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Pet Services and Ownership in North Cyprus

If you have just relocated to North Cyprus and made it through the inevitable trauma of bringing your beloved pet with you, got it through the required quarantine and made sure it has acclimatised to its new surroundings, without cracking up, then congratulations to you! Read more

Ferries to Syria and Lebanon from North Cyprus

We have had a few people recently ask about the option of travelling to Syria or Lebanon via North Cyprus (and vice versa of course!). Despite their own troubles these countries remain appealing places to visit for intrepid travellers, so we have delved a littler deeper for you. Read more

Qigong in North Cyprus

Qigong. Pardon, what did you say?! Ok, so the name looks a bit strange and you may have to look at it twice to be able to pronounce it, but on researching for this ancient Chinese practise we now can’t stop saying it! Read more

Student Life in North Cyprus

It is sometimes a nerve racking time for students thinking of studying overseas as part of their life experience, let alone for their future studies and careers.  So, what does North Cyprus have to offer students in the way of a social life when coming to study here at one of the prestigious university campuses that are fast gaining a worldwide reputation for excellence? Read more

North Cyprus Facebook Groups

Recent research for another article led to lots of Google searches and the like and subsequently inspired this article about one of the most popular social networking sites Facebook, and what you may be able to find on its pages to do with North Cyprus. Read more

Last Will and Testament for North Cyprus

One thing many of us do not either think about at all, or at least don’t class as a priority when relocating to North Cyprus, is the making of a Will to ensure that any property and belongings will be passed on to our preferred beneficiaries in the event of our death. Read more

Direct Flights to North Cyprus To Be A Reality?

UPDATE ; 31/7/09 – Sadly the UK government has decided to dismiss a request to review the ongoing restrictions on direct flights to North Cyprus from the UK.  It will be challenged of course, but it does not look likely to succeed.  The reasons for the dismissal are based upon the fact that Nicosia Air Traffic Control in the south is the body responsible for all air traffic over Cyprus, according to the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation).  Allowing Ercan airport to be recognised internationally would also be contrary to the Chicago Convention of 1944, but what exactly it is contrary to is unclear.  So, thats the state of play presently, which is more than unfortunate for the Turkish Cypriot community and economy after so much resassurance from the EU after voting ‘Yes’ in favour of the UN backed Annan Plan. Read more

Friends of Karpaz, North Cyprus

Started in 2004 the North Cyprus Friends of Karpaz Association is comprised of local residents and other interested parties who wish to protect the much coveted Karpaz region in North Cyprus. For many years now the area has been home to the rural way of Cypriot life and is one of the most ecologically diverse areas of the island of Cyprus. Friends of Karpaz will do its best to keep it just that way. Read more

English School of Kyrenia, North Cyprus

One school making inroads into the quality and level of education in North Cyprus is the English School of Kyrenia. Formally opened in September 2008, its ethos is one of academic and personal growth, establishment of social skills combined with an excellent standard of education. If you have relocated to North Cyprus and are thinking about placing your little cherubs into the education system here, then this particular school may just appeal. Read more

Importing Your Car to North Cyprus

A subject which is often confusing for many! Rules here in North Cyprus change from time to time, so if you are thinking of bringing a vehicle with you if you are relocating to North Cyprus then you would be wise to do your homework first. Read more

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