Cyprus Tourism Organisation News
Cyprus sees record tourism figures for 2017
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation is celebrating a record-breaking year for tourism with global visitors up 14.6 per cent in 2017 compared to 2016. From January to December 2017, Cyprus’ global tourist arrivals reached 3,652,073; a 14.6 per cent increase on 2016.
Cobalt Air to connect Heathrow with Larnaca, Cyprus
Cobalt Air will launch a new daily service beginning, linking London Heathrow with Larnaca, Cyprus, on March 27th. Cobalt Air is the only carrier offering connections to Cyprus from London’s three main airports: Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted.
Cyprus Tourism Organisation records strong November visitor figures
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation has revealed November 2017 was a successful month for both UK and global visitors with year-on-year arrivals up 18.4 per cent and 16.5 per cent respectively.
Cyprus on track for record tourism figures in 2017
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation has revealed is set to be another record-breaking year for the island, with January to October 2017 figures already exceeding total visitor arrivals in 2016.
Cyprus Tourism Organisation reports strong visitor figures for September
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation’s September 2017 visitor figures continue to show strong growth to the destination. From January to September 2017, global tourist arrivals to Cyprus reached 3,001,603, compared to 2,617,218 in 2016; a year-on-year increase of 14.7 per cent.
London to welcome first ever halloumi-themed restaurant in November
This November, for one week only, Londoners will be able to say ‘Hallou-mi!’ to the latest pop-up restaurant with halloumi in every course on the menu. This exciting new venture has been launched by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation as a way of showcasing their national cheese and entice people to visit the island.
Cyprus Tourism Organisation records strong summer visitor figures
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation has released its latest visitor figures for January to August 2017, showing continued growth. From January to August 2017, global tourist arrivals to Cyprus reached 2,517,887, compared to 2,196,017 in 2016; a year-on-year increase of 14.7 per cent.
Cypriot tourism on track for record breaking year
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation has confirmed that 2017 is on track to be its most successful year on record in terms of global tourist arrivals. From January to June 2017, global tourist arrivals to Cyprus reached 1,463,206, compared to 1,255,240 in 2016; a year-on-year increase of 16.6 per cent and the highest ever total arrivals for this period to date.
Thanos Hotels & Resorts expands Cyprus portfolio
Thanos Hotels & Resorts has acquired the Aloe Hotel in Paphos to add to its portfolio of owned and managed resorts. The European hospitality group currently comprises the iconic Anassa, sleek Almyra and classic Annabelle hotels in Cyprus.
Cyprus Tourism Organisation reports record visitor numbers for April
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation has revealed that April 2017 was the most successful April on record in terms of global tourist arrivals.
Cyprus predicts biggest year yet for tourism in 2017
The Cyprus Tourism Organisation predicts that 2017 will be a record-breaking year with over three per cent year-on-year increase in visitors recorded from January to March. Coinciding with the announcement of these figures, the CTO has appointed Rooster PR to manage its press office and deliver a series of creative campaigns following a competitive pitch.
Annie Karapataki, head of sales, Columbia Beach Resort
Annie Karapataki, head of sales, Columbia Beach Resort, talks to Breaking Travel News about the hotel, the buoyant Cypriot tourism sector, and winning at the World Travel Awards.