Things you should know about telecommunications, electrical appliances and Internet access.
Distances in Cyprus are relatively small, making transportation from one place to another a trivial issue. There are however a few things you should know in order to take advantage of both public and private transportation options.
Cyprus may be relatively small, but it is the third largest island in the Mediterranean. However you choose to explore Cyprus, a good map is always handy. In this section you can view a navigable Google Map of Cyprus or download a high-resolution Cyprus map.
The currency of the Republic of Cyprus is the Euro (€). It is divided into 100 Euro cents (ยข). Cyprus switched to the Euro on January 1st, 2008. Prior to that, it had been using the Cypriot Pound as its currency. In this section you will also find a quick currency converter.
Useful information about money-related matters while in Cyprus, from the frequency of ATMs, bank operating hours and credit card usage, to cost of living and tipping.
Cyprus is a very safe place to visit, with an advanced medicare infrastructure, a minimal crime rate and a clean environment.
Learn More As with some other Mediterranean countries, the operating hours for retail and services are sometimes a challenge! Here is a useful guide to help you get a grasp of the peculiarities.
Cyprus has some of the best beaches in the Mediterranean for swimming. Here are a few useful tips to maximize your enjoyment.
Learn More All-year sunshine practically guaranteed, convenient marriage formalities and excellent facilities make getting married here a natural choice, and this is why Cyprus is rapidly becoming one of the most fashionable destinations for Mediterranean weddings.
Food is an essential element of any and every social occasion in Cyprus. Cypriots love food, so it is does not come as a surprise that the country's cuisine is so expansive.
Almost everyone in Cyprus speaks some to very good English. Still, it will be a pleasant surprise and will help you gain local friends very quickly if you can speak a few words of Greek! Here are the most useful phrases.