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COUNTRY CODE:
Dial ++357 for Cyprus FROM THE AIRPORT
Car Hire :
Take advantage of the special easyJet inflight rates. Visit the Europcar desk on arrival or call +357 (26) 822 633. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Airport Transfer :
Pre-book your door-to-door transfer with easyJet’s transfer partner, Holiday Taxis—from home to the airport and the airport to city or resort. Just log on to easyjet.holidaytaxis.com.
Taxi :
A journey to the centre of Paphos costs €15-€20 and takes about 15 minutes.
Bon Appetit
Créperie Giannis
(Ayios Antoniou Street. Tel. 26 939 327) A taste-bud tempter in the heart of Paphos’ pub land, Giannis serves an array of delicious sweet and savoury crêpes for about €5 each.
Phuket Thai and Chinese Food
(Tombs of the Kings Road, Kato Paphos. Tel. 26 936 738) Tasty oriental cooking with a selection of à la carte dishes and set menus. Phuket was recently renovated according to feng-shui principles and has a smart, exotic interior reminiscent of the Far East.
The Daphne
(3 Alkminis Street, Paphos. Tel. 26 933 500) An all-day restaurant specialising in Mediterranean cuisine and
flambé dishes, it also serves English breakfast. Right at the centre of the tourist area, Daphne offers excellent service.
Cavallini
(Poseidonos Avenue. Tel. 26 964 164) Worth getting dressed up for, but surprisingly reasonably priced. This elegant Italian establishment is stylishly designed and has a friendly yet exclusive atmosphere. Dishes such as smoked salmon with baby artichokes, and lamb fillet with peppers, go perfectly with the extensive Italian wine list. It's next to the Amathus Hotel.
Night Fever
Metaxi Mas
(16 Iasonos, Kato Paphos. Tel. 99 683 525) A vast menu of special coffees and treats is found at Metaxi Mas. Borrow a board and try your hand at backgammon—it's very popular in Cyprus.
The Rose Pub
(28 Alkminis Street Paphos . Tel. 26 811 803) A cosy local with live rock and pop on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, and live Sky Sports coverage of key events.
Petrinos Bar
(18 Paphias Aphrodite, Kato Paphos. Tel. 99 717 652) Pick 'n' mix live music Sunday, Monday and Thursday, and wild Bulgarian nights on Friday an Saturday. With a delightfully kitsch interior, Petrinos serves Bulgarian drinks as well as the usual offerings.
On the ground
Shop
For local work with a traditional Cypriot character, visit the Lemba pottery, five kilometres west of Paphos. Hand-crafted pieces make beautiful gifts and mementos (18 Eleftherias Street, Lemba Village. Tel. 26 270 822).
Insider Tip
Visitors who learn a few words of Greek will find their efforts are much appreciated. Even if it's just, ‘ya-sas’ (hello), ‘dee ganetay’ (how are you?) or ‘efharisto’ (thanks), give it a go with a smile.
Key Area
One of the oldest parts of Paphos, Mousalla boasts fine colonial houses in varying states of repair, but an architect’s dream nonetheless. Two key museums, a park dedicated to love and a trendy café make this an ideal spot to spend a few hours.
This month
Anthestiria is the ancient celebration dedicated to the arrival of spring, fertility and the goddess Aphrodite. A magnificent floral parade heads through the town towards Paphos harbour on 25 May.
Day Tripping
Nicosia
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A trip to the capital Nicosia is unmissable. This extraordinary city boasts a charming Old Town surrounded by a Venetian wall, as well as top shopping. The infamous dividing Green Line draws scores of tourists. Several tour companies offer day trips by bus. Try Anesis Travel & Tours in Paphos (Tel. 26 939 060).
No way!
Cyprus is the only EU country that has a communist president.
Compiled by Lucie Robson
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