You may already have heard of the island of Cyprus that lies in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Turkey; it’s known as Aphrodite’s island because this is where legend has it that the goddess of love was born. But the northern third of the island is lesser known, lesser explored and as a result, untouched and pristine in its beauty. The climate on the entire island is typically Mediterranean – i.e., it is blissfully hot during the long hot summer months, it is temporarily wet during two short winter months and then lush during the brief springtime when Northern Cyprus […]
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I have made Malta my home for the last twenty years. Coming as a tourist, I settled and became part of the village community. As a travel writer I have an insight into the real Malta. What better way to get to know a country than through the eyes of someone who loves it so much. Here are my top ten tips for getting the best of your holiday – whether a frequent visitor or first time Malta virgin: 1. Smile and be the first to approach a local for advice or help. This actually applies to all countries but […]