Car Hire North Cyprus - Special Winter Deals

One of the leading and most reliable and respected car hire companies in Northern Cyprus is Pe-To Car Rental.  Pe-To not only supply their customers with quality cars at competitive prices but they offer all sorts of extras such as airport collections and returns and they even offer discounts to those who regularly use their services.

Now Pe-To car hire North Cyprus are offering their customers special winter deals and once again they are leading the field in terms of competitiveness…read on to find out more.

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Abbey View Apartments in Ozankoy

One of the areas of Northern Cyprus that always proves popular with both investors and retirement or new home hunters is the elevated village of Bellapais - as a result of the location’s evergreen desirability the prices for property in this part of Northern Cyprus have become expensive which has priced many buyers out of the area.

But fear not - astute developers aware of the everlasting appeal of Bellapais Abbey have come up with a solution and they are using the location benefits of the village of Ozankoy and constructing abbey view apartments and villas at far more realistic prices than similar properties for sale in Bellapais itself.

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How To Save Money On Property in North Cyprus

Those who have ‘been there, done that’ and already bought a property in North Cyprus will tell you that they wished they’d known one or two things before they signed on the dotted line…

Such things as how to negotiate a better bargain with a developer, how to cut costs with a solicitor and how to barter for extras and ultimately how to pay less for property in North Cyprus…it’s a fact that the market is ripe for investment, it is fast moving and property prices are increasing – but these facts mean that buyers are often in a panic when they arrive and would dearly love to have someone take them under their wing and shield them from some of the harsher aspects of the buying process.

To solve this problem the British Residents North Cyprus Property Finders Service has been created with the sole aim of getting foreign buyers property deals that offer them the best value for money and which ensure that they don’t pay over the odds for any of the services required during the property purchase process.

The property finder service takes the requirements of the individual into complete account and together the British residents who run the free and no obligation service work with the property seeker to match their requirements to the letter and negotiate together with them or on their behalf with vendors or developers to get the absolute best price. 

To find out how you could pay less for property in North Cyprus try the British Residents North Cyprus Property Finders – you’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain from their vast experience of the property market and North Cyprus in general. 

Click here to learn more about paying less for your property in North Cyprus

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Rising Property Prices in North Cyprus

Property developers and estate agents in North Cyprus were quick to react to the good news about Linda and David Orams winning the latest and most significant round of their legal battle to retain complete rights to their property in Northern Cyprus earlier this month, they have begun putting prices up to test the market already.

There was a surge in demand for homes for sale in the North which actually prompted the rising property prices; some local property experts claim that there was an overnight increase of 7% and that by the end of the year the turn around in the market could easily result in up to 30% gains in 2006 for those who have already secured their home TRNC.  But will these rising prices scare away potential investors – far from it apparently – we take a closer look…

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Flights to Northern Cyprus and UK

Northern Cyprus is serviced directly by one international airport called Ercan Airport; it’s located close to the capital of Nicosia (Lefkosia) and just a half hour’s drive from the centre of Kyrenia.

While direct flights are not officially available to Northern Cyprus from anywhere other than Turkey, flights to Northern Cyprus and UK regularly go direct with two flights leaving at the same time and one touching down in Turkey with the travellers wanting to alight on the mainland and the other flight continuing directly to North Cyprus or directly from Northern Cyprus to the UK.

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Buying Property in North Cyprus Advice

For this site to be a truly worthwhile resource for those buying property in North Cyprus or considering coming on holiday or living in Northern Cyprus it is sometimes necessary to have to publish ugly truths that exist but which estate agents, property developers and even hoteliers who are dependent on your business will not talk about.

This article contains essential advice about purchase contracts for those buying property in North Cyprus and it is written based on personal experience, reports in the local press and stories from friends and fellow expatriates about their property buying horror stories.

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North Cyprus Night Life (Updated!)

The other day we overheard someone saying: ‘for a country with a slow pace of life things don’t half move quickly in North Cyprus’ - and we couldn’t agree more!

From season to season the physical and economic landscape of Northern Cyprus changes as companies are established, houses are constructed and more people move to enjoy the fantastic quality of life in North Cyprus.  But because the landscape has changed it’s time to update you on North Cyprus night life again…

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Northern Cyprus Holidays

As the wider world begins to realise the delights that North Cyprus has to offer them as an unspoiled and friendly location in the beautiful Mediterranean Sea, so more people are planning and booking Northern Cyprus holidays where they can relax, unwind, get away from it all and enjoy the weather, the food and the hospitality.

Northern Cyprus is not your average Mediterranean island package holiday getaway location offering high rise hotels, frenetic nightlife and all day English breakfasts!  Rather it is a sleepy, generally laid back location that benefits from not having been over developed or concreted over!  This is a guide to the types of Northern Cyprus holidays enjoyed by an increasing number of visitors to the island.

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Connoisseur Suite Northern Cyprus

A new breed of hotel is emerging in North Cyprus as the emphasis on attracting wealthier and more discerning individuals and couples intensifies.  Away from the hustle and package tour bustle of family favourites such as Acapulco, the likes of the Connoisseur Suite, Northern Cyprus’ answer to luxury boutique style hotel accommodation are developing rapidly.

The Connoisseur Suite is part of the successful Hideaway Club hotel complex near Karaman in Northern Cyprus and it offers guests a range of luxuriously appointed, spacious suites complete with private terraces, balconies or gardens with 24 hour personal room service available on demand for no extra charge!

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Northern Cyprus Casinos

A law was passed in North Cyprus back in 1975 to allow for the licensing of casinos and betting premises, but it wasn’t really until the late 1990’s that Northern Cyprus casinos began to spring up all over the island and it’s only in the past couple of years that betting shops have been added to the list of locations where tourists and visitors to the island can legally gamble.

