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stand by flight

can anyone tell me when is the best time to book a flight .is it better to wait till the last few days before we want to go or book well in advance also how do stand by flight work ...

Cider

Does any one know if it is possible to purchase locally pressed cider in Cyprus - or if any where stocks English pressed cider ? I know that we can get Magners / Stongbow / Blackthorn etc - but am looking for some REAL st ...

want to learn greek

Hi, is there anybody in paralimni, kaparis, protaras area who is giving the greek lessons during the summer? you can answer to my email: [Edit: Click Email Icon] thanks :) ...

Paying Back dated Road Tax in Larnaca

Does anyone know where their office is? I normally do it online, but just bought a car which has back tax, so I need to go in the office. Directions would be great!! Thanks, ...

Arrived & Settling In

At last we are in Cyprus and settling well, we arrived on the 24th May, with our dog Simba from Gatwick. Thanks for your comments and helpful advice, and if theres anything we need to know we will certainly be asking! ...

Storage Container needed

I wonder if anyone can help me, I am looking to purchase a 20ft storage container. Does anyone have one for sale or maybe someone could point me in the right direction. Many thanks ...

that's me here at last!!

well..I'm finally here.five weeks,moved in,unpacked and even on the internet now..i feel like a local already! whatever the bad points..and all places have them,not just here folks,remeber why we left in the first palce?? l ...

Car auction

Hi to you all, Could anybody tell me if there are regular car auctions on the island and if so, where and how often. Thank you all in advance Littledean ...

retail business questions

Hi I have been operating my own retail business in the uk in Female fashion for 20 years and previously for other companies, and may consider opening a business when we eventually get to Cy however I would appreciate a ...

Debbie Xenia Apartments Pernera

Hi All, Can anyone point me in the right direction for the above Thanks ...

holiday homes from hell

just been watching it regarding a site in cyprus/ian baeumont scam,realise this programme was filmed some time ago so does any-one know what the up-date is on it if any at all ...

Slade

I understand Slade are due to do a concert in Limassol (or somewhere) in October. Does anyone know where or when??? ...

Satellite dish for several apartments to get english TV

Hello We are in a block of around ten apartments in Oroklini. Some of the owners are thinking about clubbing together to get a satellite dish that we could get a feed from for English TV, including ITV etc., Does an ...

registered estate agents.

hello, i have been given the run around from a few estate agent up this end of the island. could someone out there give me some names telephone numbers of REGISTERED agents. the reason that i'm asking for this is ...

Captain Marko's Answer To Abusive Accusations

CATEGORICALLY I STATE THERE WAS NO RANTING OR RAVING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am and was surprised and shocked with all the allegations and big lies you've been posting about me. My first reaction is "YOU CANNOT BE ...

Care/support?

Hello all my name is Chris and my wife is Angi, we own a property in Kapparis and live in the UK at the moment. I am a qualified Care Manager suppporting elderly people and my wife has over 26 years experience in care. We wo ...

Testing/installation of 2nd hand ac units?

:?: Colleagues in the Agia Napa area have been given a complete un-installed split airconditioning unit (General) which they have been assured is 'in working condition'. However, compressor and indoor unit come without a ...

Going back to the UK

After reading the previous thread about Fab Fencing I was sure that it had been mentioned before on this forum that James and his family are returning to the UK soon??? :? ...

Orbit and Showtime

Are they both available in Cyprus? Anyhow, they are about to merge so you won't need both, and as I said before if you get Abu Dhabi Sports Channel they'll have all the Prem football this year... presumably in English. ...

Rumour! Rumour!

Hi everyone - especially the golfers amongst us. Some friends of ours have just gone back to the UK and,whilst on a local tour the guide threw in the snippit that "they" are building a golf course on the Paralimni lake site ...

Jobs & Wages

Hi all, Just wondering are there any companies opertating in Cyprus that are also in the UK like Marks and spencer, Saninsburys etc etc or would happily work for a hilton/marriott(again) etc in hotels. Just looking at ...

Water Pump Querie!!

I have a water pump fitted (apartment, top floor) to my water tank. I've just been informed that there is pressure coming through on the cold taps but not the hot. It's always given me pressure on both so what could the prob ...

Transferring Money for Mortgage Payments

We were planning to pay our mortgage each month by transferring money via Moneycorp to our CHF Alpha Bank account. However, we have just been advised that Moneycorp will charge £8 for each monthly transaction and then Alpha ...

Pernera - forthcoming changes happening

Hi All, I thought I would let those that are interested in Pernera knowing what is going on - besides the normal building - trying to sink this end of the Island :lol: :lol: From what I can gather Pernera is going to ...

