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Conferences& Incentives
CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION
www.visitcyprus.org.cy
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CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION, October 2004
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SUCCESS ADVERTISING Co. Ltd
Text:
MARINA CHRISTOFIDES
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A. ALONEFTIS P&P Co. Ltd
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CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION
CYPRUS CONFERENCE CENTRE (8)
CYPRUS FAIRS AUTHORITY (9)
ACTION GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS
APHRODITE HILL GOLF CLUB (3)
HILTON CYPRUS (Cover Left)
HOLIDAY INN HOTELS - RESORTS (Cover Right)
COLUMBIA HOTELS & RESORTS (1)
LOUIS HOTELS (2)
CHRISTINA DRAKOS, DRAKOS TRAVEL (4,12)
L.C.I LAUREATE CONFERENCE & INCENTIVE TRAVEL (5,6)
AMATHUS BEACH HOTEL (7)
CAPO BAY HOTEL (10)
AENEAS HOTEL (11)
ISBN: 9963-44-038-X
Lying in the sparkling blue waters of the Eastern Mediterranean andat the crossroads between Europe, Africa and Asia, Cyprus has alwayshad an important strategic position throughout history.
Nowadays, as the Easternmost member of the European Union,the island is a perfect meeting place for decision-makers fromall over the world.
An ideal all year round climate, beautiful scenery, a traditionallyhospitable people and a civilisation that goes back 10,000 years.The island has everything to offer to make your next meeting,convention, incentive or other corporate event a tremendoussuccess.
Having hosted meetings of heads of government in the pastand with over 600 top companies and organisations holdingconferences here every year, Cyprus has all the facilities thateven the most valued VIPs would need. With a reputation forquality and professionalism, as well as top class facilities andservice, you'll find there's no more distinctive venue than Cyprus.
Top meeting place
When it’s time for business you’ll find everything you need. Whetheryou are planning a full-scale conference of over a thousandparticipants, or an innovative incentives programme, Cyprus canprovide it. There’s an abundance of quality hotels in all towns andholiday resorts with high standards of service to choose from,allowing you the convenience of staying in the same location asyour corporate event.
The excellent amenities offer fully equipped conference rooms withvarying capacities, the latest audio, visual and video conferencingequipment, flexible meeting rooms, break-out rooms and technicalequipment, as well as simultaneous translation facilities. Secretarialservices are also widely available. Hire the executive boardroomfor a small group meeting, host a product launch in the foyer, orhold a reception around the pool or on the terrace, and let theprofessionals accommodate you.
After a day of tough decision-making, put your feet up in yourwell-appointed air-conditioned room or suite. Cyprus hotels provideevery amenity the modern business traveller has come to expectand more, from swimming pools, tennis courts, sauna rooms, andbeachfronts, to salt-water pools, exotic gardens, thalassotherapyand health spas. Buffet style dining is popular and presents yourparticipants with a bountiful array of market fresh local andinternational cuisine. Benefit from special off-season discounts thatare usually on offer between mid-November and mid-March,excluding the Christmas period.
AccommodationComfort and service for all your needs
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Incentivesa bonus worth working for
Providing incentives through travel can be very effective andrewarding. Turn experiences into motivation and motivation intoreturns. A successful incentives program not only increases profitsby motivating employees to work harder and customers to buymore, but it also builds loyalty, dedication and camaraderie.
Offer your staff the chance to hone their golfing or tennis skills atone of the island’s purpose-built resorts set in peaceful surroundingswith spectacular views. Make them feel like millionaires for a dayexperiencing the comfort of a private yacht, or let them be pamperedat one of the island’s luxury spa resorts.
Cyprus has an abundance of added-value amenities such asarchaeological sites, museums, galleries, sporting and leisure activities,nightlife and entertainment.The culture and heritage of Cyprus isunique, with a 10,000 year history as a meeting place for continentsand peoples. This cosmopolitan element gives Cyprus its distinctiveflavour, a feature in the choice of destination by corporate clients.
Jeep safaris into the countryside, wine tours round picturesquemountain villages, a themed cruise around the attractive coastline,are just some of the possibilities which Cyprus has to offer.
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Cyprus has a well developed physical and social infrastructure.Efficient dual carriage motorways link all towns and resorts, keepingtravel time low and allowing you the freedom to indulge in yourpursuits.
