recent military activity concerning Syria...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/celebrating-israel-s-70th-independence-day-in-cyprus
The significant natural gas reserves in the Eastern Mediterranean offer much potential for joint ventures and commercial growth...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/commission-extends-greece-s-visa-at-the-gate-scheme-for-turks
The European Commission on Wednesday approved a one-year extension to a special visa agreement between Greece and Turkey that allows Turks who want to visit seven Greek islands to apply for a visa directly at their destination....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/revenue-from-tourism-spikes-8-5-in-january
In January 2018 a decrease of 20.1% was recorded in the expenditure per person of tourists from the UK...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tsipras-looking-to-rein-in-hawkish-defence-minister
According to a senior official, the incendiary rhetoric “is not needed” at a time when Greece is trying to de-escalate tension with Turkey...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/southeast-asia-s-idyllic-islands-buckle-under-tourism-strain
Airports have become chaotic, hotels are being thrown up hastily with little regard for safety and sanitation...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-solution-is-the-only-way-forward-for-cyprus
The Cyprus issue is not a dice roll, but the dilemma that Cypriots once had – either we solve it or we stay as is – is no longer valid...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/oil-and-gas-tanks-on-the-way-out
The oil refineries will be out of the picture before the decade is out based on a decision during a meeting at the Presidential Palace....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/hirokitia-raises-its-game
Chirokitia, one of the most ancient sites in the world, has been inducted into the new Larnaca tourist map, with officials hoping that other villages will step up to showcase their unique character....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/bad-loans-still-high-despite-fast-economic-growth
Cyprus' economic growth has been supported by construction, tourism and professional services...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nissi-beach-among-world-s-best-on-instagram
Ayia Napa may be struggling to rebrand itself, but its many white-sand beaches need no introduction as Nissi Beach is among the world’s top 50 on Instagram just in time for summer holidays plans. The mayor, who says he wants to improve the town's image, has welcomed the new achievement. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ryanair-s-jordan-schedule-takes-off-from-paphos
There is a four times weekly service from Paphos to Amman ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/ayia-napa-moves-ahead-with-golf-course
The construction of a golf course in Ayia Napa is moving ahead, trying to raise the profile of a resort town desperately trying to rebrand its tourist product. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/study-examines-cypriot-consumer-habits
The majority of Cypriots prefer dining out over engaging in cultural activities, according to a recent survey, which also points to views that retail will pick it back up again but consumers also expect costs to rise. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/britain-urged-to-prioritise-travel-in-brexit-talks-to-help-create-jobs
The WTTC predicts tourism could create around 400,000 new jobs in Britain over the next 10 years...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/crete-among-best-world-destinations
TripAdvisor hailed Crete for its rich archaeological and mythological history that’s reflected in its ancient ruins and cultural attractions...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/ayia-napa-is-not-the-new-monte-carlo
In order to improve the image and quality of Ayia Napa, the real perpetrator has to be identified because a crime has been committed in the area and the culprit is our very own greedy, pretentious attitude....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourist-arrivals-spike-23-4-in-february
Tourist arrivals have hit record highs in every month since March 2017
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/passport-control-with-no-questions-asked
Passengers using Larnaca and Paphos airports in Cyprus will have a new, automated way to go through passport control this summer, without having to stare at an official. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ayia-napa-mayor-says-boorish-tourists-unwelcome
Tour operators have been asked not to bring misbehaving vacationers to Ayia Napa...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/moody-s-sees-robust-economic-recovery-helping-cypriot-banks
It expects that banks will continue to make progress on restructuring troubled loans and selling real-estate collateral...
