CY PR US SHORT ESCAPES… GREAT DISCOVERIES!!!
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Contents Package Reservations 2 Introduction 4 - 5 Special Offers 6-7 Packages 8 - 9 Pafos 10 - 13 Lemesos 14 -17 Larnaka 18 - 19 Agia Napa / Protaras 20 - 23 Lefkosia 24 - 25 Hillside Resorts 26 - 27 Spa Holidays 28 - 29
The preparation the “Cyprus, Short Escapes, Great Discoveries” programme has been made possible through the co-operation of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation, the Cyprus Hotel Association and the Association of Cyprus Tourist Enterprises, the Federation of Associations of Restaurateurs in Cyprus, the Pancyprian Restaurant Association and all hotels and other premises participating in this programme. PRODUCTION: CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION ARTWORK: ΑΛΕΞΗΣ ΣΑΒΒΙΔΗΣ | ΕΚΤΥΠΩΣΗ: PRINTING: Konos Press Ltd
Reservations For reservations/ information please call 22713760 or log on to our website www.cyprusshortescapes.com (via Top Kinisis Travel) Reservations are accepted up until 2 days prior to THE date of booking, that is, the previous Thursday of the said weekend at 12:00 (midday). Cancellations A cancellation with full refund can be made at least a week before the arrival date. 2
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Contents Package Reservations 2 Introduction 4 - 5 Special Offers 6-7 Packages 8 - 9 Pafos 10 - 13 Lemesos 14 -17 Larnaka 18 - 19 Agia Napa / Protaras 20 - 23 Lefkosia 24 - 25 Hillside Resorts 26 - 27 Spa Holidays 28 - 29
The preparation the “Cyprus, Short Escapes, Great Discoveries” programme has been made possible through the co-operation of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation, the Cyprus Hotel Association and the Association of Cyprus Tourist Enterprises, the Federation of Associations of Restaurateurs in Cyprus, the Pancyprian Restaurant Association and all hotels and other premises participating in this programme. PRODUCTION: CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION ARTWORK: ΑΛΕΞΗΣ ΣΑΒΒΙΔΗΣ | ΕΚΤΥΠΩΣΗ: PRINTING: Konos Press Ltd
Reservations For reservations/ information please call 22713760 or log on to our website www.cyprusshortescapes.com (via Top Kinisis Travel) Reservations are accepted up until 2 days prior to THE date of booking, that is, the previous Thursday of the said weekend at 12:00 (midday). Cancellations A cancellation with full refund can be made at least a week before the arrival date. 2
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WHAT’S BETTER THAN A WEEKEND BREAK? Everything is ready and waiting for you! All you need to do is get off your couch and book your dream package.
EXTRAORDINARY PACKAGES! You can customize your own package – The “escapes” on offer include a great choice of two, three, four and five star hotels, as well as hotel apartments. In all cases, this includes single or double room accommodation from Saturday noon to a late Sunday check-out. The hotel offers both dinner and breakfast, with Sunday lunch provided at a local restaurant in the chosen district. You could participate in one of our complimentary guided thematic excursions (offered by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation), or visit museums, churches and other places of interest. In most cases You may also take in the island’s magnificent scenery, while enjoying some of our short walks and beautiful trails. And if a relaxing weekend is what you have in mind, choose our ‘Spa Holiday’ option.
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SHORT ESCAPES… Picturesque scenery, cozy spots, lavish comforts and gustatory delights – this is Cyprus, yours to discover through the amazing and affordable packages that the Cyprus Tourism Organisation has prepared for you…
GREAT DISCOVERIES!!! Travel to familiar or undiscovered destinations in Cyprus, and leave the planning to us. We will take care of your accommodation, meals and activities. A unique, stress-free weekend is yours to enjoy. Relax, you deserve it!
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WHAT’S BETTER THAN A WEEKEND BREAK? Everything is ready and waiting for you! All you need to do is get off your couch and book your dream package.
EXTRAORDINARY PACKAGES! You can customize your own package – The “escapes” on offer include a great choice of two, three, four and five star hotels, as well as hotel apartments. In all cases, this includes single or double room accommodation from Saturday noon to a late Sunday check-out. The hotel offers both dinner and breakfast, with Sunday lunch provided at a local restaurant in the chosen district. You could participate in one of our complimentary guided thematic excursions (offered by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation), or visit museums, churches and other places of interest. In most cases You may also take in the island’s magnificent scenery, while enjoying some of our short walks and beautiful trails. And if a relaxing weekend is what you have in mind, choose our ‘Spa Holiday’ option.
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SHORT ESCAPES… Picturesque scenery, cozy spots, lavish comforts and gustatory delights – this is Cyprus, yours to discover through the amazing and affordable packages that the Cyprus Tourism Organisation has prepared for you…
GREAT DISCOVERIES!!! Travel to familiar or undiscovered destinations in Cyprus, and leave the planning to us. We will take care of your accommodation, meals and activities. A unique, stress-free weekend is yours to enjoy. Relax, you deserve it!
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Let’s All Go Together For groups of more than 40 people, the CTO offers free transportation by bus, both to and from the base district. The group programme should follow one of the predefined tours described in the booklet.
Spa Holidays This programme now includes a ‘Spa Holiday’ option, which offers full board accommodation and spa treatment. For more information, please turn to pages 28-29.
Vouchers You may purchase €50 or €100 vouchers by telephone or from the programme’s website, which you can then give to friends or family. In order to redeem your voucher, please call the reservations hotline at: (00357) 22 713760.
