The annual 19th World Conference of the World Federation of Overseas Cypriots, held on August 21 – 24 in Nicosia, convened high-ranking officials who engaged in debates on the latest geopolitical and social topics.

According to Cyprus Tourism Organisation (CTO), 531,000 tourists visited the country in July, a year-on-year surge of 10.1 percent, marking the highest volume of arrivals ever recorded during the specific month.

Cyprus has been listed as the number one country in the European Union (EU), and seventh worldwide, for offering second citizenship by investment according to Professional Wealth Management’s Citizen by Investment (CBI) Index.

Aiming to respond to the needs and demands of a constantly evolving industry, Elpis Tourism and Hospitality Seminars organised its annual seminar dedicated to the history of tourism and cultural heritage in Cyprus.

According to Airports Council International (ACI) Europe, passenger traffic at European airports rose nine percent year-on-year in the first half of the year (H1).

Luis Fonsi, the singer of the song Despacito, which has more than six billion hits on YouTube, visited Cyprus on August 10 for a unique concert in Ayia Napa, as part of his Love and Dance world tour.

According to Passengers Survey, 531,030 tourists arrived in Cyprus in July, a year-on-year increase of 10.1 percent.

Following a successful 2016 summer season, with the city welcoming 11.4 percent of Cyprus’ total tourist arrivals, Larnaca is expected to reach even higher numbers this year with equally positive data.

With the mission of supporting philanthropic activities primarily in the places where he lived, including the UK, Greece, Cyprus and Monaco, Stelios Haji-Ioannou, founder, Stelios Philanthropic Foundation recently congratulated seven London School of Economics’ (LSE) graduates who achieved either a first class or upper second class degree at the end of their three-year academic course.

Larnaka Tourism Board has announced that the funding for the transfer of the city’s tennis court has been found and excavation works can finally start to unveil an ancient port.