Mentor for Cyprus

the warmth and generosity of the Cypriot people and the island’s relaxed way of life makes the country a popular choice

Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It has an area of 3,572 square miles and is about 120 miles to the west of Syria and 500 miles to the east of Greece. Nicosia is the capital and the island’s largest city with a population of more than 200,000.

Since

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Cyprus: a mosaic of travel options

The Republic of Cyprus has a lot in common with the mosaics found in the second century House of Dionysus, an archaeological site near Paphos. Both are colorful with many intricate parts and a pleasure to view. The mosaics have all the colors of Cyprus: the blue of the Mediterranean Sea, the greens of the Troodos Mountains, the browns of the sandy beaches and the warm colors of the setting sun, plus they represent Cypriot history that dates back to mythical times.

With its

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First time in Cyprus? this is your short travel guide

Cyprus is a dreamed holiday for everyone! Plan your holidays in Cyprus and enjoy an island in the east of the Mediterranean Sea that offers a holiday experience not to be forgotten!

With a dry sunny climate and surrounded by clear blue water, it is easy to see why Cyprus holidays have become so popular with tourists. The impressive modern hotels of the coastal resorts take nothing from the beauty of the Arcadian ruins and historic monasteries and castles that lie beyond them, just waiting to be

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Indulge in a Greece vacation

The beauty and history of Greece is legendary. There are countless reasons people travel to Greece. Many want to uncover the history and archaeology of this special country. Others want to discover the gorgeous Greek islands with their beautiful beaches, sumptuous restaurants and buzzing nightlife.

Virgin Vacations recently announced its Greece Vacations programme making it even more affordable to visit this popular hotspot. “Ever since I studied the ancient Greeks in school, I have wanted to visit this intriguing country. When I heard

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Greece: a unique holiday destination

Greece has gained a well-deserved fame as an ever-popular, unique holiday destination. Its diverse landscape with thickly wooded mountains and superb beaches appeals to visitors from all over the world.

• Family holidays in the quality and comfort of luxurious hotels on the islands and in the mainland.
• Romantic sunsets on cosmopolitan or virginal islands.
• Rivers and gorges for extreme sports.
• International class hotels for professional conferences.

Greece is a highly evolved tourist destination to fit into every dream of the

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Greece: a memorable occasion for everyone

With the average UK wedding costing about £18,000, it’s not surprising that more people are opting to tie the knot overseas. 

Greece has a huge range of accommodation and flights to suit all tastes and getting married there is far less bureaucratic than many other shorthaul destinations, such as Italy and Spain. Weddings for UK residents take place in selected hotels or local town halls throughout mainland Greece and the islands. Relatives on a budget could keep costs down by booking a cheap two-week

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Denmark plans to change Copenhagen’s hippie enclave

Denmark’s government has proposed a plan to regularize housing in a decades-old hippie enclave in the centre of Copenhagen. The story is not new, the controversy dates back some years, however there were some new developments.

The counterculture oasis, home to aging hippies, artists, drug addicts and stray dogs, offers a sharp contrast to the rest of Copenhagen, and is one of the Danish capital’s biggest tourist attractions, averaging one million visitors a year.

The plan to reform the area called for creating a housing agency

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The festival of fire in Valencia, Spain

Holidaymakers heading to Spain next Spring should check out the popular Las Fallas Festival in Valencia.

Running in March, between the 15th and 19th, this massive tribute to Saint Joseph, patron Saint of the carpenters’ guild, where, it is said, the tradition arose from, results in millions of people flocking to the city to glimpse the famous fireworks and bonfires that the event is focused on. The basis of the fiesta, as is well-known, is the “Fallas” monuments. In a display of art, though also

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The Archeological Museum in Zagreb

The Archeological Museum in Zagreb was founded in 1846. It is located in the historical Vranyczany-Hafner Palace.

Museum’s collections and departments > The ancient and valuable items held by the Museum are systematically organized into several collections. The Prehistoric, Classical Greek and Roman, and Mediaeval Collections follow the usual chronological system of all European Museum departments. The Museum also contains an Egyptian Collection, the only one in this region, as well as a

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Ready to travel? Suitcase savvy tips

After years of traveling to and from, I have learnt to treat packing as the first step to my journey. It should never be a chore, so remember these tips and stop moaning about having to sit on your suitcase to shut it!

Plan your outfits > Instead of just throwing clothes into your case, pick out a series of outfits. If it doesn’t travel don’t pack it. Could you do without that chiffon dress? That linen jacket? If so, do. You don’t go

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Rail travel becomes more attractive and flexible

Back in January 2006, EURAIL launched a new series of National Passes for 9 participating countries, Finland, Greece, Holland, Hungary, Norway, Poland, Romania, Spain and Sweden.

Additional countries were also added in 2006 and beyond, with the aim to make rail travel more attractive and flexible for both tourists and business travellers.

As tourist arrivals at European destinations are forecasted to rise more than 3%, the EURAIL Group expects to see a significant growth in its rail pass sales surpassing past year’s results.

According to HospitalityTrendsCom

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Just what you need for your travel bag

Off on your travels? Then make sure you’re well equipped.

Fujifilm World Adaptor > What’s great is that you can connect to international power outlets wherever you go, and can use it with international products too. Works in 150 countries, compact. Be aware that heavy plugs will cause the adaptor to come away from the plug socket. www.amazon.co.uk

Shakeawake vibrating alarm clock > If you’ve had a few too many beers the night before and are worried about missing your flight home

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