Escape to tradition For your escape to the countryside, you can make your booking at: www.agrotourism.com.cy
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Let’s All Go Together For groups of more than 40 people, the CTO offers free transportation by bus, both to and from the base district. The group programme should follow one of the predefined tours described in the booklet.
Spa Holidays This programme now includes a ‘Spa Holiday’ option, which offers full board accommodation and spa treatment. For more information, please turn to pages 28-29.
Vouchers You may purchase €50 or €100 vouchers by telephone or from the programme’s website, which you can then give to friends or family. In order to redeem your voucher, please call the reservations hotline at: (00357) 22 713760.
Escape to tradition For your escape to the countryside, you can make your booking at: www.agrotourism.com.cy
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Packages
SUNDAY LUNCH The package prices include a Sunday lunch (drinks not included) at a tavern in the district of your stay. The taverns typically offer meze. For a fish meze, an additional charge of €3per person will be added to the package price.
PACKAGE PRICES INCLUDE
The package includes arrival at the premises of your choice on midday Saturday, overnight stay, dinner and breakfast at the hotel the next day, as well as lunch at a restaurant of your choice. Beverages are not included in the package price. On Sunday, we offer a half day excursion in the region of your stay. The guided tour can be conducted in Greek or English accordingly. All listed prices are per person.
DURATION OF PACKAGES 01/10/14-30/06/15 (Excluded weekends: 27/28.12.14, 21/22.02.15, 11/12.4.15, 30/31/5.15
DOUBLE ROOM
SINGLE ROOM
Hotel
€75
€90
€17.50
€59
€57.50
Hotel
€60
€75
€15
€48
€45
Hotel
€50
€65
€15
€42
€35
Hotel
€45
€50
€15
€39
€22.50
Hotel Ap. A
€50
€55
€15
€42
€27.50
Hotel Ap. B
€45
€50
€15
€39
€22.50
Hotel Ap. C
€40
€45
€15
€36
€17.50
Spa Holidays
€100
€110
PACKAGE PRICES
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CHILD UNDER 3RD PERSON 2ND ROOM WITH THE AGE OF 12 IN DOUBLE 2 CHILDREN UNDER IN PARENTS ROOM THE AGE OF 12 ROOM
DOUBLE ROOM
SINGLE ROOM
CHILD UNDER THE AGE OF 12 IN PARENTS’ ROOM
3RD PERSON IN DOUBLE ROOM
2ND ROOM WITH 2 CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12
Hotel
€40
€55
Free
€24
€40
Hotel
€30
€45
Free
€18
€30
Hotel
€20
€35
Free
€12
€20
EXTENSION OF STAY
Hotel
€15
€20
Free
€9
€7.50
Hotel Ap. A
€20
€30
Free
€12
€12.50
Hotel Ap. B
€15
€20
Free
€9
€7.50
Hotel Ap. C
€10
€10
Free
€6
€2.50
Spa Holidays
€45
€70
1. Hill resort are offered at the price of a 3 star hotel. 2. The rooms will be either sea or Mountain View according to hotel availability. 3. The prices listed above are those given by the tourist resorts. The Cyprus Tourism Organisation is in no way responsible for any deviations that might occur. The prices are valid only for the periods listed above. 4. No charge for children under the age of 6. 5. For the Spa Holidays the Sunday lunch will be offered in the hotel. 6. For Spa Holidays, hotels only offer double or single rooms. 7. For groups of 40 people and over free bus transfer is offered to and from the district of choice. 8. For Lefkosia district the extension of stay does not apply. 9. Changes in the excursion programmes might occur. 10. In cases where an entrance fee is applicable this should be paid by the participants. 11. In cases where an excursion is cancelled, the participants will be notified by the Friday prior to the weekend the excursion was supposed to take place in. 12. The minimum number of participants for an excursion to take place is 4 persons. 13. The minimum number of participants for the Pafos cruise to take place is 10 persons. 14. All reservations can be made through the office that administers the program, but not directly with the hotels and restaurants.
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Packages
SUNDAY LUNCH The package prices include a Sunday lunch (drinks not included) at a tavern in the district of your stay. The taverns typically offer meze. For a fish meze, an additional charge of €3per person will be added to the package price.
PACKAGE PRICES INCLUDE
The package includes arrival at the premises of your choice on midday Saturday, overnight stay, dinner and breakfast at the hotel the next day, as well as lunch at a restaurant of your choice. Beverages are not included in the package price. On Sunday, we offer a half day excursion in the region of your stay. The guided tour can be conducted in Greek or English accordingly. All listed prices are per person.
