A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post based on information I had from local reports and the Minister of Health regarding the incoming H1N1 vaccines...this is yet to happen as proposed. Vaccinations were supposed to begin October 15th, I have yet to hear of anyone who has been able to receive them. Now, with flu season upon us many feel worried with all the media hype and deaths. A school in Limassol...

Since 2006, I have kept an eye on the Cyprus government statistical website. I have done so to gain a real understanding of the economic situation in Cyprus. The more knowledge I have the better I am prepared for the road ahead. I subscribed to email updates and I find a lot of great resourceful information about a variety of topics. In the latest email, the theme is "Prices and...

• 3 bath, 5 bdrm 2 story - €1,800,000 EUR- Exclusive Community Paphos, Cyprus  -  This fabulous villa in the exclusive neighbourhood of Aphrodite Hills which is an award-winning resort with a five-star, golf development close to Paphos, Cyprus. This villa features aesthetically pleasing architecture with the use of traditional stone. Alfresco living can be enjoyed on the large wrap-around covered...

Starting October 5, Cyprus gradually began receiving the H1N1 flu vaccine. Minister of Health Christos Patsalides announced that vaccinations will begin after October 15. At that time the European Pharmaceutical Organisation will give the final approval for the vaccine. The government estimated it will receive vaccines for 400,000 people covering 50% of the population in Cyprus. Patsalides said vaccines...

Starting October 5, Cyprus gradually began receiving the H1N1 flu vaccine. Minister of Health Christos Patsalides announced that vaccinations will begin after October 15. At that time the European Pharmaceutical Organisation will give the final approval for the vaccine. The government estimated it will receive vaccines for 400,000 people covering 50% of the population in Cyprus. Patsalides said...

I recently wrote a blog post about home staging and how important it is if you want to sell your property. Today I was watching the Today Show - a popular US morning show and saw an interview with a real estate "guru" who gave her expert advice on what to do or not to do when trying to sell your home. Although the Today Show is US-based, this interview and the advice given applies to Cyprus property...

• 300 sq. m., 5 bath, 5 bdrm 2 story "+basement" - €750,000 EUR - High Quality Construction - NOW SOLD! Agios Georgios, Paphos  -  A relaxing and beautiful luxury villa. A very short distance from the small fishing harbor of Ayios Georgios which overlooks the Akamas Peninsula and it’s unspoiled beauty is where you can enjoy one of the most magnificent sunsets on the Mediterranean. This villa...

• 170 sq. m., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story - euro;549,000 EUR - Fantastic Location - NOW SOLD Coral Bay, Paphos  -  There is a real Mediterranean feel to this spacious villa with its white walls, traditional tiled floors and colourful themed interior designs in each room, using lots of sunny oranges, yellows and blues. Located at Coral Bay in a quiet cul-de-sac with open aspects, you are within...

This is an article I wrote soon after moving to Paphos, Cyprus in June 2006. I thought it would be good to share it again here:As the summer holidaymakers start heading home, Paphos turns from a bustling Mediterranean destination back into a sleepy small town or as some say, a village. I have concluded my second consecutive summer here and anticipating the beauty of the coming autumn and winter seasons, I...

As of today, the basic interest rate for housing loans has been reduced from 4.25% to a very competitive and very low rate of 3.50%. Bank of Cyprus which is the largest banking institution in Cyprus offers it's business clients the opportunity to secure a significant reduction in their existing interest as of today also. Depending on each client's situation will determine the reduction which is...