#buy home in Cyprus

[lebrus-development]

How to Choose the Right Residential Property in Cyprus: A Comprehensive Guide

When it comes to selecting the perfect place to call home in Cyprus, there are numerous factors to consider. From panoramic views to convenient locations, the island offers a range of options to fit various lifestyles. Among these choices, apartments in Cyprus for sale provide an excellent starting point for potential homeowners.

Finding Your Dream Home in Cyprus

One of the key factors in making the right choice is understanding what type of property best suits your needs. Are you looking for a cozy apartment or a spacious family home? For those seeking family homes in Larnaca, it’s important to consider the proximity to schools, parks, and other family-friendly amenities. Larnaca is known for its welcoming community and excellent infrastructure, making it an ideal place for families. Additionally, including expert tips and advice, be sure to check out this informative article on choosing the right property. One of the key factors in making the right choice is understanding what type of property best suits your needs. Are you looking for a cozy apartment or a spacious family home? For those seeking family homes in Larnaca, it’s important to consider the proximity to schools, parks, and other family-friendly amenities. Larnaca is known for its welcoming community and excellent infrastructure, making it an ideal place for families. For a comprehensive guide on selecting the perfect residential property in Cyprus. Hiring an agent can be good at this moment, an agent like lebrus can make a good deal for you. Check out the full blog here- https://medium.com/@lebrusdevelopment678/how-to-choose-the-right-residential-property-in-cyprus-a-comprehensive-guide-5a1e60199335 

[mybeingthere]

I would like to remind everyone about a Greek fashion designer Afroditi Hera Hadjieracleous's gorgeous flying kaftans using Central Asian motifs. They are still unbeatable for an evening by the sea. Born on the Greek side of Cyprus, Afroditi Hera founded her eponymous brand in 2001. Tapping in the collective imagination, she creates loose, flowing dresses filled with the antique energies of immaculate togas. The Cypriot designer chose to base her brand in Milan, and reached a momentum in 2009, when L’Oréal commissioned her with a whole collection displayed at the Zénith in Paris, during “Inspiration”, the company’s 100th anniversary show.

[bottlecaprabbitgames]

also, if you decide to buy the game or tune into patreon, i will be publishing at least 1-2 scenarios this month for mind games! :D the money you spend is going to a good cause tbh, im moving out of my abusive household between the 23rd of jan and 1st of feb, and all the money i get atm (including from work) goes towards moving expenses.

bc im moving to maryland from mississippi, we've decided (my partner and i), to have me ship what items im keeping, so...... it's costly, not even regarding the new pet supplies i have to pre-order to her home for my senior kitty Holly.

any support this month is HIGHLY appreciated, as getting out of this hellhole i live in now during my mini vacation away from here is what caused me to be able to write again in the first place. turns out, not being in fight or flight 24/7 actually helps!

Anything helps, and is extremely appreciated <3 im trying to figure out an amazon wishlist again, so!

[crookedkryptonitebeliever]

CKB hear me out. Haters will say it's fake but ....... blanche youngest child. The Victorian maid garb? He's tired of being in the shadows of those before him and is trying to set his own identity. Extreme violence? A big ol temper tantrum and cry for attention. I dare say i would lean on him being youngest child just because Lev fits the disaster middle child ALL too well 😮‍💨.

I see why some will say Lev as the youngest but i feel like he's suuuuch a middle kid like, even if he's stupid, he'd having a good time and that's all he cares about. I feel like youngests are actually more deceitful and tricky wheras middle kids are pretty true to themselves and more easygoing? Like them youngest kids are used to sneaking around and just so cunning, showing different faces (not unlike blanche who does a 180)

Like blanche, yves can also fit all 3 perfectly. He does kinda seem like the overstressed, overworked, will nag out of love, can never relax, will shoulder responsibility for you eldest child (i feel like eldest children also have a really clean aesthetic? Middle kids are either cozy wear or pop the Fuck off. And youngest kids are always flashy but in their own way and my god if that isnt blanche 💀)

Also i feel like eldest kids (yves) have a great fear or failure and losing things so theyre lowkey control freaks. Youngest kids (blanche) are oddly possessive and entitled like they think the last slice of pizza is their god given right. And middle kids (lev) are so used to losing things that they get obsessive over the things they do have, and a bit pathetic abt it if they feel it slipping away.

Youngest kid blanch really does seem like a big brat (but who cares) to me. Like he sees reader as his dead pet hamster that he accidentally squeezed to death trying to hug it but he refuses to believe it's dead so he keeps leaving food out for it and stroking it. Middle kid Lev sees you as a cute hamster and buys you cool wheels and a rolling ball and toys and sleeps with you in his bed. Eldest Yves will not allow anything to happen to pet hamster so he has a seperate temperature controlled room for it, homemade pellets, probably wipes hammies ass after it poops and everything.

This was just my random musing though and im excited to see what you end up making the order!!