DURATION OF PACKAGES 01/10/14-30/06/15 (Excluded weekends: 27/28.12.14, 21/22.02.15, 11/12.4.15, 30/31/5.15
DOUBLE ROOM
SINGLE ROOM
Hotel
€75
€90
€17.50
€59
€57.50
Hotel
€60
€75
€15
€48
€45
Hotel
€50
€65
€15
€42
€35
Hotel
€45
€50
€15
€39
€22.50
Hotel Ap. A
€50
€55
€15
€42
€27.50
Hotel Ap. B
€45
€50
€15
€39
€22.50
Hotel Ap. C
€40
€45
€15
€36
€17.50
Spa Holidays
€100
€110
PACKAGE PRICES
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CHILD UNDER 3RD PERSON 2ND ROOM WITH THE AGE OF 12 IN DOUBLE 2 CHILDREN UNDER IN PARENTS ROOM THE AGE OF 12 ROOM
DOUBLE ROOM
SINGLE ROOM
CHILD UNDER THE AGE OF 12 IN PARENTS’ ROOM
3RD PERSON IN DOUBLE ROOM
2ND ROOM WITH 2 CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12
Hotel
€40
€55
Free
€24
€40
Hotel
€30
€45
Free
€18
€30
Hotel
€20
€35
Free
€12
€20
EXTENSION OF STAY
Hotel
€15
€20
Free
€9
€7.50
Hotel Ap. A
€20
€30
Free
€12
€12.50
Hotel Ap. B
€15
€20
Free
€9
€7.50
Hotel Ap. C
€10
€10
Free
€6
€2.50
Spa Holidays
€45
€70
1. Hill resort are offered at the price of a 3 star hotel. 2. The rooms will be either sea or Mountain View according to hotel availability. 3. The prices listed above are those given by the tourist resorts. The Cyprus Tourism Organisation is in no way responsible for any deviations that might occur. The prices are valid only for the periods listed above. 4. No charge for children under the age of 6. 5. For the Spa Holidays the Sunday lunch will be offered in the hotel. 6. For Spa Holidays, hotels only offer double or single rooms. 7. For groups of 40 people and over free bus transfer is offered to and from the district of choice. 8. For Lefkosia district the extension of stay does not apply. 9. Changes in the excursion programmes might occur. 10. In cases where an entrance fee is applicable this should be paid by the participants. 11. In cases where an excursion is cancelled, the participants will be notified by the Friday prior to the weekend the excursion was supposed to take place in. 12. The minimum number of participants for an excursion to take place is 4 persons. 13. The minimum number of participants for the Pafos cruise to take place is 10 persons. 14. All reservations can be made through the office that administers the program, but not directly with the hotels and restaurants.
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PAFOS
APARTMENT CATEGORY Anemi Hotel Apartments
Participation in the programme: 21/10/14-30/04/15
The birthplace of Aphrodite. Pafos, with its clear blue seas, its green and golden hillsides, its picturesque harbour and its cosmopolitan spirit, provides an unforgettable experience!
HOTELS CATEGORY Coral Beach Hotel & Resort
*****
Venus Beach Hotel
*****
King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort Alexander the Great Beach Hotel
***** ****
St George Hotel
****
Aloe Hotel Cyprotel Laura Beach Hotel Sentido Cypria Bay Cyprotel Cypria Maris
**** **** **** ****
Droushia Heights Hotel Queens Bay Hotel
*** ***
Veronica
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Cynthiana Beach Hotel
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Agapinor Hotel Leptos Paphos Gardens Hotel
*** ***
Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-31/03/15 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-02/11/14 & 01/04/15-30/06/15
Participation in the programme: 01/11/2014 – 31/03/2015 Participation in the programme: 12/10/14-20/12/14 & 01/03/15-30/06/15
Participation in the programme: 01/10/14 – 31/10/14 & 01/05/15-30/06/15
Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-28/10/14 & 08/04/15-30/06/15 Participation in the programme: 01/11/14-30/06/15 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-16/11/14 & 28/03/15-30/06/15
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Hotel Apartment A
RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
Periklis Restaurant Amarakos Farm House The New King’s of Aphrodite Taverna Konia (Closed: 23/12/13-23/01/14) Kyra Frosini Ambassador (PreBook is necessary) Piatsa Greka Cyprus Traditonal Tavern Atlandida Yiannis Tavern Spring of life forever
1, Demokratias Av., Nata Kato Akourdalia 33, Tombs of the kings 48, Griva Digeni, Konia 4,Filoklitou,Kato Paphos 6, Tepeleniou, Germasogia 11, Georgiou Kleanthous, Kathikas 31, Chrysorrogiatissis
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PAFOS
APARTMENT CATEGORY Anemi Hotel Apartments
Participation in the programme: 21/10/14-30/04/15
The birthplace of Aphrodite. Pafos, with its clear blue seas, its green and golden hillsides, its picturesque harbour and its cosmopolitan spirit, provides an unforgettable experience!
