CTO Thanks Abu Dhabi

The CTO recently participated in the 2nd tourism exhibition which occurred at the Abu Dhabi Marina Mall (16-19 May 2006). In cooperation with the ATTAC (Abu Dhabi Travel and Tourism Agencies Committee), this was a 3 day travel bonanza where agents and destinations could show-case their products to the general public. Furthermore, all major agents were then invited for a power lunch which was an opportunity for the CTO to thank and encourage agents to sell the Island as an ideal short haul summer break.

Top scores across Europe’s bathing water
The European Union just released the results on a bathing site’s quality classification across Europe. The results of water quality monitoring, the site’s management plan and other relevant information showed Cyprus to score full marks and to have the cleanest bathing water across Europe scoring full points in all areas sampled on the island. This research is now readily available to the public, both through displays at the site and through the media and internet. www.ec.europa.eu/water/water-bathing/index_en.html

Summer English language courses
Apart from being an ideal holiday destination, Cyprus has become an attraction for students to learn and study English under the umbrella of this island’s famous hospitality. English in Cyprus is not a foreign language, due to the close links with the UK and the over 1 million British tourists visiting the island yearly. The major benefit if coming to studying in Cyprus is safety. The crime rate here is very low and Cypriot society is still strongly based on family values and stability. Young people can enjoy themselves while learning without worrying about themselves or their belongings. Visit www.xenion.ac.cy for more information or contact our offices.

Cyprus participates in Joitex 2006
The CTO will have a Cyprus pavilion at the first Jordan International Tourism Expo which will be held in Amman from 10-13 July 2006. This will be an opportunity to showcase the island to the well established neighboring Jordanian market. See the website of the exhibition at www.joitex.com