https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-boarding-method-to-save-time-and-money
Airlines have long grappled with the challenges of efficient boarding, a process that often leads to travelers standing in lengthy queues both outside and inside the aircraft....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rain-and-sunshine-expected
Today's weather promises a mix of conditions, keeping residents and travelers on their toes. According to the Meteorological Service, isolated showers and the possibility of brief thunderstorms are anticipated, primarily in mountainous regions, the interior, and the northeast....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/prada-s-cosmic-couture-luxury-designer-to-create-fashion-forward-space-suits
Nasa astronauts will be flying in style, with luxury fashion designer Prada helping design space suits for the 2025 Moon mission....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bedbugs-threaten-2024-olympics-in-paris
In recent weeks, a concerning surge of bedbugs has been reported not only in Paris but also in several other French cities....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/aegean-airlines-expands-winter-routes-for-23-24-season
Aegean Airlines is set to offer its largest-ever route program for the upcoming winter season, introducing 18 new routes to 14 different countries. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/island-braces-for-thunderstorms
The Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for today, effective from 10 AM until 6 PM, indicating potential weather disruptions on the horizon....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/torrential-downpour-hits-nicosia-limassol-highway
On Monday afternoon (2/10), an unexpected heavy shower swept across Cyprus, with torrential rain drenching the city of Nicosia. The downpour resulted in significant water accumulation, particularly along the Nicosia-Limassol motorway, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/€5-600-in-funding-for-tourism-enterprises
In celebration of World Tourism Day, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry reaffirms its commitment to supporting Cypriot tourism businesses on their journey toward sustainability.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-welcomes-most-tourists-among-eu-countries-with-91-of-visitors-from-abroad
In 2022, the EU received 45.8% of all international tourism arrivals in the world, despite representing 3.0% of the world's land area and 5.6% of the world's population, according to the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) shared by Eurostat on the occasion of World Tourism Day (27 September)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/just-a-breath-away-from-a-new-tourism-record
Hermes Airports statistics reveal that August achieved an unprecedented milestone in air traffic, with a total of 1.516 million passengers. When examining this figure in terms of arrivals and tourist arrivals, it amounts to 511,387 arrivals. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/singapore-s-changi-airport-revolutionizes-no-passport-travel
Travel at one of the world's best airports is about to become even smoother next year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drunk-passenger-shoves-policeman-at-larnaca-airport
In a startling incident that unfolded at Larnaca Airport on Thursday (14/09), a disruptive passenger created havoc, leaving authorities and onlookers stunned. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/step-up-weigh-in-korean-air-weighs-passengers-for-safety
Starting Monday, passengers flying on Korean Air may be asked to step on a scale before boarding their flight.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/southern-europe-shines-as-affordable-summer-haven
In an analysis by Allianz Research, holidays in southern European countries retain their cost advantage over other "competitive" summer destinations worldwide, despite rising expenses. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/miss-cypriot-beauty-1971-a-journey-through-time
"This fabric is an old curtain from Ledra Palace," she says, caressing the covering tenderly that she uses to cover her sofa, in a cool, oasis-like elevation within her elegant home in Kato Arodes, Paphos. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/wizz-air-hits-milestone-with-6-million-passengers-at-larnaca-airport
Low-cost - airline Wizz Air, celebrated the successful transportation of six million passengers to and from the airport of Larnaka, Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/tourism-revenue-up-by-over-40
A significant increase of 40.7% on an annual basis was recorded in tourism revenue, based on the results of the Traveler Survey of the Cyprus Statistical Service....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trump-furious-over-misinformation-on-eu-travel-requirements
Recent media misinformation and fake news claiming that American citizens will have to obtain a visa to travel to the European Union in 2024 have reached former United States President Donald Trump....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/europe-dominates-7-10-searched-summer-getaways
The European destinations continue to have the highest travel interest this summer, while Asia Pacific has experienced a surge in popularity, a recent research by Skift has revealed, showing the ten most searched destinations for travel in the summer of 2023 is led by Bangkok, Thailand....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/amsterdam-crowned-ultimate-tourist-hotspot-in-europe
Amsterdam has been announced as Europe’s best capital city destination to visit as a tourist in 2023, leaving behind popular destinations like Rome, Paris, and London....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-eases-residency-rules-for-travelers
The Spanish authorities have announced that foreigners holding the country’s temporary residence permits will no longer be subject to strict rules as before....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/are-european-cruise-amenities-overrated
The beauty of European cruises has been so inviting for thousands of tourists every year, promising an unforgettable experience of traveling around the continent, which is so diverse and breathtaking....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-wildfires-lead-to-flight-cancellations
Raging wildfires on the Greek island of Rhodes have sparked the evacuation of around 2,000 tourists from its resorts....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greece-tops-billionaires-mediterranean-getaways
Greece is this year's number one destination for billionaires in the Mediterranean, surpassing Italy, which traditionally was their top choice. However, according to the travel planners for the 1%, billionaires no longer want to go to Mykonos....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/americans-to-require-visas-for-eu-in-2024
United States passport holders have long traveled throughout most of the world without having to worry about visa applications: American travelers currently have visa-free access to 184 destinations worldwide,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ireland-and-cyprus-buck-the-trend-as-passport-stamping-continues-amid-ees-implementation
Ireland and Cyprus will continue stamping travelers' passports despite the planned implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES) in the European Union by the end of this year or the beginning of next year....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tourism-to-drop-by-10-in-the-mediterranean
According to tourism agencies and experts, the high summer temperatures in Southern Europe could permanently change tourist habits, with more travelers choosing more relaxed destinations or taking their vacations in spring or autumn to avoid excessive heat.
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