HOTELS CATEGORY Coral Beach Hotel & Resort
*****
Venus Beach Hotel
*****
King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort Alexander the Great Beach Hotel
***** ****
St George Hotel
****
Aloe Hotel Cyprotel Laura Beach Hotel Sentido Cypria Bay Cyprotel Cypria Maris
**** **** **** ****
Droushia Heights Hotel Queens Bay Hotel
*** ***
Veronica
***
Cynthiana Beach Hotel
***
Agapinor Hotel Leptos Paphos Gardens Hotel
*** ***
Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-31/03/15 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-02/11/14 & 01/04/15-30/06/15
Participation in the programme: 01/11/2014 – 31/03/2015 Participation in the programme: 12/10/14-20/12/14 & 01/03/15-30/06/15
Participation in the programme: 01/10/14 – 31/10/14 & 01/05/15-30/06/15
Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-28/10/14 & 08/04/15-30/06/15 Participation in the programme: 01/11/14-30/06/15 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-16/11/14 & 28/03/15-30/06/15
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Hotel Apartment A
RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
Periklis Restaurant Amarakos Farm House The New King’s of Aphrodite Taverna Konia (Closed: 23/12/13-23/01/14) Kyra Frosini Ambassador (PreBook is necessary) Piatsa Greka Cyprus Traditonal Tavern Atlandida Yiannis Tavern Spring of life forever
1, Demokratias Av., Nata Kato Akourdalia 33, Tombs of the kings 48, Griva Digeni, Konia 4,Filoklitou,Kato Paphos 6, Tepeleniou, Germasogia 11, Georgiou Kleanthous, Kathikas 31, Chrysorrogiatissis
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PAFOS THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Municipal Parking Place (Archaeological Park entrance) Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route A: Cyprus of Yesterday and Today
05/10/14, 26/10/14, 16/11/14, 07/12/14, 18/01/15, 08/02/15, 05/04/15, 26/04/15, 17/05/15
• Transfer to Salamiou Village and visit Panayia Salamiotissa Monastery and/ or the Environmental Centre • Transfer to Mesana Village and visit Ayios Tichikos church • Visit a local winery or apiary (bee yard) • Return to Pafos meeting point
Route B: Meet Akamas
(Minimum number of participants is 8 people and the maximum is 32. The system will operate on a first come first served basis) 01/03/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 29/03/15
Route D: An Exceptional Experience
19/10/14, 09/11/14, 30/11/14, 21/12/14, 11/01/15, 01/02/15, 19/04/15, 10/05/15
• Transfer to Episkopi village (the so-called Meteora of Paphos), guided walk through the village and the Environmental Centre • Optional Hiking Route (around 50 minutes) at the trail of Ezousa’s river (during April and May) or visit Ayia Paraskevi in Geroskipou • Return to Pafos meeting point
Route E: All on Board
(THIS EXCURSION WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAYS. DEPARTURE TIME IS AT 16:30). 06/06/15, 13/06/15, 20/06/15, 27/06/15
• Transfer to Polis Chrysochous or Pafos Harbour (depending on availability) and tour with a boat. • Return at 20:00 (dinner will be offered on board). • Participation fee: 2 euro per person which will be paid prior to departure. • Not accompanied by a tour guide.
• Departure at 09.00 with a Land Rover Defender from the Archaeological Park in Pafos. • Transfer to Ayios Georgios in Pegeia to take photos and guide in the Ayios Georgios church. • Transfer to Avakas Gorge for hiking at the nature trail. • Short stop in Lara. • Continue the excursion through the woods with different stops to take photos. Lunch at a local restaurant which is included in the package fee (it does not offer fish meze). • Return at the meeting point at 17.00 • Comfortable shoes for walking, a hat and water are essential. • The excursion is not advised for people with serious health issues.
Route C: Trachanas, Wine and Bon Apetit!
12/10/14, 02/11/14, 23/11/14, 14/12/14, 04/01/15, 25/01/15, 15/02/14, 03/05/15, 24/05/15
• Transfer and guided tour at the Ayia Marina convent • Transfer and guided tour at Statos – Ayios Fotios village. Visit a local winery or local artifacts workshop • Return to Pafos meeting point
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PAFOS THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Municipal Parking Place (Archaeological Park entrance) Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route A: Cyprus of Yesterday and Today
05/10/14, 26/10/14, 16/11/14, 07/12/14, 18/01/15, 08/02/15, 05/04/15, 26/04/15, 17/05/15
• Transfer to Salamiou Village and visit Panayia Salamiotissa Monastery and/ or the Environmental Centre • Transfer to Mesana Village and visit Ayios Tichikos church • Visit a local winery or apiary (bee yard) • Return to Pafos meeting point
Route B: Meet Akamas
(Minimum number of participants is 8 people and the maximum is 32. The system will operate on a first come first served basis) 01/03/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 29/03/15
Route D: An Exceptional Experience
19/10/14, 09/11/14, 30/11/14, 21/12/14, 11/01/15, 01/02/15, 19/04/15, 10/05/15
• Transfer to Episkopi village (the so-called Meteora of Paphos), guided walk through the village and the Environmental Centre • Optional Hiking Route (around 50 minutes) at the trail of Ezousa’s river (during April and May) or visit Ayia Paraskevi in Geroskipou • Return to Pafos meeting point
Route E: All on Board
(THIS EXCURSION WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAYS. DEPARTURE TIME IS AT 16:30). 06/06/15, 13/06/15, 20/06/15, 27/06/15
• Transfer to Polis Chrysochous or Pafos Harbour (depending on availability) and tour with a boat. • Return at 20:00 (dinner will be offered on board). • Participation fee: 2 euro per person which will be paid prior to departure. • Not accompanied by a tour guide.
• Departure at 09.00 with a Land Rover Defender from the Archaeological Park in Pafos. • Transfer to Ayios Georgios in Pegeia to take photos and guide in the Ayios Georgios church. • Transfer to Avakas Gorge for hiking at the nature trail. • Short stop in Lara. • Continue the excursion through the woods with different stops to take photos. Lunch at a local restaurant which is included in the package fee (it does not offer fish meze). • Return at the meeting point at 17.00 • Comfortable shoes for walking, a hat and water are essential. • The excursion is not advised for people with serious health issues.
Route C: Trachanas, Wine and Bon Apetit!
12/10/14, 02/11/14, 23/11/14, 14/12/14, 04/01/15, 25/01/15, 15/02/14, 03/05/15, 24/05/15
• Transfer and guided tour at the Ayia Marina convent • Transfer and guided tour at Statos – Ayios Fotios village. Visit a local winery or local artifacts workshop • Return to Pafos meeting point
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LEMESOS
LEMESOS THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Germasogeia CTO Information Office Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
An amazing beachside city, perfect for fun days and party nights. Walk the streets of the old city of Lemesos, stroll along the ‘Molos’ promenade, and visit our shops. At night, surrender yourself to the city’s unique rhythm - don’t expect to be home before dawn!
