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Buying a Boat in Cyprus: Registration, Licences, Costs and Insurance (2026)
To own and use a boat in Cyprus you need it registered (in Cyprus with the Shipping Deputy Ministry, or in another state's registry), an…
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The practical side of daily life in Cyprus: getting around, shopping, opening hours and public holidays, staying safe and building a social life.
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Coffee Delivery in Cyprus: How It Works and the Apps to Use
In Cyprus you can have a single freddo espresso, frappé or even a Cypriot coffee delivered to your home or office through the Wolt, Foody…
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Living
Clocks Go Back in Cyprus on 25 October 2026: What Changes
Cyprus returns to winter time in the early hours of Sunday 25 October 2026: at 04:00 summer time (EEST, UTC+3) the clocks go back to 03:00…
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Living
Getting Ready for Halloween in Cyprus: Where to Buy Costumes, Make-up and Decorations (2026)
For Halloween 2026 (Saturday 31 October), the easiest places to find costumes, wigs, masks and face paint in Cyprus are carnival…
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Living
Crossing to the North of Cyprus as a Resident: Checkpoints, Documents and Car Insurance
Residents of the Republic of Cyprus can cross to the north at nine official crossing points, two of them in central Nicosia for…
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Golf in Cyprus: Courses, Green Fees and Memberships
Cyprus has five international-standard 18-hole golf courses: Aphrodite Hills (PGA National Cyprus), Secret Valley, Eléa and Minthis in the…
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Padel in Cyprus: Where to Play, Prices and How to Start
Padel is a doubles racket sport played on an enclosed court about 20 by 10 metres, and it has become one of the fastest-growing sports in…
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Living
The Expat's Guide to Building a Social Network in Cyprus
The quickest way to make friends in Cyprus is to join something that meets every week: a sports club, a running or hiking group, a choir,…
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Cyprus Weather Month by Month: Temperatures, Rain and Sea by Town
Cyprus has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, with around 3,300 hours of sunshine a year. On the coast, daytime highs average about…
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Living
Weather Warnings in Cyprus: Heatwaves, Dust, Storms and How to Stay Safe
The Cyprus Department of Meteorology issues yellow, orange and red warnings for extreme heat, heavy rain and thunderstorms, strong winds…
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Living
Hiring a Housekeeper or Domestic Worker in Cyprus: Types, Costs and Process (2026)
In Cyprus you can get help at home in three main ways: an hourly cleaner (about €7–€12 an hour privately, €12–€18 through a cleaning…
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Living · Limassol
Why Expats Love Living in Limassol: A Mediterranean Dream
Limassol is Cyprus's second-largest city, a coastal hub of about 240,000 people (2021) between Larnaca and Paphos airports. It combines…
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Winter in Cyprus: What the Weather Is Really Like and How to Stay Warm
Winter in Cyprus (December to February) is mild and often sunny by day, with coastal highs of 17–19°C, but nights drop to about 8–11°C on…
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Living
Living in Cyprus: Understanding Time, Working Hours, and National Holidays
Cyprus uses Eastern European Time (EET, GMT+2) and changes its clocks on the last Sundays of March and October. Government offices open…
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Public Transport in Cyprus: Getting Around
Cyprus has no train or metro network, so public transport is mainly buses and taxis, and many people also walk or cycle. Buses fall into…
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How to Make a Consumer Complaint in Cyprus (2026 Guide)
To make a consumer complaint in Cyprus, first complain to the trader in writing and keep proof. If that fails, you can report breaches of…
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Home Internet and Mobile Phones in Cyprus (2026 Guide)
Cyprus has four main providers of home internet and mobile services: Cyta, Epic, PrimeTel and Cablenet. You need a passport or ID card and…
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Sending Parcels to and from Cyprus: Customs, Duties and Post-Brexit Rules
Parcels sent to Cyprus from another EU country pay no customs charges. Parcels from outside the EU, including the UK since Brexit, need a…
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Summer in Cyprus: Coping with Heat, Power Cuts, Mosquitoes and Wildfires (2026 Guide)
Cyprus summers are long and hot, with inland temperatures that can pass 40°C during heatwaves. In 2026, record electricity demand led to…
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Judy Lam: Kids Meditation, Eric the Penguin and a Slower Life in Paphos
Judy Lam is a children's meditation and mindfulness teacher in the Paphos area, the founder of Kids Meditation and the creator of Your…
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Family & kids
Farms and Animal Experiences for Kids in Cyprus
Cyprus has plenty of places where children can meet, feed and ride animals. The best-known are the donkey farms around Skarinou and…
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Things to do in Cyprus
Living Like a Local: The Comprehensive Guide to Authentic Local Experiences
Building ties in your community leads to richer personal experiences and a more satisfying life. You can do it by joining local…
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Family & kids
Rainy Day Activities With Kids in Cyprus, City by City
Rain in Cyprus is rare but heavy, and it usually falls between November and March. Every city has indoor options for children: bowling,…
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Pets in Cyprus
Adopting a Pet in Cyprus: Shelters and Rescues by District
Cyprus has far more stray and abandoned dogs and cats than homes for them, and most shelters are small charities run by volunteers. You…
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Family & kids
After-School Activities and Clubs for Kids in Cyprus
Because Cyprus public primary schools finish at about 1:05 PM, afternoons are when most children do sport, music, languages and clubs.…
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