Many international airlines operate regular flights to Larnaka airport.Transfer times to the capital Lefkosia (Nicosia) and Lemesos(Limassol) are less than one hour. Pafos is served by its owninternational airport. Within thirty minutes of leaving the arrivalslounge you may find yourself enjoying a drink at your venue hotel.
The island’s geographic proximity to other popular destinationsmeans you can add an extra dimension to your event by combiningit with a short, value-for-money cruise to a neighbouring countrysuch as Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Greece and the Greek islands.
A sophisticated communications system including tele-conferencing,video-conferencing, and widely accessible internet and e-mail facilitieswill link you anywhere in the world and help you maintain contactwith your corporate base at home.
On the social side, Cyprus can offer the coporate events organisera stable economy and a safe and secure European country thatrespects law and order.
Infrastructurekeeping in touch
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Whether you need a live band to play for your soirée, someoneto organise games, gimmicks or other entertainment for your preand post event tours or for escorting members, let the experts doit for you. Numerous professional destination management companieswith experienced, efficient and multilingual staff will draw up acomplete tailor-made programme to suit your needs and be onhand at all times to supervise every stage of the event.
Their portfolio of original, innovative and creative ideas can includeanything from an afternoon experiencing village life - sipping coffeeand playing backgammon, or baking home-made olive or ‘halloumicheese’ pies- to a day following in the footsteps of Aphrodite, thelegendary goddess of love and beauty, protectress of Cyprus. Fromthe place where she rose from the waves, to dedicated sites whereshe was worshipped.
Having one of the oldest civilisations in the world, there is so muchin Cyprus to see, from ancient prehistoric sites, Greco-Romantheatres, exquisite mosaics, to skilfully painted Byzantine churcheson the UNESCO world heritage list.
Cyprus’ rich cultural heritage, in combination with the beauty andtranquility of its mountainous hinterland vastly enhance the dramaand memorability of group events.
Destination Management Companiesleave it to us...
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The Cyprus State Fairs Authority, with its many years of experience,has the know-how that is needed to guarantee the organisationand coordination of successful local and international exhibitions,conferences and other events.
Its Multipurpose Hall Complex situated within the InternationalFair grounds in Lefkosia (Nicosia) can meet the growing demandfor high standard exhibition centres, combining functionality andflexibility.
It offers both a conference facility as well as an exhibition areaaccommodating up to 1,200 participants, a foyer, pavilions, audio-visual equipment, restaurants and cafeterias, as well a technical andadministrative support.
Cyprus state fair authorityexhibit with confidence
Cyprus international conference centreflexibility and efficiency
Only a short distance from the centre of town in the capital of theisland, Lefkosia (Nicosia), the Cyprus International ConferenceCentre is a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose venue equipped withthe latest technological facilities and flexible spaces to host meetingsof various size, from large scale conventions of 1,200 delegates toseminars, receptions, exhibitions, banquets, fashion shows andproduct launches.
Facilities available include wireless projection equipment, recordingequipment, sound control booths, CCTV, facilities for live TV andradio broadcasting, simultaneous interpretation for 14 languages,satellite TV reception and a projection room. Foyer services includebanking and travel facilities, post office, secretarial services, shops,a VIP lounge and a cafeteria.
Getting Around
The best way to travel around Cyprus is by car. Self-drivecar rental firms have offices in all towns, as well as at LarnakaInternational Airport. Modern air-conditioned tourist coachesas well as minibuses are also available for hire. Cyprus hasa modern road network with dual lane motorways linkingthe main towns of Lefkosia (Nicosia), Lemesos (Limassol),Larnaka and Pafos. Approximate journey times from thecapital Lefkosia (Nicosia) are 30 minutes to Larnaka, 45minutes to Lemesos (Limassol), 1 hour to Agia Napa and1hr 30 minutes to Pafos. Driving is on the left, as in theUnited Kingdom, and all signposting is in both English andGreek. The speed limit on motorways is 100 kilometresper hour. Both front and rear seatbelt wear is mandatory.The use of mobile phones at any time while driving is strictlyprohibited, unless hands-free equipment is used. Communal"service taxis" provide connections between all major townsevery half hour. Regular taxis are reasonably priced and area good option for airport transfers. Petrol stations in allseaside areas and major towns are equipped with automaticpumps, accepting bank notes or credit cards and operatingon a 24-hour basis.