Route Α: A Different Sunday
HOTELS CATEGORY
Route Β: Sweet Embrace
Grand Resort
*****
St Raphael Resort
*****
Crowne Plaza
****
Kapetanios Odyssia Hotel
***
Participation in the programme: 01/10/2014 – 02/11/2014 & 01/04/2015 – 30/06/2015 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-31/05/15
Participation in the programme: 01/11/14-31/03/15 (exept 22/11/14, 21/02/15, 14/02/15)
05/10/14, 09/11/14, 14/12/14, 18/01/15, 29/03/15, 03/05/15, 07/06/15
• Transfer to Vasa Kilaniou village • Visit the Museum of Educational, the Zivania Museum and the Ecclesiastical Museum • Short visit at a local winery • Return to Lemesos meeting point 12/10/14, 16/11/14, 21/12/14, 25/01/15, 01/03/15, 05/04/15, 10/05/15, 14/06/15
• Transfer to Akapnou and visit Panayia tou Kampou church • Transfer to Arakapas – Visit Panayia Iamatiki church and a traditional products’ workshop • Return to Lemesos meeting point through Akrounta (valley of Amathou river, Germasogeia dam, orchard with citrus trees and A pine-tree forest
Route C: In The Footsteps Of Tradition
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RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
To Bouniotiko Fish Tavern Aggelos Prime grill restaurant - café Kiani akti Café la Mode Castle Square
11, Nikolaou Skoufa 91, Makariou, Mesa Geitonia Amerikanas 2 88A, Georgiou 09, Vasilissis
19/10/14, 23/11/14, 28/12/14, 01/02/15, 08/03/15, 17/05/15, 21/06/15
• Transfer to Kilani village • Stroll in the village and visit the Monogeni and Ayia Mavri churches • Visit the arkateno workshop or a local winery • Return to Lemesos meeting point through Trimiklini, making a stop at the market
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LEMESOS
LEMESOS THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Germasogeia CTO Information Office Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
An amazing beachside city, perfect for fun days and party nights. Walk the streets of the old city of Lemesos, stroll along the ‘Molos’ promenade, and visit our shops. At night, surrender yourself to the city’s unique rhythm - don’t expect to be home before dawn!
Route Α: A Different Sunday
HOTELS CATEGORY
Route Β: Sweet Embrace
Grand Resort
*****
St Raphael Resort
*****
Crowne Plaza
****
Kapetanios Odyssia Hotel
***
Participation in the programme: 01/10/2014 – 02/11/2014 & 01/04/2015 – 30/06/2015 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-31/05/15
Participation in the programme: 01/11/14-31/03/15 (exept 22/11/14, 21/02/15, 14/02/15)
05/10/14, 09/11/14, 14/12/14, 18/01/15, 29/03/15, 03/05/15, 07/06/15
• Transfer to Vasa Kilaniou village • Visit the Museum of Educational, the Zivania Museum and the Ecclesiastical Museum • Short visit at a local winery • Return to Lemesos meeting point 12/10/14, 16/11/14, 21/12/14, 25/01/15, 01/03/15, 05/04/15, 10/05/15, 14/06/15
• Transfer to Akapnou and visit Panayia tou Kampou church • Transfer to Arakapas – Visit Panayia Iamatiki church and a traditional products’ workshop • Return to Lemesos meeting point through Akrounta (valley of Amathou river, Germasogeia dam, orchard with citrus trees and A pine-tree forest
Route C: In The Footsteps Of Tradition
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RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
To Bouniotiko Fish Tavern Aggelos Prime grill restaurant - café Kiani akti Café la Mode Castle Square
11, Nikolaou Skoufa 91, Makariou, Mesa Geitonia Amerikanas 2 88A, Georgiou 09, Vasilissis
19/10/14, 23/11/14, 28/12/14, 01/02/15, 08/03/15, 17/05/15, 21/06/15
• Transfer to Kilani village • Stroll in the village and visit the Monogeni and Ayia Mavri churches • Visit the arkateno workshop or a local winery • Return to Lemesos meeting point through Trimiklini, making a stop at the market
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Route D: A Stroll in Town
26/10/14, 30/11/14, 04/01/15, 08/02/15, 15/03/15, 19/04/15, 24/05/15, 28/06/15
• Tour guide in Lemesos by bus, and a stroll in town (Amathous area, old town centre) • Return to Lemesos meeting point
Route Ε: A Magical Trip
02/11/14, 07/12/14, 11/01/15, 15/02/15, 22/03/15, 26/04/15
• Transfer to Kouka village and visit the church of the Holy Cross • Transfer ton Agios Georgios Silikou village and visit the small commandaria museum • Return to Lemesos meeting point
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Route D: A Stroll in Town
26/10/14, 30/11/14, 04/01/15, 08/02/15, 15/03/15, 19/04/15, 24/05/15, 28/06/15
• Tour guide in Lemesos by bus, and a stroll in town (Amathous area, old town centre) • Return to Lemesos meeting point
Route Ε: A Magical Trip
02/11/14, 07/12/14, 11/01/15, 15/02/15, 22/03/15, 26/04/15
• Transfer to Kouka village and visit the church of the Holy Cross • Transfer ton Agios Georgios Silikou village and visit the small commandaria museum • Return to Lemesos meeting point
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LARNAKA
