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October’s Sunvil Supper Club: Makaronia tou Fournou
Makaronia tou Fournou (or oven-baked macaroni), as its known in Cyprus, is commonly called Pastitsio in the rest of Greece. Like pastitsio it is a layered pasta casserole dish. There are variations...
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Fly drive holidays in Cyprus
Do you remember the first time you hired a car? When you signed the forms, handed over your card details and set off with a sense of nervous excitement, eager to explore but also anxious to return the...
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Latchi: Diving Holidays in Cyprus
Cyprus offers plenty of opportunities for world-class diving, with an impressive diversity of marine life within easy access of the island’s shores. And with pleasant sea temperatures year-round (27...
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Cultural Highlights of Paphos
Cyprus has long been popular with holidaymakers looking for guaranteed sunshine and its historical links to Britain have left a legacy of familiarity that appeals to many (think driving on the left...
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December’s Sunvil Supper Club: Melomakarona (Honey Cookies)
The heart of every Cypriot home is the kitchen, so food plays a major role in the Cypriot Christmas celebrations. Local bakeries bake loaves of Christopsomo (Christ Bread), normally accompanied by...
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Highlights of Nicosia
It may not be the first choice as base for a Cyprus holiday, but Nicosia is certainly packed with historical and cultural attractions, and makes an excellent day out (or more) from the island’s...
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Golf Holidays in Cyprus
For those who consider a round (or more) of golf as an essential part of their holidays, Cyprus offers a year-round option with several courses within easy driving distance of the main coastal towns....
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Autumn escapes
This week may have seen the return of some brighter weather but, there is a distinctive chill in the air which tells us that autumn is on its way. As we start to pull out our jumpers and coats in the...
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September’s Sunvil Supper Club: Koupepia (Stuffed Vine Leaves)
Cyprus was where it all started for Sunvil 45 years ago, and the Mediterranean island will always have a special place in our hearts and in our stomachs. Cypriot cuisine is a unique blend of Greek,...
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Birdwatching holidays in Cyprus
As the third-largest island in the Mediterranean, Cyprus forms a natural resting point on the migration route between Europe to the north, and the Middle East and East Africa to the south. In fact...
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December 2015 – Kourabiedes (Almond Cookies)
Kourabiedes are enjoyed throughout the year in Greece and Cyprus, but are arguably most prominent at Christmas time. The name actually derives from the Turkish word “Kurabiye”. In some regions of...
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World Book Day With the Sunvil Team
With many avid readers amongst the Sunvil team, we know all too well the potential that books have to inspire and to bring a place to life. On World Book Day, we wanted to share the books which have...
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On the history trail in Cyprus
Take a look at a map and you’ll quickly see why Cyprus has seen so many invasions over the years. Within easy reach of Greece, Turkey, Egypt and Israel, it has been occupied by a succession of powers...
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The Queen’s 90th Birthday: A Royal Visit
As the Queen turns 90, we look back on the Sunvil destinations which she has visited during her 63 year reign. The Queen is not only our longest reigning sovereign but she must also be one of the...
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EU referendum: What effect will the result have on your 2016 summer holiday?
On 24 June 2016 the results of the referendum were announced, and the British people have chosen to leave the European Union. Post ‘Brexit (British Exit), life in the holiday business will continue...
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Paphos – European Capital of Culture 2017
Some eyebrows have been raised about Paphos receiving the coveted 2017 European Capital of Culture Award. Surely Paphos is about all-inclusive hotels, mass-market tourism and endless rows of villas and...
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Paphos – European Capital of Culture 2017
In 2017 Paphos, along with Aarhus in Denmark, will share the title of European Capital of Culture. The project was created by the European Union in 1985, and since its beginning the accolade has been...
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September 2016’s Sunvil Supper Club – Keftedes (Cypriot Meatballs)
You will find that Cypriot cuisine takes its ingredients and flavours from signature Greek and Turkish fare. A typical Cypriot lunch or dinner will start with appetisers, dips and salads. This is...
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Notes from the field – Troodos Mountains, Cyprus
Our colleague Stella has recently returned from a familiarisation trip with a group of travel agents to the Troodos Mountains in Cyprus. Stella and her group set to enjoy the natural wonders of the...
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Sunvil’s travel experts pick their top breaks for Spring 2018
Spring forward to one of our many favourite destinations in 2018 While summer is the most popular season for a holiday, the team at Sunvil can also offer you great holidays during the spring months. In...
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