Cyprus Trading Standards

Hi All, Is there a trading standards body in Cyprus as I have a potential complaint against a trader (English) unless it's resolved. The other option I know is to name and shame on this forum but want to give them the ...

Would I recommend Captain Marko's trip? - NEVER AGAIN!!!

I have lived in Ayia Thekla for seven years now and must have been on the Captain Markos trip at least 5 times a year, with between four and eight couples and children annually. I also look after 6 villa's in the area and h ...

flowers help

need to buy bouquet flowers feneros area any ideas please need today ...

Container space available

There is a container coming over mid September, with space available. Contact Roger on 07807669616. Please ring between 10am - 6pm GMT. Or e-mail dinaandrog@yahoo.co.uk. ...

Teresefanou golf club & resort

There has been a large advertising board placed on the golf course site. They list larnacagolf.com as a site but there are difficulties connecting today got it ok before but have found this site very interesting www. c ...

Weekend away in Paphos

Can anybody recommend a good quality hotel in Paphos? Weekend visit only ...

Info regarding moving/living in Cyprus

Hi all, I am new to this site and i am very keen to move away from the UK for a better quality of lifestyle for my family. We are looking to move in 2010 or 2011 (V.latest) The preferred choice of country for myself and m ...

FRENAROS RUBBISH DUMP

Does anyone know where the new rubbish dump is in Frenaros? The original one is all blocked off and you can't get into it. There is a sign up in Greek but nothing in English. Or is there another dump in another village? ...

White Bentley required!!!

Hi everyone, Bit of a panic on --- I have a friend who is organising a wedding at the back end of the summer.The bride wants a white Bentley or Rolls as her wedding car. I am told that there is ...

Attention of Paul Air Con Man

I was in touch with you earlier this year but have mislaid your mail address . Please contact me Mags ...

Sports shop

Morning! I am looking for a decent sports shop that sell actual fitness gear instead of just trendy t shirts and footwear as seems to be the case in Larnaca. Looking for thing like Pull up bars etc. Cheers ...

Burglaries

2 nights ago a whole street of posh villas in Pyla was the target for burglars. Virtually all of the houses were entered and cash, handbags, sunglasses etc were taken. To the best of my knowledge entry on each occasion was v ...

Flowers to the UK

Just to let anyone know who is thinking about sending flowers to the UK, I have had a telephone call from my sister absolutely over the moon with flowers I had delivered to her. After asking her on a scale of 1/10 against p ...

Volunteer required

I know, everyone gets afraid when they read the word "volunteer". However, ARGOS animal shelter and shops rely on volunteers to keep the costs down. They are a non profit organisation relying on donations to keep it going. ...

Somethings on tonight?

Was told there was a small fair on tonight outside a church in Paralimni with stalls, displays etc. Problem is I can't remember which church.................. Anyone with anymore info pls? Cheers, Jinty ...

BA - Here we go again.

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Church Services

Hi, Does anyone know if there is an Evangelical church in the eastern end of the island and if so where & what times are the services. Thanks Julie ...

Where to buy a hedge trimmer?

Need to buy a hedge trimmer. Any recommendations? ...

Charity shop?

Is there a charity shop in the Paralimni area that is NOT for animals? Cheers, Jinty ...

Donkey Safari, and Double decker bus tour

Hi, can anyone tell me the approximate cost of either of these trips? Ive been on the donkey, Achna damn website and couldnt find any mention of costs, also if any one has done these trips would you recommend? A few years ag ...

Tracking Item Posted From Cyprus

Any got a link for me where I can track and trace an item of post from Cyprus thanks. ...

Gas for Air Condition

Does any one know an Air Con Engineer who puts Gas into Air Cons Thankyou Mags ...

Import VAt and duty - Help please!

Hello, First post so do go easy on me. I have tried search but didn't find what I wanted. :? I was thinking of buying some sun loungers for our rental property but the prices in Cyprus are min 60 euro for something rea ...

Cyprus Business Women

Thought some of you would be interested in this. Leoni CYPRUS BUSINESS WOMEN - Larnaca Branch Invitation Cyprus Business Women Network enables women in business in Cyprus to meet and network regularl ...

Mobile Mechanic Recommendations Plz

Need to find a mobile mechanic for Paralimni area for alternator removal and repair? Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. ...

Telegrams

In this day of modern technology .... E-mail, SMS, Im etc - does anyine know if it is still possible to send an old fashioned telegram ? ...