Also i think i was ur 🐰 anon and i used to send in all those theories for language barrier LOL. Ummmmm the bunny thing *totally* didn't have to do with Lev, so, uh, don't tell Blanche, my latest hyperfixation 🤭 (or Cyprus because goddamn-)

🐰 anon

🐰 anon also said: Oh! Also feel like blanche would be a lot younger than the other two. Like modern au or whatever if they were all together, yves moved out when blanche was a kid (because he was independent) lev was never home bc he was always out and just kinda ended up living w one of his friends (never 'officially' moved out but he's living elsewhere) and followed the party life, and blanche was probably raised and spoiled by a family elder, making him feel like an 'old soul born in the wrong generation'. But hold onnn i didnt know therewas a blanche pt 2, lemme go read that and see if it changes things LOL 🐰 anon

🐰 anon also said: no blanche is actually so middle/youngest child coded it's insane bc i refuse to let go of middle child lev (actually i need to give bunny a reread before that too, and ofc more content on him when it comes out lol) but brooooo them youngest kids be weird as FUCK like, smth abt blanche feels like he's playing dressup, pretending and trying so hard to be this old fashioned adult gentleman, meanwhile yves actually is more calculated, composed and knows what to do for his shit. I actually initially thought of yves being the youngest but i feel like blanche being youngest fits so much better imo. Like blanche is just here to do his own shit, he's a bit selfish, and pushes for hinself. Yves puts his responsibility first and pushes for reader. Plus yves has that blonde mom in target drinking a coffee doing 3 hours of shopping in 12 minutes before her next hot yoga class and thats soooo eldest child coded. Idk something abt blanche as a person (not a character) seems so underdeveloped and child like in a disturbing yet innocent way? 🐰 anon

🐰 anon also said: "unromancable, unfuckable weirdo." No im sorry Blanche is actually the youngest child Bunny anon

Holy fuckin shit bunny anon always comign in with a banger , yess that's what im talking about them tasty brain chews i like i like

shid man like u really lay out their vibes and everything and even imagined them in modern AUs , presented evidence and cited your source like what the fuck this is such a good analysis like damn bro i fr appreciate the enthusiasm

Like all the stuff you sair fr made sense even to someone who has no siblings, its as if i had those little shits living in the same house as me and i observed the dynamic, like yeah damn Yves really fit the oldest child

Its really fitting cause if you think about it, they're all like centuries old or whatever and both Yves and Leveret are pretty youthful looking with no grey hairs- they went on their own quests to preserve their looks, Whereas Blanche is considered to be the most unkempt out of the three with his salt and pepper hair growing uncontrollably to the back of his knees, no manicures just natural long nails but he's still considered youthful cause ykno 50 year old looking man vs his actual 5 million year old age , but it just shows that he doesn't care about looking youthful as much as his older brothers

i notice the older siblings from other relatives and friends they tend to looksmaxx more than the younger ones. and they try to keep up trends, like Yves and Leveret is pretty modern whereas Blanche is fuckin ancient with his stuff, mannerisms and dressing up

and yes he is ironically the most immature (as in childlike) of them all, even tho leveret is like spontaneous and has his slipups, but damn bunny anon like ur analysis is always bangers like what the hell bro i love them and i love you

[peri-peri-sauce]

"They do raffles, giveaways and post exclusive content only for people who can afford to pay. And what about the rest of us? Are those of us who don't want to pay just going to keep getting vacation photos and the occasional selfie?"

I want to bring another point of view: I haven't paid for any content so far, and I haven't been to gigs (because I live in a country where he hasn't toured yet). But, I have been perfectly happy with his funny and eccentric little clips in ig and tiktok, and I listen to his music every day. I really really LOVED Ruoska, Kot Kot and Trafik, which we got this year. For two of those, we even got music videos, and great promos. Those are not "just" vacation photos or occasional selfies. He then had a summer tour, then a well deserved holiday (with THE BOJAN! which was not "just " vacation photos either, at least for me), and now we've received glimpses of a new song and an album coming soon. To me, that's A LOT, without paying anything. Mind you, I didn't subscribe to OF, because it's not my cup of tea, and that's fine.

Creating content is not free - it takes time and effort. We also know, that last year's euro tour was not very financially advantageous for him. It's expensive to tour, it takes a big crew, whose salaries need to be paid, all the logistics etc taken care of. I truly 100% understand that they try to monetise some of it. And I think a 14 euro one-off payment for exclusive tour content is NOT a lot - given that it will be good quality (that is left to be seen). It's actually much cheaper than a concert ticket or most of the merch. So, I decided to pay, although of course the platform they chose is not ideal. But, I wanted to show them support, because so far I got everything for free. And, it seems like he is still active in ig as well so not everything will be behind a paywall.

Last year he said he was burnt out and did way too much - it was a crazy year! He's doing a lot of gigs this year as well. Plus, on top of all that, he's moved (?) or is moving to a new home, and who knows what else is going on in his personal life that we have no clue about. I love him, the way he is. For me, personally, he doesn't even need to do or offer something "new" ALL the time. Give the guy a break. He's only a human. He's not perfect, but I love him.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this. Maybe it's just me, but I feel like he's been on vacation a lot this year. First the trip to Thailand, then he went skiing and played hockey, then he went to Spain right after Böle, then Spain again after the Fuengirola gig, and finally Cyprus. He deserved the holidays, especially after last year, but I have to admit I got a bit bored. And to be honest, I couldn't care less that Bojan was there too.

