July
Fitzgerald Estates Paphos Digest
www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com Fitzgerald Estates Ltd July
Fitzgerald Estates Solomos Court 74 Apostolos Pavlou Ave Kato Paphos Cyprus 8046
Featured Property
Tel: +357 26 930345 Fax: + 357 26930929 e: contact@fitzgeraldcyprus.com web: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com
We aim to bring you the BEST VALUE properties in Paphos and now they are even better value... • Safe & Secure Investments • No VAT charge to pay • Fully equipped and often fully furnished • 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 Estates only list properties that are safe to buy and have a full record of any encumbrances on each property.
You’ll love this spacious low level home with a perfect east–west orientation which means a healthy dose of sunshine all day long! The welcoming pool is surrounded by pleasant courtyards with a secluded garden terrace curving to the back. Both bedrooms have stylish en‐ suites both with marble effect vanity units. The master bedrooms en‐suite features heated towel rail and fan heater. The master bedroom en‐suite is also accessible from the hallway To find out more just quote the reference number 1176. (See Page 7) We continue to advertise our world class website on the famous British property website ‘Rightmove’, the Cyprus Mail, Essential Paphos magazine and the Russian magazine ‘My Island’ (Moi Ostrov) attracting sellers as well as buyers. We are seeing consolidation of prices at current realistic levels. As more people wake up to the fact that this is a wonderful opportunity to buy villas, prices will increase however prices for apartments will continue to be soft because there is a big oversupply of this type of properties.
Cash in on the C Currency Bonuss
At Fitzgeraald Estates we pridee ourselves on being different in many ways. We are a prop perty positive w marketingg firm, totally independent and markeet leaders in the Paphos re‐ sale propeerty market.
TThe Euro has been excessively strong ng compared to Sterlin and the Russian Ro ouble f for some time whic ch has affected everyo one here in Cyprus. Tou urism and property have been the most ock‐on effect to affected with a kno v virtually every othe er business.
Our comprehensive industry knowledgee, re‐sale market exxpertise, powerful iinternet and local p presence give you the competitive edgge when buying or selling a property. Buying or selling, thiis is one of the bigggest decisions yyou’ll ever make. N Naturally, you want the best possible outcome.
However over the llast few months, t the Euro has weake ened and now Cyprus has becomee a great “value for money” destination n. With the Pound buying 20% more than 18 months ago o % more than last and the Rouble 20% J July, now is the tim me to take advantage of propeerty prices. Our resale propertiies at Fitzgerald Estates have alwayys been priced realistically, but thee weak Euro makess t them even more at ttractive. In such v volatile financial tim mes, now is the t time to ‘seize the d day’ and buy property in Paphoss which has just become an even beetter investment.
Daryl’s commitment is to offeer sound d an advice thaat you can trust and exceptional customer servicee that of the covers all levels and phases o buying and selling process. For Premium service and Excceptional results, disscuss the purchase or sale of your homee with Daryl Fitzgerrald.
With property pricees low at the W moment, as soon aas demand starts to rise, then naturally, property prices w will start to rise too o. The bargains thatt are here now will n not be here for long. nd the demand for Fitzgerald’s sales an property are increaasing and we are seeing enquiries an nd sales for properties across the board from
Leaders in n Re‐sale Propertiess
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single bedroom apartments to 4 and 5 bedroom villas. So, if you’re looking to buy a property, don’t hesitate! This unexpected currency bonus may not last long.
Pope Benedict XVI in Paphos Celebrating an ecumenical service at Ayia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa Church (traditionally known as the Church by St. Paul’s Pillar) the Pontiff brought message of unity, charity and peace all the while striving to achieve the ‘full communion’ of apostolic faith between churches. Pope Benedict Brings Message of Peace and Reconciliation His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to Cyprus on 4th June‐6th received an enthusiastic welcome from all of Cyprus, young and old, Christians and non Christians alike. “It is truly an extraordinary grace for us to gather in this church where St Paul preached in the presence of Roman Pro‐Consul Sergius Paulus; thus from this place that the Gospel message began to spread”, His Holiness said. Pope Benedict’s historic pilgrimage to Paphos follows in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul who, accompanied by Barnabas and Mark, come to Cyprus on their first stage of the missionary journey (cf Acts 13:1‐4).
The excitement of the visit touched Fitzgerald’s as Daryl’s daughter Andrea was appointed the official parish photographer, a role she simply relished. Daryl was the ‘photographer’s assistant’!
