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Driving through Ayia Napa the other night I was thrilled to see the streets lit up and coming to life again. It filled me with hope and reminded me that whatever storms we go through, eventually the clouds disperse and calm will always be restored.

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R ETIR E M E NT Thinking of retiring to Cyprus?

ASIDE FROM THE OBVIOUS GREAT WEATHER, ONE OF OF THE REASONS FOR THE COUNTRY’S GROWING POPULARITY AS A PLACE TO RETIRE TO INCLUDES ITS LOW CRIME RATE, OF WHICH CYPRUS IS RANKED AS THE 5TH SAFEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD, WIDESPREAD SPOKEN ENGLISH (80% OF THE POPULATION), INCLUSION IN THE EU, TAX BENEFITS, AND AN AFFORDABLE COST OF LIVING. It is now top of the list for people to emigrate to. With its breathtaking coastal atmosphere, exotic cuisine, spectacular architecture, and phenomenal rich history, it is not too hard to be enticed by the notion of calling this paradise home.

And compared to other European countries the cost of living is a lot less.

An average person can live on 700 euros per month with property prices more affordable than its European counterparts.

And with the Cypriot legal and banking systems closely related to those established in Britain, it’s an attractive place

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to settle. Over two million Britons come here annually to spend their vacation and lie on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. On the eastern side, Paralimni and its surrounding villages in the Famagusta region are popular choices to set up home. It also serves as a great investment for businesses.It is the economic hub of Cyprus so if you intend to grow your money or increase your paycheck, the Famagusta is the place to go and do that.

And since the introduction of the Retirement visa back in 2007, Larnaca has become the place to reside when you retire. This scheme was specially designed for wealthy non-EU citizens (EU citizens do not generally need visas of any kind).

The city caters mainly to retirees who enjoy a lot of great benefits such as

state of the art healthcare, very low-income tax and pensions are not subject to withholding tax. And compared to Nicosia, Limassol and Paphos, Larnaca has a creative low cost of living.

However Nicosia still ranks within the top 20 best cities in Europe to live and retire to, with it mixture of city and village life, as well as the infuse of culture and history. Out of all the cities in Cyprus, Nicosia has the best transport and connection system. Since it is strategically located at the midpoint of Africa, Europe and Asia, travellers enjoy easy connections to international airports and shipping ports.

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DORMITION OF THE THEOTOKOS IN CYPRUS The holiday is celebrated annually on August 15th.

The Feast of the Assumption of Mary is a very important day in the Catholic religion - it is even called the 'Easter of the summer' in some parts of Europe.

Also known as the 'Dormition of the Virgin Mary', it is the principal feast of the Blessed Virgin, the mother of Jesus Christ.

In the early Christian centuries relics of saints and those who gave their lives for the faith were jealously guarded and highly prized. Many cities claim the mortal remains of saints, both famous and littleknown. But there are no records of Mary's bodily remains being venerated anywhere.

In countries such as Spain and Italy, it marks the start of the annual summer holidays, when many escape the heat of the cities to vacation on the coast or in the hills.

As this is a religious holiday, the Assumption is most commonly celebrated by devotees by attending mass, where the subject of the sermon is usually the Virgin Mary.

History of the Assumption of Mary This feast commemorates two events - the departure of Mary from this life and the assumption of her body into heaven.

The Church's official doctrine of the Assumption says that at the end of her life on earth Mary was assumed, body and soul, into heaven.

Some mistakenly believe Mary "ascended" into heaven, which is incorrect according to the Bible. It was Jesus Christ who ascended into heaven, by his own power. But Mary was assumed or taken up into heaven by God. Pope Pius Xll, in 1950, defined that Mary "after the completion of her earthly life... was assumed body and soul into the glory of Heaven." Her body wasn't allowed to corrupt nor was it allowed to remain in a tomb. Though there are claims by some cities about possessing her temporary tomb.

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roklini Community Choir was founded four years ago with 14 members and has now grown to a membership of over 45 singers. The Choir holds regular concerts to raise funds for worthwhile charities in Cyprus and thousands of euros have been handed over to those concerned in past years including “Cans for Kids” The fundraising is ongoing too, as currently there is a huge can bank in the car park opposite the Oroklini Town Hall for people to take their used cans for recycling. “Cans for Kids”

arranges collection from this bank and takes them off to be sorted and sold on. This can bank has already been emptied a number of times, such is the willing response from villagers.

