International Property Buyer magazine

  • Cyprus – new hope of reunion

    Kyrenia harbour with the old castle After the February elections in South Cyprus, the door now stands open for new talks between the two parties in this divided country. Since 1974, the third biggest island in the Mediterranean has been split into a Greek Cypriot and a Turkish Cypriot side. Finally, though, there are hopes that a solution may be in sight. We have chosen to concentrate on North Cyprus because this part of the island is least known, and because it looks set to become one of the most interesting property markets in the Mediterranean in the years to come. Our aim is not to take sides in this dispute, but to give international property buyers and investors the best possible information about the property market and the situation.

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What's next for North Cyprus

As an estate agent Kate Ozikiz Smith has seen big changes in Cyprus the last yearsBeautiful, affordable, sunny... North Cyprus has it all for people looking to make a great investment somewhere special. So why hasn't the market fully taken off yet and is all that about to change?

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Food and Wine in Cyprus

The Cypriot cuisine combines its Turkish and Greek roots with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours to create a delicious and original taste. Why not try it for yourself with one of these tasty recipes...

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A brief history of Cyprus

Cyprus 1974Cyprus is rich in history and a fascinating island to explore, but it has a troubled past…

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Things to do

Beach in Agia NapaThere is plenty to do in Cyprus for both children and adults, from water sports to gambling and skiing.

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Understanding the law

Naomi Mehmet is a top international lawyer in CyprusDon't be put off from buying property in North Cyprus because of complicated laws. Once you've got to grips with the legalities and understand the risks, opportunities abound. Mike Stock asks top international property lawyer, Naomi Mehmet, to unravel the complexities of buying in northern Cyprus...

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The North Cyprus Developer

Natalie Haigh with her coworkers Mustafa Metiner and Aykut Mazhar outside their officeEver visited somewhere and loved it so much that you wanted to stay? That's what happened to Natalie Haigh when travelling around Europe. She fell in love with Cyprus and joined the long-established estate agent Boray Developments, in Kyrenia, three years ago. We talk to Natalie about being a sales manager in a volatile industry and how politics has a big effect on business...

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St. Hilarion Castle

St. Hilarion CastleThis fortress was supposedly the inspiration for Walt Disney's castle in the movie 'Snow White and the seven dwarfs'. True or not, St. Hilarion is well worth a visit.

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Vicki’s new life

Vicki with her children, Ezel (5) and Ozan (7)Vicki Karaca is a real-life Shirley Valentine. Eight years ago Vicki's life changed forever when she fell in love with Unal, a Turkish Cypriot, while working on a cruise ship...

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  • Restaurants & Nightlife
    In Cyprus you can find a wide variety of restaurants catering for every budget - from local cuisine, where fresh fish, seafood and meat dishes are the specialties, to Indian and European menus.

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  • Men playing tavlaCypriot Culture
    Visit Cyprus and you will discover a beautiful country steeped in history. Fascinating to explore, this is a stunning island with an impressive heritage

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  • Shopping in Cyprus
    You can shop till you drop on this island. Whether you are in the North or the South, Cyprus has plenty of shops catering for all tastes and requirements.

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  • Travelling to Cyprus
    Travelling to Cyprus couldn't be easier. There are plenty of no-frills airlines and charter flights to choose between.

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  • Remember to drive on the leftUseful Things
    A few tips to make your stay in Cyprus as pleasant as possible..

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  • Cost of living
    What does it cost to live in North Cyprus? We have put together a list of a few basic costs...

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  • Facts
    If you want to know how big Cyprus is and how many days of sunshine, look no further...

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