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As usual her expertise shone through and the photos are simply stunning. The whole series of photos was gifted to the Paphos Parish to help raise money for the building of the St Michael’s Hospice. If you would like to an album (38 photos) of the visit please contact: andrea@fitzgeraldcyprus.co m or donaghy@cytanet.com.cy
Festivals
Archaeological Treasure
Agia Paraskevi Fair
The site of an ancient city state of Idalion, founded by Chalcanor, the descendant of King Priam of Troy, has revealed another archaeological treasure.
The saint's days are cause for much celebration in Cyprus and each year St Paraskevi's Day is honoured at churches around the country. Each town and village celebrates it in their own particular way but there is usually a religious service held on the evening before the day and then another on the day itself.
Phoenicians captured the city in the middle of the fifth century BC and governed it for 150 years. The marble slabs found at the site are inscriptions of taxes and are part of the Phoenician Archives and indicate the methods used for the collection of taxes.
West of the city boundary a newly discovered Phoenician garrison fort features a large‐scale fortified building complex, probably the Palace or the administrative centre and the largest so far indentified in Cyprus. It is strictly defensive in character with interior towers that control the interior streets and the large rectangular courtyards.
The town of Paphos goes one step further and combines the occasion with a traditional fair with performances, entertainment and traditional stalls selling food, drink and handicrafts. 01 Jul 2010 ‐ 31 Jul 2010
Arkadia Festival In August visit the village of Kallepeia in the Paphos region that comes alive for the annual Arkadia Festival. This event celebrates the beauty of the area and is a great day for all the family.
The site also reveals featured roads that lead to the complexes' courtyards from the external gate, towers and impressive storage buildings which house and military installations.
Foreigners join locals to experience traditional Cypriot hospitality at the
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emotional perception of the artists is portrayed through the description of places, slightly typified description of characters and impressive scenes while the lyric quality of the music valorises the opera of the time.
Arkadia Festival that includes live music, traditional dancing and great food for which the region is famous.
Paphos Aphrodite Festival 2010 “Paphos Aphrodite Festival” opens its gate for the twelfth consecutive year aspiring to offer all music aficionados a unique experience leading them through the magic paths of lyric drama.
For further information and reservations contact the Company’s office in Pafos at 26822218 or at the all Cyprus toll‐free number 8000 8005. rd th Sept 3 – 5 2010
La Bohème is the 4th in line opera of G. Puccini following Le Villi (1884), Edgar (1889) and Manon Lescaut (1890). The libretto is in Italian and consists of four acts, full of tragic but also comic moments just like real life. It is based on the literary work Scenes de la vie de Bohème by the French author Henry Murger but with characteristic differences in the plot from the original work of Murger. This text was processed by the librettists Luigi Illica (1859‐1919) and Giuseppe Giacosa (1847‐1906).
Paphos Harbour Big Band
For the last 6 years Paphians and visitors flock to the annual brass band concert staged at the Paphos Harbour courtesy of the British armed forces. This year, The Grand Charity Military Band Concert was given by The Royal Signals (Northern) Band who, we were told, came to Cyprus on a two week ‘camping holiday’.
La Bohème premiered on 1st February 1896 at the Teatro Regio in Torino. It is a masterpiece which even though doesn’t follow a definite form, combines realism with pure Italian melody with great success. In the context of La Bohème the urban,
The ‘camping holiday’ was anything but given the extensive engagement list! Next stop is the Ancient Curium Amphitheatre.
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Paphos evvent was sponsored d by the District Grrand Lodge of Cypru us with proceeds benefitting the Archbishop Makarios Children’s Hospital, the d other Mayor of Paphos Charity and charitablee organisations.
Nearly 700 people came to the njoying good music evening concert en and entertainmentt sketches in perfect w weather. The bar w was popular as w well... people do ge et thirsty on a balmy summers’ evvening.
Featured Pro operty
Konia 2 bed Bun ngalow
h of Paphos you’ll fiind charming Konia village, full of rustiic charm, good 2km north communitty spirit and plenty of lifestyle attractio ons. Konia is a favourite with young profession nals working in the city and expats dessiring to soak up thee local culture and, should you so wish, a good o opportunity to brush h up on the languagge. In a nutshell, distinction where enjoying a well‐deseerved ‘good life’ is it’s a villagge of considerable d easy and ffun You’ll lovee this spacious low level home. For starters you have the perfecct east–west orientation which means a healthy dose of sunshin ne all day long! The welcoming pool is surrounded by pleasant ccourtyards (low maintenance) with a secluded garden terrace cu urving to the back. O On the side, you have the luxury of both covered and uncovered d terrace, which dou ubles as a ont courtyard preseents a covered parking area. The fro welcomingg ambiance with vaarious shrubs and flowering bougainvillea arching over th he gated entrance.