I understand it takes a lot of work to create all the songs for the album, and maybe I was just being impatient about it. I also get that, of course, he wants to make money and monetize everything, but at some point it feels like you're missing out on important things if you don't pay (and I don't want to get into this again, but some people don't like the fact that the website uses NFTs, which prevents them from buying it and, as a result, they miss out on the content).

That said, I've been reading other people's opinions and I’m starting to see things from a different perspective, but I still stand by some of the things I said.

You're right, he's not perfect, and I still love him too, but that won't stop me from sharing my opinion about the things I don't like or disagree with.

And this is the last ask I'm going to answer about this topic.

[justforbooks]

Asil Nadir

Businessman whose meteoric rise in the 1980s at the head of the Polly Peck empire ended in scandal and prosecution

Asil Nadir was the stock market poster boy of the 1980s who conned City bankers and private investors, not to mention the Conservative party, then staged a dramatic escape to spend 17 years as a fugitive before returning to the UK to face trial.

A Turkish Cypriot immigrant, Nadir, who has died aged 83, was for many years feted as a success in the UK and Turkey. A 1991 biography of him was entitled The Sultan of Berkeley Square. Charismatic, charming and stylish, with playboy looks and lifestyle, plus an air of Midas mystery, Nadir had gone from running a family “rag trade” business in the East End of London to a £2bn global business empire, offices and homes in Mayfair filled with millions in art and antiques, a Palladian mansion in Rutland and another country estate.

Few queried how Nadir made his millions – certainly not Tory party fundraisers. Between 1985 and 1990, he secretly donated £440,000 to the party, most of it derived from Polly Peck, the textiles company he transformed into what appeared to be one of the most successful firms of the 80s. This gave him access to Downing Street receptions, senior ministers and a personal letter of thanks from Margaret Thatcher, but not the knighthood he anticipated. When Polly Peck imploded, and Nadir was prosecuted for theft and fraud, the Tories promised to return the money if it was found to have been stolen.

In northern Cyprus and Turkey, Nadir bought first influence, then protection, through money looted from Polly Peck to buy banks and media interests. Polly Peck had expanded into hotels, as well as manufacturing televisions and video recorders, and for a time controlled the well-known brands Del Monte, Sansui and Russell Hobbs. This growth relied on manipulating the share price, through a covert offshore share support operation, to persuade bankers and investors to continue providing finance. That was needed to hide the “black hole” that in 1990 finally swallowed Polly Peck, leaving creditors owed vast sums and shareholders with nothing.

The only son of a Turkish Cypriot police constable turned businessman, Asilkan Nadir was born in Lefka, in the then united colonial Cyprus. His father, Irfan, ran a bus company, his mother, Safiye (nee Sevki), a grocery shop. In 1959, amid growing intercommunal tensions between the majority Greek and minority Turkish populations, the Nadirs left for London. Irfan Nadir started a clothing manufacturing business and his son was sent to study economics at Istanbul University.

Asil did not complete his degree but instead married and returned to London in 1963 to help run the family business. Ten years later he was heading his own clothing group, Wearwell, which was quoted on the stock market, and living in the Bishops Avenue, Hampstead – known as “millionaire’s row”. Wearwell ultimately developed a profitable Middle East export trade, making clothes cheaply in northern Cyprus. The company’s rise, near collapse and comeback in the late 1970s illustrated Nadir’s ability to spot opportunities but also his propensity for over-borrowing and manipulating share prices. This put him on the City regulatory radar.

Turkey’s invasion of northern Cyprus in 1974 – prompted by the threat of a rightwing Greek-backed coup – offered Nadir a much greater money-making opportunity. The Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktash was desperate to revive the moribund economy. Nadir negotiated the acquisition of citrus groves and an abandoned warehouse, plus generous tax breaks. These fruit and packaging activities were injected into Polly Peck, the loss-making clothing company he bought in 1980.

Suddenly Polly Peck International and its colourful chairman were hot. The shares soared on City predictions of millions to be made out of oranges, cardboard boxes and, later, TVs and bottled water. The share price rocketed from 5p to £35 by 1983. As the largest shareholder, Nadir was worth £100m. By 1990 that figure more than doubled and Nadir was ranked among Britain’s 50 richest as Polly Peck became the London stock market’s star performer.

Scepticism from those who visited northern Cyprus and new operations in Turkey was ignored. So too were questions about profitability or that Polly Peck was effectively audited by a tiny firm in northern Cyprus. Nadir accused his critics of being in the pay of Greek Cypriots desperate to smear a Turkish Cypriot success story.

Between 1984 and 1989, sales increased to more than £1bn. Profits went from £61m to £161m. Nadir expanded into the US, acquiring the Del Monte fruit brands, and Japan, with the first foreign takeover of a major listed Japanese company, Sansui. But he was always reliant on bank borrowing and raising cash from investors.