History has bestowed its glory on the town of Zenon, and its ancient streets still carry echoes of its glorious past. If the seaside makes you happy, then the Foinikoudes Promenade is your destination – stroll along the water’s edge, enjoy a coffee at one of the many bustling cafes along the beach. Larnaka is also the home of the Alyki Salk Lake and many other incredible sites! HOTELS CATEGORY Sentido Sandy Beach Hotel Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-30/11/14 & 01/04/15-30/06/15
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LARNAKA THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Larnaka CTO Information Office Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route Α: Larnaka At a Glance
05/10/14, 19/10/14, 02/11/14, 16/11/14, 30/11/14, 14/12/14, 11/01/15, 25/01/15, 08/02/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 05/04/15, 19/04/15, 03/05/15, 17/05/15, 14/06/15, 28/06/15
• Transfer to Skarinou and visit the Environmental Centre • Visit the Ktima Georgiadi, the biological plantation of olive and carob trees • Stroll at Lefkara village • Visit and guided tour at the Bee Museum in Kato Drys or a local winery • Return to Larnaka meeting point
Route Β: A Dive in Tradition
12/10/14, 26/10/14, 09/11/14, 23/11/14, 07/12/14, 21/12/14, 04/01/15, 18/01/15, 01/02/15, 15/02/15, 01/03/15, 15/03/15, 29/03/15, 26/04/15, 10/05/15, 24/05/15, 07/06/15, 21/06/15
RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
Lysia
4, Ammochostou, Pyla
• Transfer and visit at Saint Lazarus church • Visit a pottery and glass workshop • Visit Angeloktisti church in Kiti • Tour at Petraion sculpture park • Return to Larnaka meeting point
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LARNAKA
History has bestowed its glory on the town of Zenon, and its ancient streets still carry echoes of its glorious past. If the seaside makes you happy, then the Foinikoudes Promenade is your destination – stroll along the water’s edge, enjoy a coffee at one of the many bustling cafes along the beach. Larnaka is also the home of the Alyki Salk Lake and many other incredible sites! HOTELS CATEGORY Sentido Sandy Beach Hotel Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-30/11/14 & 01/04/15-30/06/15
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LARNAKA THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Larnaka CTO Information Office Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route Α: Larnaka At a Glance
05/10/14, 19/10/14, 02/11/14, 16/11/14, 30/11/14, 14/12/14, 11/01/15, 25/01/15, 08/02/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 05/04/15, 19/04/15, 03/05/15, 17/05/15, 14/06/15, 28/06/15
• Transfer to Skarinou and visit the Environmental Centre • Visit the Ktima Georgiadi, the biological plantation of olive and carob trees • Stroll at Lefkara village • Visit and guided tour at the Bee Museum in Kato Drys or a local winery • Return to Larnaka meeting point
Route Β: A Dive in Tradition
12/10/14, 26/10/14, 09/11/14, 23/11/14, 07/12/14, 21/12/14, 04/01/15, 18/01/15, 01/02/15, 15/02/15, 01/03/15, 15/03/15, 29/03/15, 26/04/15, 10/05/15, 24/05/15, 07/06/15, 21/06/15
RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
Lysia
4, Ammochostou, Pyla
• Transfer and visit at Saint Lazarus church • Visit a pottery and glass workshop • Visit Angeloktisti church in Kiti • Tour at Petraion sculpture park • Return to Larnaka meeting point
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AGIA NAPAPROTARAS
RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
Karas Tavern Κ.E. Matsoukas napa house restaurant tavern Anemos Captain Andreas Fish Tavern
55, Kapari, Paralimni 4, Demokratias, Agia Napa 7, Iasonos, Protaras 35, Evagorou, Agia Napa
Explore the eastern coast of Cyprus, an area blessed with light sandy beaches, cosmopolitan finesse, luxurious hotels and a happy atmosphere. A hotspot for countless visitors, Agia Napa and Protaras are sure to leave visitors with lasting memories and unforgettable experiences.
HOTELS
CATEGORY
Constantinos the Great
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Kapetanios Bay Hotel
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Atlantica Club Sungarden Beach
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Participation in the programme: 01/11/14-30/04/15 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-31/10/14 & 06/04/2014-30/06/2014 Participation in the programme: 01/10/13-30/04/14
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APARTMENT
CATEGORY
Hotel Group ΤΕΤΥΚ
Hotel Apartment A
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RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
Karas Tavern Κ.E. Matsoukas napa house restaurant tavern Anemos Captain Andreas Fish Tavern
55, Kapari, Paralimni 4, Demokratias, Agia Napa 7, Iasonos, Protaras 35, Evagorou, Agia Napa
Explore the eastern coast of Cyprus, an area blessed with light sandy beaches, cosmopolitan finesse, luxurious hotels and a happy atmosphere. A hotspot for countless visitors, Agia Napa and Protaras are sure to leave visitors with lasting memories and unforgettable experiences.
