On April 21, Celestyal Cruises, the Cyprus-based cruise line, held a reception for the first group of Chinese passengers to sail with the company, giving them the opportunity to experience Greek hospitality and taste authentic Chinese treats.

First established by UNESCO in 1983, this year’s International Day for Monuments and Sites, on April 18, was themed Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Tourism.

On the basis of the results of the Passengers Survey, March had the highest volume of tourist arrivals ever recorded in Cyprus during the particular month.

The first phase of the preliminary design of the Road Rehabilitation and Maintenance project for Ayia Napa was presented to Yiannis Karoussos, mayor, Ayia Napa Municipality, on April 12 by researchers of Polytia-Armos Architects.

On April 03, Andreas Vyras, mayor, Larnaca Municipality, met with delegates from the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works in order to discuss the progress of the ambitious Larnaca port and marina projects.

Kanika Hotels & Resorts has announced a renovation plan for Olympic Lagoon Resort in Ayia Napa, scheduled to commence after the summer season in November and slated to be completed by April 2018.

Pafos2017 has presented its latest project, Terra Mediterranea: In Action, fusing a contemporary art exhibition with an international conference and series of parallel actions featuring local and international artists.

Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EVE)  recently sent a proposal to Ionas Nicolaou, minister, justice and public order, Cyprus, asking for immediate preventative measures to avoid overcrowding and reduce congestion at Pafos International Airport for the upcoming summer season.

On April 07, Limassol Del Mar, a luxury development located on the coast of Limassol, organised a successful cocktail presentation at Venue Centre Columbia Plaza, to inform stakeholders and future investors of the property’s recent developments and offering.

Cyprus Tourism Organisation (CTO), in collaboration with Cyprus Ministry of Culture and Education, has launched an educational programme, titled Young Ambassadors of Tourism, aiming to fully involve elementary school students into the world of tourism.