A secret share support operation was orchestrated by Nadir using companies and bank accounts in Jersey, Switzerland, the Cayman Islands and northern Cyprus. Cash diverted from Polly Peck bought the shares, which were sold when the price rose. Polly Peck took all the risk, Nadir all the reward. This undisclosed insider dealing triggered Nadir’s downfall. An Inland Revenue investigation into City stockbrokers stumbled across the share support operation in 1988. This resulted in an investigation into Nadir’s personal tax affairs, which estimated the tax evaded at £50m. It revealed what a Revenue investigator described as a “massive share ramping exercise”.

When news of the tax investigation leaked in August 1990, Polly Peck shares went into freefall. Banks that had rushed to lend now demanded repayment. Others sold Polly Peck shares held as security for loans. The Stock Exchange authorities, long suspicious of Nadir, called in the Serious Fraud Office. In September the SFO raided South Audley Management, the organisation set up to handle Nadir’s personal affairs and the nerve centre of the share support operations. Polly Peck collapsed the following month. In December Nadir was charged with theft and false accounting and bailed for a record £3.5m. He was made bankrupt in 1991 with debts of £375m.

Nadir’s response to the SFO investigation was again to suggest that Polly Peck was the victim of an international conspiracy: the Turkish president Turgut Özal wrote to Thatcher blaming Greek Cypriots for Polly Peck’s problems.

Nadir’s political connections paid off with behind-the-scenes lobbying. The ministers Michael Heseltine, Michael Mates, Peter Lloyd and Peter Brooke were among MPs who contacted the attorney general about the case. Mates gave Nadir a birthday present watch inscribed: “Don’t let the buggers get you down.” They were left red-faced (Mates resigned) when, after protesting innocence, Nadir fled in May 1993 before the fraud trial due to be held that October. He was flown in private planes to France and from there to northern Cyprus, which has no extradition treaty with Britain.

Over the years, Nadir regularly promised to return to clear his name but failed to do so. However, by 2010 he was running out of money and influence in northern Cyprus. A man often seen as lacking courage took a desperate gamble and returned to Britain. The man who arrived at Luton airport in August 2010 still talked of plots and a “burning sense of injustice”.

Nadir hoped a trial would prove legally impossible. No major fraud trial had taken place so many years after the event; potentially it would be an abuse of process. Then there was his age and his cardiac problems. If no trial took place, he would sue the SFO for millions, thereby restoring his riches and reputation. The gamble failed.

Nadir gave evidence at a seven-month Old Bailey trial. His defence – funded with £2m in legal aid – was that the £150m he was accused of stealing had been replaced by cash deposits from his family, taken in suitcases to banks in northern Cyprus. But, as Mr Justice Holroyde remarked, Nadir produced not “a single piece of paper” as evidence. He had stolen out of “pure greed”.

In August 2012, Nadir was convicted on 10 specimen counts of stealing £29m between 1987 and 1990 and jailed for 10 years. He was ordered to pay £5m to Polly Peck creditors. A Turkish airline owner reportedly paid this, because Nadir was “a hero to his generation”.

After pressure from the Turkish government – plus repayment of the legal aid and surrendering his British citizenship - Nadir was released in April 2016, supposedly to serve out his sentence in Turkey. After being held overnight in Istanbul, he was released and flew to northern Cyprus, where he still had business interests.

Nadir is survived by his second wife, Nur, and six children.

🔔 Asilkan Nadir, businessman, born 1 May 1941; died 9 February 2025

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[shadowredfeline]

Four in One Post

For my A-Pal's On This Day Post

It looks really cool having Maxwell look like a Superhero. And because of that, i hope he and Emme can be superheroes together alongside Shadow, Lisa, Spot and Vanilla. They can all save the world and same goes for Sam and Jo. Plus i have enjoyed that show on Cartoon Network, but it sucked that the show was taken off of Max alongside the other Cartoon Network shows. If i had enough money, i could buy some shows onto YouTube that i haven't seen yet. But for that, let's hope the OC Couples can go and save the world together like superheroes.

For this gift art i got from my S-Pal.

Normally Tory uses a Wand, but if Shadow was KO'd, then i'm sure Tory can use his sword and wand at the same time to look like she has bigger powers. And i'm sure with Tory, she can do something for Fei-Shih since she owes her one. Like something to repay her somehow. Even Riya would be glad for her and Tory to do something for her.

Tory 😺🩰: Mmhmm. Fei Shih. I'm glad i would use my brother's sword, since i can use it along with my want to add more power to myself and for us too.