Medical
Medical needs in Cyprus are met through governmenthospitals and private clinics and specialised doctors in privatepractice. Medical standards in Cyprus are high, as mostpractitioners are trained in European countries and theUSA, while medical diagnostic centres are modern andwell-equipped. Almost all brands of pharmaceuticals areavailable in Cyprus. Pharmacies are open during normalshopping hours. Late night chemists are listed in the dailypapers.
Water
Tap water is safe to drink. It is a precious commodity onthe island, especially during the summer months.
Telecommunications
Cyprus prides itself on having one of the most sophisticatedtelecommunications systems in the world. High quality valueadded services such as advanced data transmission systems,facsimile, mobile telephony, cardphones, paging,videoconferencing, private leased circuits, audiotex, andhigh-speed internet access, make the island an ideal locationfor businesses depending on fast, reliable telecommunications.
Useful information
Passports and Visas
Cyprus is a member of the European Union sinceMay 2004. No visas are required for entry into Cyprus bynationals of most European countries. Nationals of othercountries should contact their nearest Cyprus consulate,or if none, the nearest British consulate. There are novaccination requirements for visitors to Cyprus.
Banks
The currency of the Republic is the Cyprus Pound (CYí)which is divided into 100 cents. Notes are issued in í20,í10, í5 and í1 denominations. Bank opening hours arefrom 08:30 to 13:00. Certain banks in tourist areas openduring the afternoon. Automatic Exchange Machines andATM Machines operate on a 24-hour basis and mostcurrenc ies and denominat ions are accepted.
Business Hours
Shop opening hours vary according to the season. In thesummer they are usually open between 09:00 -14:00 and17:00 – 20:00 and at other times of the year from09:00 -13:00 and 14:30 – 18:00. On Wednesdays andSaturdays morning opening hours are observed.
Weather
Cyprus enjoys an intense Mediterranean climate, with longdry summers from mid-May to mid-October and mild winterswith some rain and snow on the Troodos range fromDecember to February, separated by short autumn andspring seasons. Extremes of temperature are rare. Thereis abundant sunshine all the year round, even in Decemberand January when there is an average of six hours of brightsunshine per day.
Electricity
The Cyprus electricity supply operates on 240 volts a.c 50H.z with normal 13 amp square pin plugs. Adaptor plugsare widely available from hotel receptions or shops.
Services
Business needs can be catered for by companies that offeroffice and secretarial services such as typing, photocopying,printing and bookbinding. Translation and interpreter servicesare readily available, as are tourist guides in many languages.The island offers excellent postal, messenger and courierservices. Cyprus’ Department of Postal Services providesa universal, rapid, safe and low-cost service. All majorinternational courier services have offices on the island,while local companies offer messenger services betweentowns. Specialised forwarding companies and customsclearing agencies can undertake any shipping, packing,insurance and delivery needs and are able to receive anytype of goods either for final importation or for re-export
TV, Radio and Press
There are seven national television channels with manyprogrammes including news reports broadcast in English.Most hotels have satellite television broadcasting majornetwork channels CNN, BBC, SKY, NBC, etc. There arenumerous radio stations broadcasting both locally andnationally. CyBC 2 has regular programmes for visitors inseveral languages and one can also pick up the BBC WorldService and the British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS)in Cyprus. There are three English language newspapers;the Cyprus Weekly and the Financial Mirror are weeklies,while the Cyprus Mail is a daily. Daily newspapers fromother European countries are a lso avai lable .
Languages
English is widely spoken, while French and German arespoken in tourist resorts.
Food and drink
The various foreign influences on Cyprus over the centurieshave left their mark on the island’s cuisine. On the wholeCyprus follows a Mediterranean diet, similar to that ofGreece but with some addit ional inf luences.The traditional fast food of Cyprus is a pitta bread filledwith souvlakia (kebab) and salad. Tavernas specialise in meze,which is an array of several dishes that enable one to tasteeverything at one sitting. Local delicacies include ‘halloumi’cheese, a semi-hard cheese prepared from sheep's milk withthe addition of mint, eaten grilled, fried or on its own. Otherculinary influences have come from neighbouring EasternMediterranean countries. Italian, British and American fastfood chains are also in evidence. Cyprus has a long traditionof winemaking that goes back over 4,000 years. Onecharacteristic old wine, Commandaria, is acknowledged tobe the oldest in the world.