During lockdown, when the choir was not able to meet, Claire Saul the Musical Director, kept the impetus going with the members by holding online rehearsals regularly and this had the effect of uplifting the spirits of everyone – all the choir avidly looked forward to these sessions.

Fancy joining the choir?

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The new season begins Wednesday 2nd September 2020 10-12 but kindly check venue by ringing Claire on 99935637.

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51, TALKS ABOUT THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED RETURN OF FRIENDS, THE SECRET TO HER LONGEVITY AND HAPPINESS, AND WHY HAVING GOOD FRIENDS IS ALL YOU EVER NEED. by Violet Wilder

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he’s an actress so often represented on screen by bubbly, buoyant, energetic and humorous antics, yet someone who, away from the flashbulbs and the premieres has found the challenges of settling down and finding the right partner slightly more challenging despite her £200 fortune.

For decades the media have dogged Jennifer Aniston with incessant rumours about her heartbreaks, rumoured lovers, and most infuriating of all, her numerous wouldbe baby bumps, causing her to bite back at the 2016 Giffoni Film Festival in Italy, where she declared: “The world is starting to realise that women are not only clothes, makeup, and selfies,”.

She continued, “Sometimes we as women are our own worst enemies and that’s why we have to support each other.

When I was a teenager I grew up with a great circle of friends who always supported me and were like family to me. As women, we should accept every aspect of ourselves and embrace ourselves

for who and what we are, including our faults. That will make you strong.”

A jewel in Hollywood’s crown, she returns this year in The One Where They Got Back Together, the hugely anticipated Friends reunion screening on HBO, postponed because of the Coronavirus pandemic.

For Aniston, who has worked so hard to carve her career beyond the bubbly beauty Rachel, there is little need to return to the fabled Friends set, and one might excuse her for wanting to protect her status as such an accomplished actress. But never one to deny her roots, the Los Angeles native is still incredibly proud of her contribution to the hit show. “I’m very grateful for what that role gave me back then – we all are; it was a gift for all of us. Sometimes Rachel seems like three lifetimes ago and it is scary to think of her as coming back,” she reveals.

“That said, I’m at a point in my life and career where I can say: who cares about my image?! In all, I’m ready to play characters that reveal the painful and ugly sides of life rather than just embodying more glamorous or attractive kinds of roles.”

Casting directors, however, may feel differently. Aniston is still radiant and physically fit. Not surprisingly, her approach to wellness is as common sense as her approach to most things in life, saying, “I don’t have any formula. I love to do yoga and I feel better - I feel have more energy if I can do one 20-minute workout every day.”

“I know if I exercise enough and stay active I can eat what I want and not worry about my weight or how I look. If I put on a few pounds, I just eat more fish and salads for a week and exercise four or five times as opposed to two or three.”

“I’ve always had a certain amount of inner strength and confidence that gives me a level of immunity.

There’s no point in becoming angry or bitter about things that go wrong in your life or what’s reported about you. You can only control what you do in your world and that’s the only reality you should think about. I’ve also been lucky to have great friends who I can talk to if I’m ever down or worried and who are there for me.”

And in that, Jennifer Aniston confirms what we all knew… that anything is possible with a little help from your friends.

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WHAT’S ADR?

ADR, Ammochostos Dog Rescuers, is a non governmental/non-profit shelter located in the Paralimni area. The Group was founded in 2016 and rushed to create an official shelter in 2017 for one dog! Ronny! This was all done for a dog named Ronny, a pitbull who was rushed to be saved from euthanasia. Poor Ronny was in a cage covered in blood as he was involved in “Dogfighting”. When the ADR founder saw this mistreated dog they made it their goal to create a shelter in one night and rescue Ronny from his 14

misery. He was a big strong boy that definitely deserved more in life than what he was living in. Long story short, Ronny was in the shelter that slowly grew in dog members for 2 years.

Today? Today Ronny sleeps like a king in bed with his current loving family! This group aims into tracking unprotected, wounded and stray animals in the Ammochostos area with a good information system to notify people so that whoever can help will be able to do so.

Since 2017, many people have come to volunteer at

ADR, and have become a loving member of this big family that aims at giving LOVE to all four legged walking creatures! ADR does not tolerate violence or euthanasia that sadly many municipalities follow.

Volunteers are the reason this shelter can continue doing what it’s doing, many of the volunteers have come close and have a strong bond that no other place can provide! When you leave ADR, you don’t leave the place in sadness but with a smile on your face because of how loving the place has become.