Response to my Filipino Friend and my A-Pal

It was pretty memorable to have Banjo into Smash Bros. But i know ever since Rare got sold to Microsoft back in 2002, and i was only 5 years old when that happen. Especially i know Rare had to put Handheld titles onto GBA which i hope Nintendo can add those titles onto the Switch. And i get a lot of Theories about like i would imagine if Nintendo went too far, i would imagine with Pokemon being bought out by another company alongside Game Freak and Creatures. The only companies would use Pokemon, Game Freak and Creatures better is either Bandai Namco, or Atlus and Sega. With Namco, then Pokemon can team up with the other Anime we know like Dragon Ball, Naruto, One Piece, Gundam, Digimon, Etc. But if Atlus and Sega bought it, then we can have Pokemon crossover with Megami Tensei as well as for the Side Series, Persona. But if Sony Interactive Bought it, let's say Pokemon got to team up with some PlayStation characters on the adventure which it would be pretty cool. But my friend from Cyprus disagrees with me because he'll think it would be a lot like Microsoft bought Rare. And i'm sure Lisa, Shadow and Paul would imagine that, but if Nicolas the Pikachu, Scottie and Bonn heard about it, normally Shadow, Lisa and Paul didn't mind saying like if Microsoft does own Rare, and Paul has played Killer Instinct the latest one on the computer. But i'm sure Microsoft will offer Nintendo to put some of their titles onto the Switch or make games for both Xbox, Switch and PC.

For my Filipino Friend's On this Day Post

It looks cute for Chowder and Panini to be relaxing together. And i'm sure the OC Couples should do the same if anytime they want to relax together. Like at the beach, the park or even the forest that doesn't have too many bugs.

[thedndgoblinwholivesinyourwalls]

HIHI OK LORE DUMP TIME BUCKLE UP HEHEHE

so my warlock’s name is derowyn edenfell, and she has (had??? who knows!!) a brother named cyprus. they pretty much always had just each other, and they moved around a LOT growing up with a traveling group of satyrs. as kids they always dreamed of having money and power and a big home in a big city.

so one day cyprus gets REALLY sick, so the two of them break away from their group and make their way to a big city (i didn’t give it a name, i’m leaving that to my DM lmao) to try and make it on their own.

derowyn takes up a servants position at a rich family’s manor, doing a little bit of everything, and at night they would go back to cyprus and use their money to try and buy medicine. nothing is working and he’s just getting worse but derowyn refuses to give up hope, eventually turning to praying to genies because gods aren’t helping.

so one day as she’s going to the woods on the outskirts of the city to collect firewood for the family (i said they did a little of everything, i MEAN it lol) a dao appears and proposes a deal: cyprus’s soul gets to live on, and derowyn takes up the dao’s lantern and keeps it lit. they obviously take the deal—cyprus gets to live AND they get a taste of magic and power, what’s the downside?

ILL TELL YOU HEHE!! the downside is that the trees derowyn has to use for the lantern are actually the overtaken bodies of the people who have made deals with genies like that one before (dun dun DUNNNN) and should derowyn herself ever give up, back out on the pact, or let the lantern die out their body will become the next tree and cyprus’s soul is gone forever.

SO YEAH THATS WHAT I GOT HEHEHE they are my silly and i love them <3

sorry this was insanely long whoops how are u!!!!!

JAW DROPPED/POS DEROWYN AND CYRPUS <333 I LOVE THEM SO MUCH ALREADY :D

The tree thing raghh oh my god shdhshjs sorry sorry that’s just so!!/pos i love when that happens in stories!! Pacts are honestly a fav of mine and!! (this is not coherent at all oml)

Pls tell me cyprus lives and derwoyn amdbdjjd/hj

[dreaminginthedeepsouth]

Do you remember the military junta that ruled Greece from 1967 to 1974?  I didn’t remember much about it either, except for a vague recollection that there had been a military coup just before elections were scheduled to be held in May of that year.  The elections were predicted to be won by Georgios Papandreou’s Center Union, a leftist party that had won elections in 1963 and 1964, the second by a large majority.  The right wing in Greece was rattled by the probable election of Papandreou in1967.  They were even more alarmed that his son, Andreas, who was even further to the left than his father, would have a role in a new government, so a group of generals and colonels pulled off a coup just before the elections to keep Papandreou from winning.

They ran tanks into downtown Athens, creating mass confusion and fear, and dispatched military units around the country to arrest Center Union politicians, intellectuals supporting Papandreou, the acting Prime Minister, Panagiotis Kanellopoulos, and ordinary citizens who were suspected of leftist sympathies.  The coup suspended most of the Greek Constitution, making possible arbitrary arrests and prosecutions without warrants or formal charges.  Georgios Papandreou was arrested at his home in a nighttime raid.  His son Andreas was chased from his bedroom by soldiers armed with machine guns and rifles with fixed bayonets.  He was caught on the roof of his house and surrendered when one of the soldiers held a gun to the head of his 14-year-old son, George Papandreou (who would later serve as prime minister from 2009 to 2011).

There was a military coup in Cyprus in 1974, a failed military coup in Greece in 1975, a failed military coup in Spain in 1981, and martial law was imposed in Poland to put down the Solidarity movement, also in 1981.

I remember sitting here comfortably in the United States, watching all of this happen overseas from the house I had just bought on North Haven Island out in the Hamptons.  In this country, a new conservative government led by Ronald Reagan had just been elected, and although Democrats were disappointed, there were no protests in the streets.  President Carter and his wife Rosalyn met the Reagans under the White House portico and welcomed them into the White House on Jan. 20, 1981, and as outgoing presidents had done before them, attended Reagan’s inauguration that day at the Capitol.