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The in nterior is delightfullly open plan with the sitting – dining room m featuring two setss uble patio doors invviting plenty of of dou sunligght and extending yyour living room outwaards to the front gaarden courtyard. The kitchen area curves to the back and ooks the pool patio o. The kitchen has overlo exten nsive storage with flloor and wall cabinetry curving along threee walls, ending with h a sizable breakfast bar. All appliancess are in‐ situ with a conveniently elevaated oven. A lengthy hallway leads to a ggenerous utility roo om and two spaciou us bedrooms. The bedroomss are wonderfully bright and cheery. Faacing the back courrtyard garden, and featuring sstylishly outfitted een‐suite bathrooms, characterised by ssuperb versatility, each bathroom features a maarbled vanity and full screen walk‐in shower. The masterr her bathroom bedroom en‐suite is also acceessible from the haallway whilst the oth de. To find out more about this delighttful property see features aa side door to outsid our websitte www.fitzgeraldccyprus.com or call us on +357 26 93034 45 and quote reference 1176
TThe office is walkin ng distance from t the Tomb of the Kin ngs area and also Kato Paphos. If you have a propeerty of any kind to sell in the Paphos aarea with Title Deeds in your name please come and see us we are always looking for new properties to fulfil tthe needs of our clients.
Our officee is open 9am to 5.3 30pm, 6 days a week including bank h holidays with no brreak for lunch. So iff you only have yourr lunch break to seee us, you are welcome to come along aand have a coffee and a chat!
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Greek Id dol While mosst ex‐pats may follo ow X‐ Factor or B Britain’s got talent on TV for their entertainment there haave been some interesting things happ pening on Cyprus TV V too. Most people aare probably n not too familiar witth Greek Idol, it folllows the usual form mat of up and comin ng talent. What hass made it interestingg recently is that bo oth the finalists arre from Cyprus.
Valando o Trifonos
Nicol Paparistodem mou is known to the e f fans from the 2009 9 Eurovision National Final of Cyyprus. Valando T Trifonos also partic cipated in the 2006 Cyprus national final.
D David Guetta
N Nicol Paparestodemou u
One of the most in demand producerss on the planet, Daviid Guetta, is comingg t to Cyprus for one u unforgettable night.David Guetta is a French house Originally a DJ at producer and DJ. O nightclubs during the 1980s and ded label Gum 1990s, he co‐found Productions and reeleased his first album, Just a Little More Love, in 2001. Limited number of tickets ons (Zizel shop), at available at Madiso all Coffee Beanery and Acapella storess across Cyprus and aat Stokkos Kiosk in Paphos.
Nicol Papaarestodemou from Paphos who is 18 and has already ventured world of Eurovision. She into the w turned out what many consid dered the ormance on the night but best perfo was beateen by Valando Tryfo onos from Nicosia wh ho was the hot favo ourite to win.
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14th International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama The International Festival of Ancient Greek Drama is an annual event which attracts professional theatre companies from various parts of the world. Over the years it hosted companies from Greece, Britain, U.S.A., Germany, Russia, Romania, Sweden, Croatia, Bulgaria, Italy/Austria, Korea and Cyprus. This wide international participation in the Festival helps to bring out the universality of ancient Greek drama and underline its living presence in today’s world. The Festival is held in the summer and specifically in July when Cyprus attracts visitors from all over the world. Thus with its performances it brings ancient Greek drama into contact with a multicultural audiences.
Out and About in Paphos! From our own paparazzi collection. Fáilte Pafos
Colin & Conor hit the town
Info: 22674920 www.cyprusevents.net
Daryl joined in too (with Michele & Maxine)
Entrance: €17 / €8 for National Guard, Students and Senior Citizens
Paphos Harbour Big Band
Tickets: Paphos: Moufflon Bookshop 26934850 Stokkos 26947037 Time Out 26949522 Limassol: Jmz Copy Centre 25355123
Daryl anticipates!
Nicosia: Ticket Sales Centre Th.O.C.77772717
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