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2011 Cyprus Golden Stage Rally

On 13 September 2011 By

The ground-breaking Love Cyprus Golden Stage Rally, which took place to great acclaim for the first time in 2010, will run again on Sunday 6 November, Eurosport Events and the Cyprus Automobile Association are delighted to confirm.

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Snorkelling in Cyprus – Akamas

On 3 September 2011 By

Our firm favourite for snorkelling in the west of Cyprus is the north coast of the Akamas Peninsula stretching from Latsi (Latchi) in the east to Cape Arnauti in the west.  Sheltered from the winds, the waters are the clearest and warmest we’ve found.

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The north coast of the Akamas Peninsula nature reserve has some great diving and snorkelling.  Probably the quietest of the various bays is Manolis.  Here's what we found when we snorkelled there.

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The north coast of the Akamas Peninsula nature reserve has some great diving and snorkelling.  The north west tip of the Akamas Peninsula is Cape Arnauti.  Here's what we found when we snorkelled there.

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The Cyprus Rally is a crucial part of the IRC (Intercontinental Rally Challenge) for two reasons:  It’s the last event of the 2011 season and it scores double championship points.  That means the world’s best drivers will be looking for a result in Cyprus’ November sunshine.

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The Cyprus Rally 2011 is a round of the 2011 Intercontinental Rally Challenge.  Created in 2007, the Intercontinental Rally Challenge is an international rally series authorised by the FIA and promoted by Eurosport Events.

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The west coast of Paphos tends to be rocky with waves – and that’s exactly what we found at Paphos Lighthouse.  Snorkelling there isn’t for the faint hearted – read on to find out why.

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Cyprus Blue Flag Beaches

On 21 August 2011 By

Forty-nine beaches in Cyprus were awarded the Blue Flag meaning they meet environmental management criteria covering sewage treatment, coastal planning and protection, bathing water quality, safety and services and environmental education.

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The north coast of the Akamas peninsula coastline is a snorkeller’s paradise.  Fontana Amorosa is a popular, large bay with a history.  Here's what we found.

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It now seems almost certain the 2011 IRC Cyprus Rally will be based in Paphos rather than Limassol where it has been based in previous years.

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