Of course, it’s always heartbreaking leaving such loving animals behind but once volunteers step home it’s their aim at finding those doggies a home they deserve!

Many smiley faces from our dogs can be found on the ADR facebook page!

How can I become a member? Being a volunteer member has many sides, you can be a member in any way you can! You can either donate, donations are ALWAYS welcome as there are many vet bills and food that need to be bought. You can come to volunteer at the shelter by either cleaning, or even walking the dogs!

Doggies are always appreciated by your visit, and will be sure to give you a hug once you walk in.

You can also be a volunteer by sharing ADR’s facebook posts, who knows, maybe a friend you have on FB could have been looking for a dog like the one you shared!

We have volunteers that are photographers, singers, make up artists, videographers, anything you can imagine will be helpful at ADR! Even if you can transfer a dog to

the airport for their flight towards their forever home is a HUGE amount of help!

Simply send a message on Facebook of what you are capable of doing and a volunteer will come in contact giving you all details needed for your good deed!

What is an adoption package? ADR dogs are given with an adoption package that is 130 euro.

The package includes a microchip, the first vaccination, the deworming pill, a pill for ticks and fleas, the health booklet and the sterilization at the appropriate age.

This amount is for his/her medical expenses. ADR dogs are only given for family members, not for the yard, chain or cage. The main goal is to save them.

The adoption package amount only covers the expenses mentioned above.

How does the shelter get funds or how can I donate?

ADR does many fundraiser events, not only to bring all members together but raise funds in order maintain the shelter! If you see any event posted on ADR facebook page, join the team, all proceeds go to the shelter. If you wish to donate, ADR has a paypal: ammochostosdogs@ gmail.com

What do I do when I find a dog? First step should be to inform your local Municipality, they will come scan the dog to check if it has microchip to inform its possible owners. If nothing is found, then it must be brought to the vet to have a thorough check for the microchip.

Do I have to live in Cyprus to adopt a dog from ADR? No, ADR dogs have amazing endings also in Belgium, Holland, England. ADR works with organizations in these countries that do the home checks, so they can adopt from Cyprus and get their new member when flights are available! There is a difference in the adoption package amount as you must also buy the dogs air ticket but all will be informed beforehand.

Many times a family might not be able to cover the full amount and so fundraisers get formed to help the families.

FAS H ION MEET SIMON PHILLIPS, FASHION DESIGNER AND ARTIST FROM LARNACA

HOW DID YOU GET INTO DESIGNING It came on

a whim, I have always been pretty good with art design. I was at college and did airbrush design and from here developed the interest in t shirt design from 17 years old.

DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE I like pop art and geometrical shapes very similar to Leonardo Da Vinci who has been very inspirational to me. I like to capture the inner art as in what is behind the canvas. There is usually secret behind that because different shapes and dimensions enable the art to stand out more.

I want my customers to dive deep into the art that I create for them.

HOW DIFFERENT IS IT TO DESIGN FOR CLOTHING THAN INTERIORS It’s a

different concept, I have a lot of pieces with interior designs on t shirt. Yet interior design is bespoke and unique where a t shirt is more commercial.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

Inspiration comes from travelling to different places. I am half Cypriot but I like to experience different places around the world but also from my garden which is a sanctuary to me. I have been living in Cyprus since I was 12 years old and me and my dad constructed the garden from scratch, added the patio, pathways and lights and it’s become a Zen

palace. I believe in nature, that inspires me the most, the beauty of the universe and that shines in my art.

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C U LTU R E When my business life was a mess I turned to Burlesque to focus my mind and challenge my body. Now I’m comfortable in my skin and feeling sexier than ever.

And representing Cyprus at World Burlesque Day 2020 was one of my highlights this year.

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y name is Stefania and I’m Italian.

I’m a Burlesque performer and teacher, pin-up and blogger. In 2012 I saw for the first time a Burlesque show in a club in Italy and I was amazed by those gorgeous performers on stage. They were far from the stereotype of skinny models in their twenties: they were self-confident and empowered women, each of them showing their unique beauty and talent.

I wanted to be like them, to wear those breathtaking costumes and to express my creativity.

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So, two years later I started taking Burlesque classes and I became Vanilla Rose.

I will always remember my very first class as a milestone in my life! I was a little bit nervous and very excited at the same time, but the teacher put me at ease and there was an immediate feeling with the other girls. While learning easy but impressive dance moves and routines, we

created a supportive and relaxed atmosphere, full of laughters, irony, cheering and fun! And what about that supreme retro aesthetic and those glamorous accessories?