HOTELS
CATEGORY
Constantinos the Great
*****
Kapetanios Bay Hotel
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Atlantica Club Sungarden Beach
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Participation in the programme: 01/11/14-30/04/15 Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-31/10/14 & 06/04/2014-30/06/2014 Participation in the programme: 01/10/13-30/04/14
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APARTMENT
CATEGORY
Hotel Group ΤΕΤΥΚ
Hotel Apartment A
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AGIA NAPA - PROTARAS THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Agia Napa CTO Information Office Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route Α: Alongside the Beach
05/10/14, 19/10/14, 02/11/14, 16/11/14, 30/11/14, 14/12/14, 11/01/15, 25/01/15, 08/02/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 05/04/15, 19/04/15, 03/05/15, 17/05/15
• Guided tour of Agia Napa Monstery and the Roman Aqueduct • Transfer and tour at the Sea Caves • Return to Agia Napa meeting point
Route Β: Famagusta Taste
12/10/14, 26/10/14, 09/11/14, 23/11/14, 07/12/14, 21/12/14, 04/01/15, 18/01/15, 01/02/15, 15/02/15, 01/03/15, 15/03/15, 29/03/15, 26/04/15, 10/05/15, 24/05/15
• Transfer at Paralimni and visit the Folk art Museum • Transfer at Deryneia village and visit local cultivations (strawberries etc) or woskshops or workshops • Transfer at Sotera village and guided tour at the Church of Transfiguration of the Saviour or Agios Mamas church • Return to Agia Napa meeting point
Route C: Floating in the Mediterranean 07/06/15, 14/06/15, 21/06/15, 28/06/15
• Meeting point: Protaras Harbor • Departure at 11:00 from Protaras Harbor (Boat trip) • Return at 13:30 • Participation fee: 10 euro for adults and 5 euro for children which will be paid prior to departure • Minimum number of participants: 6 people
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AGIA NAPA - PROTARAS THEMATIC EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Agia Napa CTO Information Office Departure Time: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route Α: Alongside the Beach
05/10/14, 19/10/14, 02/11/14, 16/11/14, 30/11/14, 14/12/14, 11/01/15, 25/01/15, 08/02/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 05/04/15, 19/04/15, 03/05/15, 17/05/15
• Guided tour of Agia Napa Monstery and the Roman Aqueduct • Transfer and tour at the Sea Caves • Return to Agia Napa meeting point
Route Β: Famagusta Taste
12/10/14, 26/10/14, 09/11/14, 23/11/14, 07/12/14, 21/12/14, 04/01/15, 18/01/15, 01/02/15, 15/02/15, 01/03/15, 15/03/15, 29/03/15, 26/04/15, 10/05/15, 24/05/15
• Transfer at Paralimni and visit the Folk art Museum • Transfer at Deryneia village and visit local cultivations (strawberries etc) or woskshops or workshops • Transfer at Sotera village and guided tour at the Church of Transfiguration of the Saviour or Agios Mamas church • Return to Agia Napa meeting point
Route C: Floating in the Mediterranean 07/06/15, 14/06/15, 21/06/15, 28/06/15
• Meeting point: Protaras Harbor • Departure at 11:00 from Protaras Harbor (Boat trip) • Return at 13:30 • Participation fee: 10 euro for adults and 5 euro for children which will be paid prior to departure • Minimum number of participants: 6 people
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LEFKOSIA
Walk down the alleys of the old city, and discovery its medieval sites and ancient traditions. No matter your style, you are sure to find something in the many shops and boutiques, and give in to the temptations of the old city’s many cafés and restaurants. Complete your short escape to the capital by attending a cultural event and hitting the city’s best night spots after dark! HOTELS CATEGORY Cleopatra Hotel Holiday Inn The Classic Hotel Centrum Hotel Castelli Hotel
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RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
To Perigiali stin Poli Kathodon Café la Mode Dasoupolis Café la Mode Acropolis
5, Kefallinias, Akropoli 62D, Ledras 106, Lemesou Ave. 90, Akropoleos Ave.
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LEFKOSIA
Walk down the alleys of the old city, and discovery its medieval sites and ancient traditions. No matter your style, you are sure to find something in the many shops and boutiques, and give in to the temptations of the old city’s many cafés and restaurants. Complete your short escape to the capital by attending a cultural event and hitting the city’s best night spots after dark! HOTELS CATEGORY Cleopatra Hotel Holiday Inn The Classic Hotel Centrum Hotel Castelli Hotel
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RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS
ADDRESS
To Perigiali stin Poli Kathodon Café la Mode Dasoupolis Café la Mode Acropolis
5, Kefallinias, Akropoli 62D, Ledras 106, Lemesou Ave. 90, Akropoleos Ave.
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HILL SIDE RESORTS
Welcome to the Troodos Mountains which are breathtakingly beautiful. Up here, the colours and scents of nature will charm and relax you. If you are seeking serenity and unsurpassed views of the island, this is the place to be!
HILL RESORTS EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Platres Square Departure Time: Platres: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route Α: A Sunday to Remember
05/10/14, 02/11/14, 16/11/14, 30/11/14, 11/01/15, 25/01/15, 08/02/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 19/04/15, 03/05/15, 17/05/15, 14/06/15, 28/06/15
• Departure from Platres Square • Transfer to Phini village and visit to the Loukoumi and pottery workshops • Transfer to the Tzelefos Medieval Bridge • Short visit at Omodos village • Return to Platres meeting point
Route Β: Village Tals
12/10/14, 26/10/14, 09/11/14, 07/12/14, 21/12/14, 04/01/15, 01/02/15, 15/02/15, 01/03/15, 15/03/15, 29/03/15, 26/04/15, 10/05/15, 24/05/15, 21/06/15
• Departure from Platres Square or from Troodos square or Karvouna • Transfer to Kyperounta village – Visit an articrafts workshop and a local winery Visit the Folk art Museum, the ‘Agonos’ Museum (National Struggle Museum), the Ayia Marina church HOTELS or the Timiou Stavrou church • Return to Platres meeting point Petit Palais Hotel (Platres) Nightingale (Kato Platres) Route C: Good Old Times Elyssia (Pedoulas) 19/10/14, 23/11/14, 14/12/14, 18/01/15, 05/01/15, 07/06/15 Trodos Hotel (Troodos) • Departure from Platres RODON Hotel (Agros) • Transfer to Kalopanagiotis Village, tour to Ayios Ioannis Lambadistis Monastery • Walk to the watermill of Kykkos (around 30 minutes weather permitted) RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS ADDRESS • Transfer to Pedoulas and tour at Archangelos Michael church The two flowers 26, Filoksenias, Pedoulas • Return to the meeting point in Platres Monte Christou (Kakopetria) 44, Gerambellou, Agios Nicolaos Byzandio Prodromos Kyperia Δέησης 66, Kyperounta Participation in the programme: 01/10/14 – 30/06/15 exept 01/02/15
Patsalos Taverna 26
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HILL SIDE RESORTS
Welcome to the Troodos Mountains which are breathtakingly beautiful. Up here, the colours and scents of nature will charm and relax you. If you are seeking serenity and unsurpassed views of the island, this is the place to be!
