Paphos Digest
January/Январь www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
Published By A. Mandziak Estate Agency Ltd. Trading as Fitzgerald Marketing Solomos Crt, 74 Ap. Pavlou Ave Kato Paphos Cyprus 8046 Tel: +357 26 930345 Fax: + 357 26 930929 e: contact@fitzgeraldcyprus.com web: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
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Why Fitzgerald's? We aim to bring you the BEST VALUE properties in Paphos and now they are even better value... * A Safe Investment * No VAT charge to pay * Fully equipped * You can move in NOW Most of our properties either have the Title Deed issued, available or are in the final stages of Land Registry approval. Fitzgerald Marketing only list properties that are safe to buy and have a full record of any encumbrances on each property.
Quiet residential pocked in the midst of Kato Paphos within 10 minutes walk to the new Kings Avenue Mall. 100m to sea, 150m to Tombs of the Kings Road. Mediterranean lifestyle can be yours today. Private pool, tropical garden, roof terrace, balcony, sea views. Absolute city – beach gem! Reference: 1588 (See page 8) We continue to actively promote our range of top quality Cyprus properties on Rightmove Property Portal, UK; Prian, Russia and Juwai, China.We feature properties in popular Russian lifestyle magazine, Moi Ostrov widely read in Russia, Ukraine, Bielarus, and Russian speakers accross Europe and Asia. In this time of economic and market uncertainties we strive to give you a range of top quality properties at realistic market prices coupled with all the legal quarantees and the Title Deeds
The New Year begins in a buoyant mood January tends to be commercially quiet in Cyprus in the aftermath of Christmas; the Cypriots start their festivities early on December 6th, St Nicholas Day – and continue for a month until the Feast of Epiphany on January 6th. It’s traditionally a solemn, religious holiday period; beautiful carols called “kalanda” have been handed down from Byzantine times and add to the reverent quality of the celebration. After Midnight Mass, families gather together to share a meal, marking the end of the Christmas fasting period. While other cultures have Christmas elves, the Cypriot equivalent is not so benign. According to myth, mischievous and sometimes even dangerous sprites called “Kalikantzari” prey upon people, but only during the 12 days of Christmas, from Christmas Eve to Epiphany Day, on January, 6th. In the olden days, the children used to get their presents on New Year's Day and not on Christmas Day, as their “Santa” is Ayios Vasilis, whom they celebrate on January 1st. Ayios Vasilis is every Cypriot child’s favourite saint as he ALWAYS arrives with presents. Days later, the older generation used to “ploumizoun” (give money) to their grandchildren on the morning of Epiphany Day, on 6th January. The children, would go early in the morning to their grandparents, chanting the following verse: “Kalimera ke ta phota ke tin ploumistira prota” (Good morning on this day of light and let us have our gift first). Needless to say, the grandparents were delighted to see them and handed over their festive pocket money. This year Epiphany – a public holiday falls on a Monday, so it may be as late as the following week before businesses get fully back in gear and the month starts to gain momentum with the number of listings coming on the market. Now is the time
to expect house prices to be competitive as owners of properties that have been on the market throughout the winter are settling their plans for 2014 and wanting to release their equity. And then, before you know it, Chinese New Year will be upon us at the end of the month! The regulations governing Chinese buyers in Cyprus are changing by the month, but we expect to welcome some buyers from the east ‘Gong Xi Fa Cai!’ after their important holiday. Property continues to consolidate at low openmarket values. Pricing is more confident though as more keen buyers enter the market and, if the Halifax Housing Survey in UK is to be believed, the British property market shows no sign of slowing down. There’s no doubt that the British are still the largest group of prospective buyers and that our climate is one of the reasons they consider Cyprus. At Fitzgeralds we are looking forward to a bright and busy 2014 concentrating, as we always do, on 'Quality Property at Realistic Prices with Title Deeds'. After the financial mayhem of 2013, we hope that 2014 will improve because the banking situation appears to be stabilised, buyers from overseas (particularly Britain) are doing better and want to buy in Cyprus. And we guarantee we’ll have some excellent properties to choose from! From another perspective the prospects of the Cyprus Gas Fields now being explored by America’s Noble Oil, are enormous. This development will bring a different type of buyer to the marketplace and there will be a scramble for excellent properties of all types and prices. To this end, Fitzgeralds are starting to take on properties in the Limassol area, to add to those we already have in Pissouri and Prastio, east of Paphos. This element of our business will be managed by Lisa Sofocleous who operates for us out of Pissouri The Fitzgerald offices will be closed on January 1st and January 6th 2014 With the exception of the Christmas holiday period, www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com achieves results all year round. So if you have a quality property with Title Deeds and you are happy to sell at the open market value, the site to advertise is www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