Long satin gloves and feathers boas, hats, umbrellas, fans and many more that make us feel like divas.

In 2016, by the time I had successfully completed my training and started teaching and performing, Life gave me another challenge: moving with my partner to Cyprus to write a new chapter of our life.

I noticed a lot of beautiful and stylish women on every part of the island.

As anywhere else, women like you and I are always looking for something new to do and that makes us feel rewarded for our everyday commitments in our personal and professional life. What better way than Burlesque to do this? And the best part is that you can do it with your girl-friends

and other like-minded women, of any age and size, locals and expats alike. Together we bring out our uniqueness, we wear those gorgeous outfits and high heels that make us feel fabulous. Yes, all this can be achieved with Burlesque, the art of seduction, the fun-way to dance and do a clever workout, the self-esteem booster!

Every class is like a girls’ night out. We feel like the Sex & the City girls in Cyprus, so... raise your glass of Manhattan and join my weekly Burlesque classes in Larnaca!

Contact me for more information: Facebook page: Vanilla Rose – Burlesque Instagram: vanilla_rose_ burlesque Find my blog by googling: “Burlesque Blog by Vanilla Rose”.

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Music expert and Drew Andrea, who organises Cyprus Rocks, gives her insight into the music scene around Cyprus . If you want to be included email info@lifestylelivingcyprus.com

LIFE JUST ISN’T THE SAME WITHOUT LIVE MUSIC!!

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t’s a difficult time for the music scene not only in Cyprus, but GLOBALLY!

The Corona virus has put a pause on this principal factor, in most people's lives.....music is contagious, uplifting and has a definite and amazing impact on our feelings.

Usually the long sunny days and warm evenings are filled with many music events island wide however, not 2020..... the new decade has seen hardly any music events to mention.

Increasingly popular during the lockdown were online live streaming events where musicians were able to interact, maintain contact with their followers and provide entertainment.

We saw the first one here in Cyprus, performed by local band MINUS ONE, who had to cancel a performance and live streamed it instead from Savino Live in Larnaca. The response was great!

I took advantage of lots of online live streams and discovered lots of bands

during lockdown but not to get confused, these were a temporary substitute, as nothing beats live music.

I even created a Facebook group, Rocking the Cyprus Lockdown, and was able to share and post lots of live streaming events by local bands and famous international artists.

We are fortunate that Cyprus usually offers lots of festivals with guaranteed good weather!

To mention a few popular ones that we will miss this year...... FENGAROS Festival, a popular music festival, offering independent music from Europe, locally and beyond.

LIVING COLOUR FESTIVAL which has performances by world renowned artists and DJs, INTO THE LIMBO which specializes in psychedelic stoner rock set in the ruins of an abandoned village and CYPRUS ROCKS FESTIVAL in Protaras, the classic rock festival with performances from the best quality tributes to rock and

has the magic of bringing together a huge rock family from abroad and locally.

However....this year, following all government regulations, all festivals have been postponed to 2021.

Fortunately, we are seeing some live acoustic events making a comeback....

A few places have begun to host these, for example KOURSAROS MUSIC BAR and BLUE SPICE in Protaras.

For a small island, we are blessed to have lots of talented musicians and bands. One of these is Larnaca band, BLACKOUT who have just released a new song, SUMMER DAY. A tune full of reggae beats with a real feel good song for the summer....all you need is a Pina Colada and to get up and dance!

Check out the song on YOUTUBE https://youtu. be/sTRn27EuSuY Hopefully, next month, there will more upcoming music events to announce.

If all goes well, concerts and outdoor events will see a comeback from the 1st September...fingers crossed!

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with beauty expert Donna Oulton

“Be good to your skin, you have to wear it for the rest of your life”

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ccording to experts, more often than not, it's good to keep your skincare stripped back, keep it simple instead of using a myriad of efficacious products AM to PM, you should choose a handful of products that don't risk confusing your skin's natural functions.

In simple terms, the less you smother your skin, the better!

Saying this, although true, it is kind of hard when you are a beauty editor, the simple rules are hard to abide by when you have hundreds of different products landing on your desktop to road test every week, it's easy to let your own skin fall into turmoil.