HILL RESORTS EXCURSIONS Meeting Place: Platres Square Departure Time: Platres: 10:00 Minimum number of participants: 6 people
Route Α: A Sunday to Remember
05/10/14, 02/11/14, 16/11/14, 30/11/14, 11/01/15, 25/01/15, 08/02/15, 08/03/15, 22/03/15, 19/04/15, 03/05/15, 17/05/15, 14/06/15, 28/06/15
• Departure from Platres Square • Transfer to Phini village and visit to the Loukoumi and pottery workshops • Transfer to the Tzelefos Medieval Bridge • Short visit at Omodos village • Return to Platres meeting point
Route Β: Village Tals
12/10/14, 26/10/14, 09/11/14, 07/12/14, 21/12/14, 04/01/15, 01/02/15, 15/02/15, 01/03/15, 15/03/15, 29/03/15, 26/04/15, 10/05/15, 24/05/15, 21/06/15
• Departure from Platres Square or from Troodos square or Karvouna • Transfer to Kyperounta village – Visit an articrafts workshop and a local winery Visit the Folk art Museum, the ‘Agonos’ Museum (National Struggle Museum), the Ayia Marina church HOTELS or the Timiou Stavrou church • Return to Platres meeting point Petit Palais Hotel (Platres) Nightingale (Kato Platres) Route C: Good Old Times Elyssia (Pedoulas) 19/10/14, 23/11/14, 14/12/14, 18/01/15, 05/01/15, 07/06/15 Trodos Hotel (Troodos) • Departure from Platres RODON Hotel (Agros) • Transfer to Kalopanagiotis Village, tour to Ayios Ioannis Lambadistis Monastery • Walk to the watermill of Kykkos (around 30 minutes weather permitted) RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS ADDRESS • Transfer to Pedoulas and tour at Archangelos Michael church The two flowers 26, Filoksenias, Pedoulas • Return to the meeting point in Platres Monte Christou (Kakopetria) 44, Gerambellou, Agios Nicolaos Byzandio Prodromos Kyperia Δέησης 66, Kyperounta Participation in the programme: 01/10/14 – 30/06/15 exept 01/02/15
Patsalos Taverna 26
107, Arch. Makariou C, Kyperounta 27
SPA HOLIDAYS Seize the opportunity to rest, and surrender yourselves to the experienced hands of therapists. Have a romantic weekend with your alter ego.
HOTEL
GrandResort Participation in the programme:01/10/14-02/11/14 & 01/04/15-30/06/15
Sentido Sandy Beach The Library Hotel, Wellness Retreat Capo Bay Hotel Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-03/11/14 και 20/03/15-30/06/15
The new Short Escapes ‘Spa Holiday’ option includes on top of full board accommodation, a treatment – massage, facial treatment, and mud or aroma therapy of at least 30 minutes, based on the customer’s choice, and subject to hotel availability. The offers are available to persons over 18. For the arrangement of appointment of treatment, participants must contact directly the hotel by Friday 12:00, one day before arrival at the latest. The CTO bears no responsibility for a non-timely arranged appointment.
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SPA HOLIDAYS Seize the opportunity to rest, and surrender yourselves to the experienced hands of therapists. Have a romantic weekend with your alter ego.
HOTEL
GrandResort Participation in the programme:01/10/14-02/11/14 & 01/04/15-30/06/15
Sentido Sandy Beach The Library Hotel, Wellness Retreat Capo Bay Hotel Participation in the programme: 01/10/14-03/11/14 και 20/03/15-30/06/15
The new Short Escapes ‘Spa Holiday’ option includes on top of full board accommodation, a treatment – massage, facial treatment, and mud or aroma therapy of at least 30 minutes, based on the customer’s choice, and subject to hotel availability. The offers are available to persons over 18. For the arrangement of appointment of treatment, participants must contact directly the hotel by Friday 12:00, one day before arrival at the latest. The CTO bears no responsibility for a non-timely arranged appointment.
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Rural Escapes For information and reservations on traditional houses/hotels please contact Cyprus Agrotourism Company
Website: www.agrotourism.com.cy e-mail: helpdesk@agrotourism.com.cy Tel: +357 22340071
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Rural Escapes For information and reservations on traditional houses/hotels please contact Cyprus Agrotourism Company
Website: www.agrotourism.com.cy e-mail: helpdesk@agrotourism.com.cy Tel: +357 22340071
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