Later in the 1980’s I met an extremely wealthy woman from one of the leading countries in Europe.  Her family owned a huge company that manufactured things you have probably used every day in your life.  She had enough money to buy herself an island and get away from it all, if she became unhappy with the politics and behavior of her own country, which had been conquered by Hitler in World War II.  Some of her own countrymen had been collaborators with the Nazi occupiers. Having watched coups in Europe and occasional political unrest in her own country, she did not trust that all would continue to be well in Europe, so where did she turn, and what did she do?  She traveled to the United States each time she was pregnant and had her babies here, so that they would always have American citizenship as well as citizenship in their own country.  She wanted her children to have what we have.

We didn’t have the danger of military coups and rule by junta.  Our democracy was healthy.  Our government was stable, with our three branches – the Executive, the Congress, and the Judiciary – going to work every day and doing their jobs, reliably if not always agreeably. Our two major political parties differed over issues, politicians occasionally got nasty with each other rhetorically, but we hadn’t had a real upheaval in this country since Richard Nixon was forced out by threat of impeachment over crimes he committed in office.  Our elections were a model for the world.  U.S. observers were asked by other countries to monitor their elections and help make them “free and fair,” as it was often said.

Our economy was the best in the world.  Money came from all over the globe to invest in our stock market.  Foreign auto manufacturers imitated U.S. companies and built cars to compete on an equal basis for sales in this country.  The United Nations sat on the East River in Manhattan where attempts to settle international disputes without going to war were made every day.  Foreign nations maintained embassies in Washington D.C. and U.N. missions in New York City.  Our universities, major and minor both, received thousands of applications for admission from foreign students who wanted to come here to be educated so they could go home and be able to compete in the international marketplace of money and politics and ideas.  Many foreign graduates chose to stay here and enrich our universities, cities, businesses and our politics.

This was American exceptionalism – in the words of Ronald Reagan in his farewell address from the Oval Office to the American people, we were a “shining city on a hill,” a beacon of stability and creativity and freedom to the rest of the world.

Who would say that of the United States of America today?  One of our two major political parties has not accepted the results of the last election and has ceased behaving like it is part of a democracy. It is making plans for a coup if the next election doesn’t go their way. Even if they win, their plans resemble a coup.  Remember the description of Greece in 1967?  If Donald Trump is elected in 2024, it won’t look like a win, it will look the installation of a dictator.  He has said he will invoke the Insurrection Act on “day one” and will use active duty soldiers to put down demonstrations in the streets.  He will use soldiers to enforce the law in any way he wants.  He has said he will “go after” President Biden and his entire family.  He will use the Department of Justice not to enforce the law but to bludgeon his opponents.  He has said he will demand an oath of loyalty to him from anyone who goes to work in the federal government.  He has promised to arrest and jail his political opponents. Using the Insurrection Act to suspend the Posse Comitatus Act, he will use the military to carry out arrests and detentions.

We could see tanks on street corners in Washington D.C. as the Greeks saw them in Athens in 1967, and that is if Trump wins.  The Heritage Foundation has come up with a document with plans for a Trump administration that reads like a coup-in-place.  His henchman Stephen Miller has said a Trump administration will round up tens of millions of immigrants and put them in what amount to concentration camps pending deportation under rules that suspend the normal process involved if a person is to be expelled from the United States.  Spokesmen for Trump have even promised to separate children from their mothers at the border again, and presumably as part of their roundup of immigrants. 

We won’t be a nation of laws.  We will be a nation with armed soldiers in the streets and razor-wire camps waiting to imprison anyone who opposes Donald Trump.

That is what our new American exceptionalism will look like.  The beacon on our shining city will be a red light:  Stop.  Stop using the word “gay.”  Stop the right to control your own healthcare if you are a woman.  Stop the study of American history that talks about slavery and Reconstruction and Jim Crow.  Stop the free marketplace of ideas.  Stop voting rights.  Stop free and fair elections.  

The Donald Trump plan to Make America Great Again will end our democracy and replace it with a fascist state.

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I absolutely love the aesthetic of this house. How the white and blue combined by the green of the plants and terracotta pots. Cast iron balcony railings and the chipped render.

This would be a dream if I could buy a home over here, but it isn’t just as easy as buying a home over in the UK.

I can only dream that I can stay in Cyprus forever ♾️

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Crossings and Checkpoints: Walking through all of Nicosia

I've mentioned it before in one of my other posts, but, for one of my commuting routes, I have to go through the Greek and Turkish Cypriot checkpoints and the United Nations buffer-zone. Before coming to Cyprus, I was nervous over what the crossing experience would be like, what documents I would need, etc., so I hope that this post can serve as a guide for anyone traveling to Nicosia. Please note that this doesn't constitute as official legal advice, and I highly encourage looking up what your home country's embassy says about the situation. With that being said, let's continue with the post!