What traditions to expect in Cyprus this January 01 January, New Year. Welcome to the New Year: 'Protochronia'. As the clock strikes midnight, the arrival of the New Year is marked with fireworks filling the night sky. As well as celebrating the arrival of a new year, traditionally it is Ayios Vasilis (Saint Basil) who brings everyone’s gifts when he arrives on the night of New Year’s Eve in time for his Name Day on 1 January. Soon after midnight, families gather together to share their Vasilopitta: ‘Basil’s Pie’, is a delicious sponge cake flavoured with local oranges and brandy, with the New Year written in almonds on the top. There’s great ceremony as the head of the family 'crosses' the cake to bless it and then cuts into it, putting the first two slices aside to be given to the church and Christ and the poor. He then serves himself the third slice, his wife the next and all the family and friends are given their slice served in descending age order. One person will find a silver or sometimes gold coin hidden in their slice and this ensures good luck for the whole year ahead. 06 January, Epiphany: The 12th day of Christmas. The festival of Epiphany is known in Cyprus as ‘Ta Fota’ which means ‘the light’. It’s is a big festival that celebrates the baptism of Christ and revelry takes place at all the harbours.
In Paphos, the Bishop leads a procession of school children and members of youth organisations along to the harbour accompanied by the local band. During this service, the Bishop dramatically tosses his processional cross into the sea to bless the waters and scores of local lads dive in quickly to retrieve it: he who does is ensured of good luck for the year. Everyone spends time around the harbour area and everyone wanders around dressed in their best clothes and enjoying lokoumades tiny honey soaked doughnuts – often bought from specialist roadside stalls. Away from the bustle of the festivities, some of our older Cypriots may quietly wash their fruit and vegetables in the blessed seawater to ensure that they have a bountiful harvest in the autumn.
"The Office" Being a family business we have one office centrally situated in Paphos close to and in walking distance of both the Paphos Harbour and the Tomb of the kings Road. From the harbour walk up towards the Begonia Garden centre at the traffic lights and we are on the left just before the “Wishing Tree”. Coming from the Tomb of the kings turn right at the traffic lights (or cut through by the Roman Hotel) and we are a short way down on the right just after the “Wishing Tree”. Office hours are 9am to 5.30pm 6 days a week with no break for lunch. So if you are working and only have your lunch break to come and see us, you are welcome!
Years of the Horse 02/11/191801/31/1919 01/30/193002/16/1931 02/15/194202/04/1943 02/03/195401/23/1955 01/21/196602/08/1967 02/07/197801/27/1979 01/27/199002/14/1991 02/12/200201/31/2003 01/31/201402/18/2015 02/17/202602/05/2027 02/04/203801/23/2039 01/23/205002/10/2051 The spirit of the horse is recognized to be the Chinese people's ethos – making unremitting efforts to improve themselves. It is energetic, bright, warmhearted, intelligent and able. Ancient people liked to designate an able person as 'Qianli Ma', a horse that covers a thousand li a day (one li equals 500 meters). Strengths People born in the year of the horse have ingenious communicating techniques and in their community they always want to be in the limelight. They are clever, kind to others, and like to join in a venture career. Although they sometimes talk too much, they are cheerful, perceptive, talented, earthy but stubborn. They like entertainment and large crowds. They are popular among friends, active at work and refuse to be reconciled to failure, although their endeavor cannot last indefinitely. Weaknesses They cannot bear too much constraint. However their interest may be only superficial and lacking real substance. They are usually impatient and hot blooded about everything other than their daily work. They are independent and rarely listen to advice. Failure may result in pessimism. They usually have strong endurance but with bad temper. Flamboyant by nature, they are wasteful since they are not good with matters of finance due to a lack of budgetary efficiency. Some of those who are born in the horse like to move in glamorous circles while pursuing high profile careers. They tend to interfere in many things and frequently fail to finish projects of their own.
