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The best autumn colour in the Troodos is in the river valleys rather than on the pine-covered peaks: plane and alder trees along the…
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The best autumn colour in the Troodos is in the river valleys rather than on the pine-covered peaks: plane and alder trees along the…
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Halloumi is a semi-hard, salty Cypriot cheese that does not melt, which makes it ideal for grilling, while feta is softer, crumblier and…
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The best day trips from Limassol are Kourion and the Cyprus Wine Museum in Erimi to the west, the Krasochoria and Commandaria wine…
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The traditional Cypriot dishes to try first are meze, halloumi, souvla, sheftalia, kleftiko, koupepia, kolokasi, tavas, Pitsilia lountza…
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If you fancy a treat this Christmas, Cyprus's top hotels run festive dinners, long Christmas Day lunches, afternoon teas and New Year's…
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Black Friday in Cyprus falls on Friday 27 November 2026 and Cyber Monday on 30 November, but many retailers run offers for the whole week…
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Finding work in Cyprus is easiest for EU/EFTA citizens (and UK nationals covered by the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement), while third-country…
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Pilates is a low-impact method of exercise that builds core strength, posture and control, done either on a mat or on a spring-loaded…
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International schools in Cyprus are concentrated in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos, and most follow a British curriculum, with a…
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For Christmas decorations in Cyprus, the big choice is at IKEA in Strovolos, Superhome Center's six stores in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca…
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For sourdough in Cyprus, go to Honest Bread on Athalassas Avenue in Nicosia or Nomad Bread & Coffee in Limassol. For French bread and…
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Most international schools in Cyprus follow a British-style curriculum leading to IGCSEs at 16 and A levels at 18, and most also award the…
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To build a house on your own plot in Cyprus you need a planning permit and then a building permit, both now issued by the District…
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For most expats in Cyprus, renting first and buying later makes sense. Buying pays off if you will stay at least five to seven years, can…
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You can buy bikes from specialist shops in every city in Cyprus, from Bikes4You and AWOL in Nicosia to WAY Bikes in Limassol and Bike Club…
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In Cyprus, an employer who dismisses you after at least 26 weeks' continuous service must give written notice of 1 to 8 weeks, depending…
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