In terms of those who use the casinos in North Cyprus, the majority of attendees appear to herald from the Turkish mainland where in 1997 the Islamic Welfare Party opposed gambling - thus forcing those who wish to partake to travel elsewhere.  Other groups of people who enjoy the Northern Cyprus casinos are Greek Cypriots, Israeli visitors and general European visitors holidaying in Northern Cyprus and looking for a new and exciting pastime.

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North Cyprus Legal Advice

Anyone considering buying property in Northern Cyprus should appoint a lawyer in the TRNC to give them independent North Cyprus legal advice and to handle the conveyancing aspects and application process for permission to purchase real estate.

A lawyer should be chosen on the basis that they are independent of any other party involved in the purchase/sale process (i.e., it is not wise to use the same solicitor as the property vendor or developer), they should be qualified in the laws of Northern Cyprus and in the process of house conveyancing and ideally they should have experience of dealing with property sales in the TRNC involving foreign or non-resident purchasers.

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Villas in North Cyprus

When the building boom really began in North Cyprus back in 2004 there was an influx of those buying apartments and villas in North Cyprus off plan for property investment purposes.  Now that these properties are finally coming to completion, 2006 has seen a surge in the numbers of tourists visiting the island seeking villas and apartments with pools to rent out.

Car hire businesses have reported that the majority of those they are renting to are staying in private homes, and even Northern Cypriot hoteliers have begun to complain that the numbers choosing to stay in hotels in North Cyprus has dwindled – so what does this mean for the island?

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Resale Property in North Cyprus

The building boom in North Cyprus really began back in 2004 when Cyprus joined the EU, the Turkish Cypriots voted yes to the Annan Reunification Plan and confidence was at its highest that the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus would eventually get the international recognition it deserves.

The number of international expatriates who bought property off plan surged and today, two years down the road with confidence in Northern Cyprus having been bolstered by a number of announcements and developments, the first really strong tide of resale property in North Cyprus is coming onto the market for sale, and demand for it is heating up.

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Acapulco Hotel North Cyprus

One of the most popular hotels in the whole of TRNC is the Acapulco Hotel North Cyprus.  It’s a holiday resort, a beach club, a resort hotel and holiday village all rolled into one and the standard of accommodation and the range of facilities and amenities available at Acapulco is quite simply superb.

Located to the East of Kyrenia just past the town of Catalkoy, Acapulco Hotel North Cyprus has its own perfectly sandy beach, extensive landscaped gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, water slides, Turkish bath, sauna, jacuzzis, kids club and a whole lot more to ensure that the whole family has an enjoyable stay.

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Vaha Spa and Health Club

If you were trying to think of an excuse to come and visit North Cyprus again or indeed to buy a property in the TRNC and move over here more permanently then help could be at hand in the form of the brand new and exclusively sumptuously luxurious Vaha Spa and Health Club in Karsiyaka.

The fact that North Cyprus now has a day and residential spa facility is an excellent reason to holiday or reside in Northern Cyprus if ever one were needed after all!

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Medical Care in North Cyprus

The standard and availability of medical care in North Cyprus is high and this always seems to be a pleasant surprise for visitors and expatriates.

There are a number of private clinics and hospitals as well as state run surgeries and emergency medical facilities; there are also care homes and a wide choice or well equipped dentist surgeries and opticians.  Furthermore the cost of receiving medical treatment in Northern Cyprus is far from exorbitant.

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Mountain View Hotel North Cyprus

The Mountain View Hotel in North Cyprus is particularly popular because of its family friendly atmosphere.  It is conveniently located close to Kyrenia and it offers a range of basic accommodation options from comfortable hotel rooms to family villas some of which have self-catering facilities.

Mountain View is aptly named!  It has stunning unadulterated views of the glorious Kyrenia Mountain Range - but for those who tire of the views the hotel has a massive swimming pool, extensive lounge and terrace areas for sunbathing, it is within walking distance of a beach and it is a well priced, well presented hotel in North Cyprus.

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A Wedding in Northern Cyprus

What could be more romantic that getting married in the land of Aphrodite’s birth?  What could be more thrilling that marrying the one you love under the stunning summer sunshine in Northern Cyprus surrounded by friends and family and with the exotic backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea or the dramatic Kyrenia mountain range?

If you’re dreaming of a wedding in Northern Cyprus and want to know how to arrange it, what to expect, how to make your special day perfect and all about the international legalities of getting married in North Cyprus here is our guide to North Cyprus weddings.

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Celebrity Hotel North Cyprus

The Celebrity Hotel in North Cyprus has recently been completely refurbished and now offers visitors a stunning haven in which to enjoy their stay on the tranquil Mediterranean island of Northern Cyprus.

The Celebrity Hotel group consists of the Celebrity Hotel North Cyprus, Chateau Lambousa and the Mini Villa complex that joins these two facilities.  The ambitions of the hotel group is to create one of the finest hotel and conference complexes in the Eastern Mediterranean region and with the refurbishment and upgrade of many of the group’s facilities they are well on the way to achieving their ambition.

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Tax Free Shopping in North Cyprus

Here’s some fantastic news for all those who come on holiday to North Cyprus, not only has VAT been slashed on many handicraft and souvenir items but you can now shop ‘til you drop and know that you can reclaim every penny of value added tax on all the luxury goods and souvenirs that you buy!

Tax free shopping in North Cyprus is about to become a reality and the only restrictions are that you have to be non-resident (so holidaymakers fill your suitcases) and you have to reclaim the money as you leave the country.

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