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Lighthouse Luxury Villa Everything speaks of cosseted leisure, enhanced well足being, and sophisticated living.The ground floor offers a custom designed, open足plan kitchen/living area with an elegantly sculptured, designer, black glass breakfast bar, a gravitational point, from which to entertain and socialise. The living room, with two sets of patio doors, projects a fairytale garden ambience enhancing the indoor living space, with the inviting, sculpted, walk足in pool beckoning in the heat of the day. Additionally, a concealed extended kitchen area discreetly houses quality white good appliances and a SS fridge freezer. The ground floor also offers a spacious double bedroom with its own extended pergola garden terrace and voluminous built足 in wardrobes. A stylish bathroom completes the ground floor.
Featured Property The master bedroom is on the first floor in a setting of pure indulgence. Very spacious and full of light, it features a sculpted designer dressing table, a full wall of builtin robes and a fullsize private shower ensuite. The bedroom opens to a rare, more than generous, balcony, screened to offer perfect privacy. Here you have enviable views of the lighthouse (900m), and the sparkling turquoise of the sea, a mere 180m away.Luxury Seaside Villa in Kato Paphos There is also a discreetly sheltered, private roof terrace (one level above), a unique venue for that perfect tan! Fully furnished and totally refurbished, the villa is not new…but ‘as new’. Many of the designer furniture and furnishings are new additions, so you will have no need to shop… just bring your suitcases and move seamlessly into your wonderful new treasure. Viewing is a must! The villa is, chic, stylish, uncompromisingly sophisticated but nevertheless welcoming and could easily grace the cover of a fashion magazine. Make it yours… you deserve it.
Price: €389,000 http://www.fitzgeraldprestige.com/properties/1588katopaphos/
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Abitare Classy Apartment Abitare Apartments project in Kato Paphos is an ‘oasis in a park’ like setting, a residential hub that satisfies your entire wish list with this purchase. Leafy outlook, quiet location, sparkling swimming pool and it is all there for you to enjoy. You have the convenience of living close to the beach (30 minutes leisurely walk or take a bus) and visit the Kato Paphos eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, bars, etc. Abundant natural light permeates the spacious living areas. Interesting and exceedingly generous fanshaped interior is finished with timeless interior design. The focus is the generous 24sqm south facing balcony that spans the living area and the master bedroom where formal and casual meet to enrich your lifestyle…. The second floor apartment opens to the bright open plan living area finished in a modern palate of subtle hues, sleek surfaces and interesting angles. Sliding glass doors open seamlessly to the balcony with natural wood pergola and dramatic views over whole of Abitare central courtyard. The trapezium shaped kitchen is interestingly arranged to provide utmost functionality with jet black natural granite worktops, quality contemporary appliances and amply cherrywood finished storage space. The two double bedrooms and the full bathroom are accessible from the discreetly screened short corridor off the living room. The bedrooms offer built in wardrobes and overhead fans. The master bedroom has a full family bathroom.
Price: €112,000
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Fitzgerald's New Properties Chloraka View Apt €45,000 Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Distinctly private top floor apartment with best views. Versatile open plan design with entertainer balconies. Stylish apartment with Title Deeds Ref: 1504 http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1504
Abitare 3 Bed Apt €145,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Small project close to Kato Paphos tourist hub and beach. 1st floor apartment. Living area opens to private balcony overlooking central pool. Master bedroom with en suite. Title Deeds Ref:1582 http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1582
Regina Gardens Apt €68,000 Beds: 1 Baths: 1 One bedroom apt that’s a treasure: spacious interior, great balcony & sea views. Perfect setting to unwind, relax or entertain. Walking distance to restaurants & public transport. 700m to the sea. T.Deeds Ref: 1587 http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1587
