Cyprus: an ideal Eid holiday destination

“Cyprus can be summed up as a ideal short-haul destination from most parts of the Arab world, which offers fantastic beaches, stunning nature, culture and history and is very safe,” said Mr. Vassilis Theocharides, Director CTO Middle East & Arabian Gulf Office.

Outlining why Cyprus is such an attractive destination for its Middle Eastern neighbours, Theocharides said: “Cyprus has been a traditional destination for the Middle East for many years. Being relatively close for the countries of the region allows travellers to choose Cyprus for short escapes, the average stay from our latest statistics is four days,” Theocharides said.

The Cyprus embassy in Abu Dhabi is now fully operational and is capable of issuing visas for travellers in two working days, Cyprus also accepts multiple entry Schengen visas. the opening of a new visa processing centre in Dubai recenetly also facilitates tourists and fast track the visa processing. Customers based in Dubai and the surrounding areas can apply for their visas without having to travel to Abu Dhabi.

The visa application centre is located in Atrium Centre, next to CitiBank on Bank Street in Bur Dubai. VFS Global, a specialist partner for diplomatic missions worldwide and part of the Zurich based Kuoni Travel Group, will provide support services for those requiring visas to travel to Cyprus from Dubai.