https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-fights-for-vital-air-links-as-eu-prepares-to-change-state-aid-rules
The government has submitted a detailed package of six proposals to Brussels in an effort to shield the island’s aviation network from upcoming changes to European state aid regulations....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mid-air-drama-on-cyprus-flight-ends-in-death-of-passenger
A 35-year-old man has died after a major mid-air disturbance on a Jet2 flight from Cyprus to Manchester, during which passengers and cabin crew reportedly had to restrain him....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cap-st-georges-hotel-resort-is-proud-to-announce-that-it-has-been-recognized-as-the-click-emea-2026-partner-spotlight
Click. EMEA 2026 Partner Spotlight Property among 1,000 hotels and resorts across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) by Booking.com, one of the world's leading travel platforms....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/why-more-people-are-travelling-for-experiences-not-just-a-break
For today's travelers, a trip is no longer simply about getting away for a few days. More and more, people are investing in experiences, personal growth, and memories that last long after they've returned home....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-keeps-flight-compensation-rules-in-place-after-13-year-deal
After more than a decade of negotiations, a long-running dispute over air passenger rights in the European Union is expected to finally conclude today in Brussels, with an agreement on updating the rules for air travelers....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-holiday-rental-prices-in-cyprus-rise-as-summer-demand-peaks
Cyprus’ short-term rental market is showing strong performance, with demand peaking this July and prices surging during the summer season....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/good-news-for-tourism-uk-and-us-ease-travel-advisories-for-cyprus
The summer season is getting off to an encouraging start for Cyprus' tourism industry, which has faced growing uncertainty in recent months due to the crisis and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/us-puts-cyprus-back-in-safest-travel-category
The United States has lowered its travel advisory for Cyprus to Level 1, the lowest risk category in its travel warning system, marking a return to normal after months of heightened concern linked to regional instability in the Middle East.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-hotels-set-for-packed-holiday-weekend-despite-slower-tourism-season
Hotels in Paphos are preparing for a busy Kataklysmos holiday weekend, with occupancy rates expected to climb above 90 percent as many Cypriots choose the coastal city for a short break....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/flight-delays-cancelled-trips-and-refunds-eu-rules-that-could-change-how-cypriots-travel
There is growing optimism that a breakthrough may finally be within reach in long-running EU negotiations to revise passenger rights in air travel....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-airways-teams-up-with-flydubai-as-president-heads-to-india
Cyprus Airways has finalized a partnership with Dubai-based low-cost carrier flydubai, according to information obtained by Kathimerini....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wizz-air-celebrates-22nd-birthday-with-1-000-000-sets-under-€22
Wizz Air is celebrating its 22nd anniversary with one of its biggest promotions ever, offering 1,000,000 seats for under €22 on selected routes across its network for just three days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/prudently-sparingly
The fact that the Cypriot economy is showing growth does not mean the government should be handing out money freely to everyone....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-shipping-booms-as-industry-hts-25-year-high
Cyprus’ shipping industry is reaching new highs, with the country strengthening its position as one of the world’s major maritime hubs at a time when global trade and regional instability continue reshaping international shipping routes....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/german-tourist-wins-nearly-€1-000-after-losing-daily-battle-for-pool-loungers-in-greece
A German tourist has been awarded nearly €1,000 after a court ruled that constant competition for poolside loungers ruined his family holiday in Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ryanair-to-shut-down-thessaloniki-base-in-dispute-over-airport-fees
Low-cost airline Ryanair is preparing to close its operational base at Thessaloniki’s Macedonia Airport, according to reports in Greek media, in a move that could affect hundreds of workers and reshape flight connections in northern Greece....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/airlines-slash-millions-of-seats-as-fuel-fears-shake-global-travel
Airlines around the world are cutting flights, shrinking schedules, and scrambling to save fuel as growing concerns over global fuel supplies begin to hit the aviation industry.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-risk-to-cyprus-from-suspected-hantavirus-cases-linked-to-cruise-ship
Health authorities say there is no current risk linked to a suspected hantavirus incident reported on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, according to infectious disease specialist Kostas Constantinou....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-tourism-slumps-as-british-demand-drops-and-bookings-fall-60
The main source of tourism for Cyprus is weakening this year. British travelers, who make up the country’s largest tourism market, are showing hesitation and caution because of geopolitical instability in the Eastern Mediterranean. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-arrested-in-fake-migrant-entry-permit-scheme
Police have arrested four people in connection with an alleged operation that provided forged entry permits to foreign nationals. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eu-issues-final-warning-to-cyprus-over-delayed-aviation-climate-rules
The European Commission has issued a formal "reasoned opinion" to Cyprus, marking a final legal warning over the government's failure to transpose critical EU aviation climate laws....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-and-hts-launch-disruption-assistance-supporting-passengers-from-delays-starting-at-two-hours
Wizz Air, a leading airline in Central and Eastern Europe, and HTS, a leading global travel technology platform, today announced a partnership to integrate a new solution to help customers navigate disruptions on wizzair.com and the Wizz Air app. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/sky-masters-appointed-general-sales-agent-of-dan-air-in-cyprus
We are pleased to announce that as of April 2026, Sky Masters has been appointed as the General Sales Agent (GSA) of DAN AIR in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-simple-fix-for-a-dangerous-housing-reality
On Holy Saturday, an aging apartment building collapsed, costing two people their lives. Tragic. The Minister of the Interior met with the President and a delegation from the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber to discuss dangerous buildings and possible steps to manage these risks more effectively. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/airfares-set-to-surge-this-summer-as-united-hikes-prices-and-lufthansa-slashes-flights
If you’re planning a summer getaway, brace yourself; flying is about to get more expensive and a lot less predictable....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/u-s-tells-americans-to-leave-iraq-immediately-amid-rising-security-threats
The United States is urging its citizens in Iraq to leave the country immediately, warning of growing security threats and the risk of new attacks targeting Americans....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus–greece-ferry-returns-for-summer-with-upgrades-and-pet-friendly-cabins
Just in time for summer, the Cyprus–Greece ferry link is gearing up for a fresh season...and this year, it’s getting a noticeable upgrade....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tourism-slump-hits-famagusta-as-april-hotel-occupancy-drops-by-40
Hotel occupancy in the Famagusta district has dropped sharply this April, with local officials estimating a decline of around 40%, reflecting uncertainty affecting Cyprus’s tourism sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thousands-already-blocked-as-eu-border-system-enters-first-day-of-full-rollout
A newly implemented European border control system has already led to thousands of travelers being refused entry, with authorities also flagging hundreds of individuals as potential security risks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-27-000-mile-ride-that-redefined-one-cypriot-s-sense-of-home-video
A Greek-Cypriot traveler, Nikos Leontis, spent over a year riding across continents on a motorbike, covering roughly 44,000 kilometers (about 27,000 miles). What began as a demanding overland expedition from Greece and Cyprus into Africa gradually turned into something more meaningful; an exploration of identity and human connection....