Kato Paphos Semi Detached Villa €149,000 Beds 3 Baths 2 3 bedrooms, close proximity of all the tourist hotspots, the sea and the harbour… Best range of Paphos resale properties. Title Deeds Ref: 1590 http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1590
Pissouri Bay Chalet Villa
Kings Mall End Terrace
€275,000 Beds 3 Baths 3
€179,000 Beds 3 Baths 2
Chaletvilla with an inviting façade of a substantial and stunning home. Big plot, private pool, views, 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite. Estate with club house, tennis courts & pool... Ref:1585
3 bedroomed end townhouse with a private courtyards and an attractive walkin pool. 200m to sea, 200m to Tombs of the Kings Road in a very desirable established seaside neighbourhood.T. Deeds Ref: 1592
http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1585
http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus/properties/1592
What's On with Jezabel Prepare for an influx of tribute artists in 2014 as Kendall & Morrelli bring in a different one from the UK each month. Separately, there’s a Status Quo tribute in the offing, and a couple more rock and jazz bands forming. The Paphos Blues Brothers have plans for new shows and elsewhere some brand new exciting ideas are being banded about watch this space! For more events and details see www.groovejetmedia.com LISTINGS page or tune in to Rock FM 98.5 (Pafos) 106.7 (Polis) 89.2 (Limassol) Wednesday 1st January The Homeless Band 10pm at Gabriels Tavern, Kouklia 99617845 Thursday 2nd Funtastic present ‘Cinderella’ 3pm & 7.30pm at Ta Astra, Pafos Town 99831136 www.groovejetmedia.com Friday 3rd Groovejet 8 11pm at Keg & Barrel, Kato Pafos 99831136 Saturday 4th Kaela Santosh as Tina Turner plus support 9pm12.30pm at Kikkos Bar Coral Bay Strip Sunday 5th Polis & Demetra 9.30 pm at Fairytale Bar, opp Papantoniou Pafos town 99632346 Monday 6th Davey Woodford 9.30pm at The Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Tuesday 7th Singers Jezebel & LisaMarie present a quiz & bingo night with music at Cliff Bar, Tala 7.30pm €2 entry prizes to win 99831136 Wednesday 8th Kyp plays sitar 7.30pm at Poppadoms Indian Restaurant TOK Rd Kissonerga
Thursday 9th Andriano 9.30pm at The Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Friday 10th The Motown Cowgirls 8 11pm at Keg & Barrel, Kato Pafos 99831136 Saturday 11th Buble, Rock n Roll & Blues Brothers shows 8pm at Veranda Bar, TOK Rd Kato Pafos Sunday 12th Jezebel sings 1 4pm at Paradise Restaurant, just off St George Hill Xlorakas 99033693 Monday 13th Davey Woodford 9.30pm at The Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Tuesday 14th Singers Jezebel & LisaMarie present a quiz & bingo night with music at Cliff Bar, Tala 7.30pm €2 entry prizes to win 99831136 Wednesday 15th The Homeless Band 10pm at Gabriels Tavern, Kouklia 99617845 Thursday 16th Jukebox Rockers male duo 8.30pm at The Frog & Toad, Coral Bay 26343876 Friday 17th Spooky 8 11pm at Keg & Barrel, Kato Pafos 99831136 Saturday 18th Spooky rockblues band 9pm midnight at Platea Tavern, Pissouri Square 99831136 Sunday 19th Polis & Demetra 9.30 pm at Fairytale Bar, opp Papantoniou Pafos town 99632346 Monday 20th Davey Woodford 9.30pm at The Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Tuesday 21st Singers Jezebel & LisaMarie present a quiz & bingo night with music at Cliff Bar, Tala 7.30pm €2 entry prizes to win 99831136
Wednesday 22nd Kyp plays sitar 7.30pm at Poppadoms Indian Restaurant TOK Rd Kissonerga Thursday 23rd Celine Dion tribute 7.30pm at Vatouthkia, beyond Kamares €25 inc. meal 96818066 www.kendallandmorrelli.com Friday 24th Disco Dolls 8 11pm at Keg & Barrel, Kato Pafos 99831136 Saturday 25th Tina Chester 7pm at Old Kamaroudi Tavern, Konia €25 inc. meal 9924 8182 Celine Dion tribute 8pm at Paliomonastirio, Peiga €12.50 inc. meal 96818066 www.kendallandmorrelli.com Sunday 26th Celine Dion tribute 7.30pm at Polis Cultural Centre €12.50 inc. meal 96818066 www.kendallandmorrelli.com Monday 27th Davey Woodford 9.30pm at The Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187 Tuesday 28th Singers Jezebel & LisaMarie present a quiz & bingo night with music at Cliff Bar, Tala 7.30pm €2 entry prizes to win 99831136 Wednesday 29th The Homeless Band 10pm at Gabriels Tavern, Kouklia 99617845 Thursday 30th Les Holmes multi instrumentalist 7pm at Veranda, TOK Rd Kato Pafos off coast side 95507005 Friday 31st Groovejet 8 11pm at Keg & Barrel, Kato Pafos 99831136 Vacant (punk band) at 2 Yorks Boxing Night, Episkopi Garrison 99974476