Tourist Season : Cypriots prepare for the tourist season to begin at the end of March and run through to November. Outside of these months the island is quieter with some businesses taking a winter break.

Status: Independent Republic of Cyprus with president as its head of state.
The northern part of the island is occupied by Turkey since 1974.

Area: The third largest island in the Mediteranean with an area of 3572 sq. miles (9251 sq. kms).

Population: The population in the republic is approximately 625,000.

Language: Greek is the main language. English is widely spoken.

Religion: Greek Orthodox. Other denominations provide regular services in the main towns.

Main Cities: Nicosia, the capital; Larnaca; Limassol; Paphos; Ayia Napa.

Local time: GMT + two hours.

Climate: Long mediterranean dry summers (mid-May to mid-October) and mild winters with some rain and snow in the Troodos Mountains.

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General Information

Electricity: 240 volts; sockets 13 amp square pin.
Banks: These provide all banking services and accept all major cards. Automatic exchange 24 hours machines operate in all major towns. Opening hours are: Sept-June, Mon-Fri 08.30-12.30; July-Sept, Mon-Fri 08.15-12.30. In tourist areas special branches provide afternoon service.
Currency (click here for current exchange rate): The currency is the Euro.
Shopping: Most shops open all day (8am-6pm). Wednesday is half day for most shops. Saturday close time is 1pm. Modern supermarkets, chemists and other shops cater for all needs.
Medical facilties: Care is met through national Health run general hospitals in all resort towns. Emergencies for tourists are free. In addition there are private clinics which cater for all medical needs at a charge. Make sure that you carry your insurance policy with you. Some chemists remain open all night on a rota basis.
Communication: Cyprus telephone and postal system are highly efficient. Local English language papers as those from Britain are widely available. The BBC World Service is well received on the radio and satellite TV, so you'll always keep up with the latest news.

OUR LATEST NEWS
02:05:08
New features within the apartment include 3 + 2 seater leather sofa and a 32" flat screen TV.
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25:04:08
A big thank you to all our clients for their recent bookings. A few weeks still available for this year. 2009 is available to book now
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SKY TV has been added to our satellite connection so you can now keep up with many of your favourite soaps even when you are on holiday!!
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19:09:05
Three new quality restaurants and two new bars now open within walking distance from our apartment. See Our Recommendations for more details. We have also just installed a DVD player in the apartment if you prefer a quiet night in.
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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
"Had an excellent time in 108, apartment is perfectly located for everything you want to do - could have done with a few more weeks to fit everything in though - We will be back - Yiammas"
Shona, Julie, Gillian, Donna, Christine, & Amanda
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CYPRUS WEATHER
For information on the Cyprus weather and climate go to this link.

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CYPRUS NEWS
For up-to-date news and views from Cyprus click here to go to the Cyprus Weekly website and here to view the Cyprus Mail website.
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USEFUL LINKS
Here are a few links which you should find very useful when planning your trip to our apartment in Paphos.
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