I think it's important to start with the division of Cyprus to understand why the crossings exist. After the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974, Cyprus was split. The Republic of Cyprus, the government recognized by almost all countries as the government of the whole island, retains control of the south. The unrecognized "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus", or KKTC in Turkish, has control over the northern part of Cyprus, including the northern part of Nicosia. However, no state except for Turkey recognizes the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus". During the conflict, the UN made a buffer zone between the two sides, and, for many years, you could not cross without special permission.

However, starting from the 2000s, the checkpoints began to open, and many Cypriots have used them to visit their homes and friends who they hadn't seen since before the invasion. You can only cross from one side or the other after presenting your documents at official, recognized crossings. Luckily, the checkpoints are open 24/7 which makes crossing easier.

While there are several checkpoints on the island, the ones used most frequently seem to the be the ones in the Nicosia area. There is the Ayios Dometios/Metehan crossing where civilian vehicles can cross from one side to the other, and there are two others where civilians can easily walk from south to north and vice-versa. Since I can't drive, I used these two.

The first is the one by the Ledra Palace Hotel. This one is available for anyone coming on foot, and certain vehicles, mainly UN and diplomatic vehicles, may also drive through here. Other vehicles are prohibited. I find that this one is more on the edge of the Walled City which means it is a bit less crowded. In the buffer zone here, you can find the Home for Cooperation which hosts many bicommunal events and hosts a nice cafe where people can meet and converse. It opened in 2011, and you can also peruse some books and buy bicommunal olive oil here.

The second is the one on Ledra/Lokmacı Street. This one is only for people coming on foot. The buffer zone is very narrow here, and it tends to get more crowded here at certain times. However, it is an interesting experience since as soon as you cross, the main language on the street changes alongside the architecture and general feel. If you're visiting Nicosia as a tourist, I would probably recommend using this checkpoint since it will also be more convenient if you're visiting museums in the Old City.

To be ready for either crossing, make sure to have your passport ready. From what I've heard, citizens of the European Union can use their national ID card. If you have a residence card from Cyprus or another European country, try to have that ready, too. Make sure to put your phone away once you're next in line at the checkpoint.

Once you get to the checkpoint, you will have to present your passport or ID card to the police. They might ask you for a few things, such as your arrival airport (more on this later), your intended length of stay, whether you intend to go to the Home for Cooperation or the "Occupied Area" (κατεχόμενα/katexomena in Greek), or whether it's your first-time crossing. Answer these questions truthfully. Then, don't put your passport away! You only went through one of the checkpoints; you still have to go through the other. Once you repeat this process at the other checkpoint, then you should be good to go on to the other side.

It might be a bit easier to understand with an example. In my case, I'm usually crossing from the Greek Cypriot side to the Turkish Cypriot side. Therefore, I need to take out my passport and Republic of Cyprus ID card. Once I'm there, the police usually take my passport and ID card. They might ask me a few questions, like if I'm going to the buffer zone or the occupied area. Then, they scan my passport before giving it back to me. I'll walk through the buffer zone area before reaching the Turkish Cypriot checkpoint where I will show them my passport. They'll also look at my passport and scan it; then they'll give it back to me, and I'll walk through the checkpoint area to the exit.

It might sound difficult, but it really is quite simple!

However, there are a few things you should note: One, your arrival airport might affect your ability to cross. Unless you're an EU citizen, you might not be able to cross from the Turkish Cypriot side to the Greek Cypriot side if you landed at Ercan Airport, as the Republic of Cyprus does not consider this a legal point of entry. This also applies to ferry passengers who arrive from Turkey to Cyprus from the port of Taşucu. I think they usually still let you cross. Still, I would be careful and first arrive through Larnaca Airport.

Two, don't try to film or take pictures of police working at the checkpoints. While they probably won't say anything, I have seen people being told to put their phones away. It's fine to look at your phone while waiting in line, but make sure to put it away before it's your turn.

Three, be careful with what words you use to describe the other side. While many people describe this scenario of crossing from one side to the other as crossing a border, I've seen international tourists being scolded for using this terminology since the Republic of Cyprus does not consider going to other side as having crossed an international border. It's fine to use terms like crossing or checkpoint.

Four, if you're a person of color, you might receive increased scrutiny. Full disclosure ahead: while I have all of the necessary documents and have crossed many times, usually without incident, there have been times where I have almost been denied permission to cross. I am not alone in this, however. A Turkish Cypriot colleague of mine told me that this has also occurred with Turkish Cypriots crossing to the Greek Cypriot side.

Five, if you're a non-EU, or US, national, you should still be able to cross. I don't know the specifics for every country, but my housemate is Iranian, and her boyfriend is a Bosnian Serb. Both have been able to cross back and forth without incident as far as I know.

With that being said, I think this covers most questions that people might have about crossing. I hope this helps future travelers to Nicosia, and please feel free to send in any questions that you still have!

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Gas Fireplace in Cyprus

As the cool Mediterranean evenings roll in, having a dependable supply of heat and atmosphere in your own home is important. Whether you need to improve your modern-day heating gadget or add a cozy contact to your living area, a fuel fireplace is an extraordinary option. With their present-day enchantment and power performance, gas fireplaces in Cyprus have become increasingly popular among owners. In this article, we’ll discover the advantages of choosing a gas fireside, a way to pick the right one for your home, and what to remember while attempting to find fireplaces in Cyprus.