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Cyprus Tourism Organisation Worldwide Offices
UNITED KINGDOMCYPRUS TOURIST OFFICE17, Hanover Street London W1S 1YPTel. 0207 569 8800, Fax: 0207 499 4935E-mail: [email protected]
IRELANDCYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION71 Lower Leeson Str.,Dublin 2Tel. 00 353-1-662 9269Fax: 00 353-1-662 9270E-mail: [email protected]
GERMANY - FRANKFURTFREMDENVERKEHRSZENTRALE ZYPERNAn der Hauptwache 7 – 60313 FrankfurtTel. (069) 25 19 19, Fax: (069) 25 02 88E-mail: CTO–FRA@t–online.de
GERMANY - BERLINFREMDENVERKEHRSZENTRALE ZYPERNWallstr. 27, 10179 BerlinTel. 0 30–23 45–75 90, Fax: 0 30–23 45–75 92E-mail: cto_berlin@t—online.de
SWITZERLANDFREMDENVERKEHRSZENTRALE ZYPERNGottfried Keller – Strasse 7,8001 ZürichTel. (01) 262 3303, Fax: (01) 251 2417Geneva: Tel: (022) 741 33 03 (diverted to Zurich)E-mail: [email protected]
AUSTRIAZYPERN TOURISMUSParkring 20, A–1010 WienTel. (01) 513 18 70, Fax: (01) 513 18 72E-mail: [email protected]
FRANCEOFFICE DU TOURISME DE CHYPRE15, Rue de la Paix, 75002 ParisTel. 01. 42.61.42.49, Fax: 01. 42.61.65.13E-mail: [email protected]
BELGIUMOFFICE DU TOURISME DE CHYPREDIENST VOOR TOERISME VAN CYPRUSRue De Crayerstraat 2B-1000 Bruxelles/BrusselTel. 02/735.06.21, Fax: 02/735.66.07E-mail: [email protected]
THE NETHERLANDSCYPRUS VERKEERSBUREAUPrinsengracht 600, 1017 KS AmsterdamTel. (020) 624 4358, Fax: (020) 638 3369E-mail: [email protected]
SWEDENCYPERNS TURISTRÅDNorrlandsgatan 20, 111 43 StockholmTel. (08) 10 50 25, Fax: (08) 10 64 14POSTAL ADDRESS: P.O.Box 7050103 86 StockholmE-mail: [email protected]
FINLANDKYPROKSEN MATKAILUTOIMISTOAleksanterinkatu 48B00100 HelsinkiTel. (0) 9-476 09 100, Fax: (0) 9-476 09 120E-mail: [email protected]
GREECECYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATIONVoukourestiou 38, Kolonaki, Athens 10673Tel. (210) 36 10 178, (210) 36 10 057Fax: (210) 36 44 798E-mail: cto–[email protected]
ITALYENTE NAZIONALE PER IL TURISMO DI CIPROVia Santa Sofia 6, 20122 MilanoTel. 02 58 30 33 28, 02 58 31 98 35,Fax: 02 58 30 33 75E-mail: [email protected]
UNITED STATESCYPRUS TOURISM ORGANIZATION13 East 40th Str. New York, NY 10016Tel. (00 1212) 683–5280, Fax: (00 1212) 683–5282E-mail: [email protected]
ISRAELCYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATIONTop Tower-14th floor, Dizengoff Centre50 Dizengoff Str., - Tel-Aviv 64332Tel. 00-972-3-52 57 442, Fax: 00-972-3-52 57 443E-mail: [email protected]
RUSSIAN FEDERATIONCYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION7, B. Kondratievsky Pereulok123056, MoscowTel. 007 095 783 82/14/15/16/17Fax: 007 095 783 82 19
HUNGARYCIPRUSI IDEGENFORGALMI HIVATALH-1051 BudapestDorottya Str. 3. III floorTel. 00-36-1-266 6044, Fax: 00-36-1-266 6043E-mail: [email protected]
POLANDCYPRYJSKA ORGANIZACJA TURYSTYCZNAPlac Dabrowskiego 1, Apt. 31100-057 WarszawaTel.+ 48 22-827 90 36, Fax: + 48 22 - 827 90 34E-mail: [email protected]
CZECH REPUBLICKYPERSKÁ ORGANIZACE CESTOVNÍHO RUCHUBlanická 28120 00 Praha 2Tel. 00–420-222–253 097Fax: 00–420-222–251 639E-mail: [email protected]
MIDDLE EAST AND ARABIAN GULFCYPRUS TOURIST OFFICEAl Ghurair CityOffice Tower, No 436BDeira, Dubai, UAETel. 009714 2277638
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