Why Choose a Gas Fireplace in Cyprus?

A fuel fireplace offers several advantages over conventional wooden-burning fireplaces, making it a super preference for owners in Cyprus. Here are some key advantages of using GAS fireplace Cyprus:

1. Ease of Use: 

One of the primary advantages of a gasoline fireside is its comfort. You can ignite your hearth with a simple button push, creating instant warmth without cutting timber or managing ashes. Gas fireplaces are also easy to manipulate, allowing you to adjust the temperature and flame top to suit your wishes.

2. Energy Efficiency: 

Gas fireplaces are green while converting gas into warmth. Unlike timber-burning fireplaces, which lose a lot of warmth through the chimney, gas fireplaces are designed to warm the room more correctly. This can assist in lessening typical heating charges, especially at some point in the cooler months in Cyprus.

3. Style and Design: 

Gas fireplaces are available in various conventional and modern designs. You can pick among wall-set-up units, inserts, or freestanding models, depending on your aesthetic alternatives and the format of your area. Many gasoline fireplaces offer customisable functions, consisting of unique flame outcomes, far-off controls, and thermostat settings.

4. Efficiency and Cost: 

Gas fireplaces are typically more strength-efficient than wooden-burning alternatives, but their performance can vary depending on the model and brand. Look for models with excessive performance ratings to ensure a premiere overall performance and decrease running fees. Additionally, set-up and ongoing gasoline fees should be considered when budgeting for your new hearth.

Fireplaces in Cyprus: A Stylish Addition to Any Home

In Cyprus, fireplaces are greater than only a heating solution—they’re an elegant focal factor in any room. Choosing between modern fuel or traditional wood-burning fireplaces lets you find a design that matches your home and heating preferences.

Speak with experts before buying a new fireplace because they can help you find the ideal unit for your living space. 

The excellent selection of gas fireplaces in Cyprus matches all your home heating needs. Homeowners love gas fireplaces because they're easy to operate and save energy; plus they provide warmth throughout the entire year.

For a wide selection of gasoline fireplaces Cyprus and set-up services, you may find superb fireplaces that bring warmth, comfort, and beauty to your living space.

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Key Factors to Consider When Looking for Apartments for Sale in Limassol

Are you looking for an apartment in Limassol? You’re probably wondering how to choose the right property. Whether you are seeking an investment property, or a permanent residence, there are several factors to consider when looking for apartments for sale in Limassol. Understanding these key elements can help ensure you make an informed decision that suits your needs.

Location and Proximity to Amenities

The location of an apartment is perhaps the most critical factor to consider. In Limassol, proximity to the beach, business hubs, schools, and essential services such as supermarkets or medical facilities can greatly influence your day-to-day life. Apartments in the city centre tend to be more expensive, but they provide easy access to a wealth of amenities, including restaurants, cafes, and cultural attractions.

On the other hand, more tranquil areas on the outskirts of the city might offer quieter living conditions but can still be within a short drive to the coast or key locations. Whether you prefer the heart of the action or a more serene setting, you can find a range of Limassol apartments for sale that meet your criteria.

Budget and Financing Options

Establishing your budget is a fundamental step in the apartment search. In Limassol, property prices can vary significantly depending on the location, size, and features of the apartment. Be realistic about your financial capabilities and determine how much you can afford to spend on the property.

For those seeking apartments to buy in Limassol, it’s essential to consider not only the purchase price but also additional costs such as stamp duty, legal fees, and maintenance charges. Exploring financing options, such as local or international mortgages, can help you understand the financial commitments involved.

Property Features and Size

When looking for apartments, the property’s size and features should align with your requirements. If you are purchasing a family home, a larger apartment with multiple bedrooms and an open-plan living space may be ideal. Alternatively, if you are buying an investment property or a second home, you might be looking for something smaller and easier to manage.

Think about additional features that could add value or convenience to your lifestyle. Many of Limassol’s modern apartment complexes offer many facilities, making them attractive to both residents and tenants.

Property Condition and Age

The age and condition of an apartment can significantly impact both its value and maintenance needs. Older properties may offer more character and lower purchase prices but could require more ongoing maintenance and renovations. Newer developments, on the other hand, typically feature more contemporary designs and may come with warranties or guarantees on construction and appliances.

Before purchasing, it’s recommended to carry out a thorough inspection of the property. Check for any signs of damage, structural issues, or necessary repairs.

Rental Potential and Investment Value

For investors, one of the most important considerations when purchasing an apartment in Limassol is its rental potential. Apartments near the beach or business districts tend to have higher demand from tenants, ensuring a steady rental income stream.

Research the rental market in your chosen area and assess the potential return on investment. By choosing the right location and property, you can enjoy both the use of your apartment and the financial benefits of renting it out.

Finding the right apartment in Limassol requires careful consideration. By evaluating your priorities and conducting thorough research, you can find an apartment that suits your lifestyle and financial goals.

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