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and testing some of the pamper session, but who cheapest and some of the has the time these days! most expensive skincare We are all looking for a quick easy fix that is results driven, but the truth is my routine is always just 5 stepsCleanse - Tone - Eye Serum - Face serum Moisturizer, and twice weekly I will use an exfoliator and once a week a treatment facemask, and all the things you hear about you should use same brand across your routine is in

products (with a handful of cosmetic products thrown in) on the market, and helping you all with your complexion rescue remedies, and hopefully help you find your skincare must haves.

Next month I will be testing out my best top 10 face serums, so be sure to check them out.

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The Happiness of Pursuit Top performance coach and business consultancy leader.

I am a business owner and director of Dasala Ltd a performance coaching and business consultancy business. I work across all sectors with a focus on leadership and senior management with a mind to always help individuals and teams to perform at their best.

I speak across the UK and Europe as a keynote speaker to audiences of managers and leaders from business.

Your inner wisdom – the voice inside During these turbulent times it is important to address your coping mechanisms.

You may be struggling with unemployment or career uncertainty which can promote fear and anxiety.

When our mental health, which is our emotional, psychological and social well being, is under threat, this can affect every facet of our lives.

Everyone faces hurdles but how we choose to address these challenges can daunting. I want to look at some unhealthy coping mechanisms first.

The most common of these is escaping, avoidance or isolating yourself. The moment we feel under pressure and overwhelmed we hold on to our feelings and lock people out, primarily our loved ones.

Suppressing our emotions and trying to bury our

feelings is not healthy and can lead to frustration, lack of motivation and more unhappiness. It can be scary confronting situations and it is natural to fear the consequences of opening up but it is key to improving your situation.

for a while to meditate on your questions. Your inner wisdom and truth will navigate you through the toughest of times. We often know the answer to our problems but refuse to acknowledge the truth of the situation.

Writing your feelings down can allow your inner voice to surface instead of the nagging fear at the back of your head for months on end. Questions such as “Why do I feel this way?”, “How am I feeling right now?”, “What do I need in my life to make me feel better?” Can prompt us to explore the root of our feelings. Listen to the still small voice from within’ to can help to guide us to clarity and relief. This little voice (our inner wisdom) will always surface if we give it the right conditions. Switch off your TV and social media

Talking to a confidante is essential for people who have to live with a situation that is not likely to change and have to accept it for what it is. Having a good friend that you can talk to, to release emotions can sometimes be the difference between life and death.

Anxiety sucks away our joy and harmony by consuming our focus and kicking our imaginations into overdrive.

We begin to catastrophise and create worst-case scenarios in our mind, which is focuses on mind on horrifying misfortunes that will never occur.

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TR AVE L By travel blogger Daria Didukh Skype: daria_didukh E-mail: m.volnaya@gmail.com

TURN YOUR FEARS

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Even now, when you see these pictures, you have a thought: “Cool, it would be great to try scuba diving, take the same amazing photos, and feed the fish, but ...�

I caught you. You are afraid! Well, ok - you are brave, but worried ... Like a month ago, when my friend took my hand and brought me to Aquanaut

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School on Green Bay in Protaras. I just realized that I was looking for excuses not to do what I want. Together with the instructor Theo, we talked and understood what exactly scares me.

I received answers to all my questions and then I put on my hydro suit, all scuba gear and was completely ready to dive.

My experience with snorkeling before is not very different from what I am doing now. Moments later, I plunged into a new

unknown world. Here we live on a beautiful island, swim in the sea, drink frappe on the beach and do not suspect that there are so many secrets under the water. No one is in a hurry and time stops...

Let us talk about the practical side. If you are a healthy, sober person, then you will not be scared. You can panic, because your brain is worried when the body learns a new skill and this is normal. Just do it and enjoy. A surge of endorphin and adrenaline will so please your brain that after each dive you will be planning a new one.

What you need to know: Look for a school near the beach. In addition, near the Green Bay there is the most beautiful place for divers - an underwater sculpture park. Flocks of

fish, huge turtles and many amazing marine inhabitants will be your companions in this magical world.

The instructor who will be with you is a fan of his craft, a professional with many years of experience.

He will teach you to enjoy the process completely naturally and without being forced. Theodoros Koutsavakis is the owner of the Aquanaut School and the best diving instructor in our area.

Your first dive will be 40 minutes long and you will descend to a depth of 5 meters and believe me, you will be impressed.

On the second dive, you go down 10 meters and more... Diving is the best stress therapy.

Come to the Aquanaut school using the special promo code MERMAID1, when ordering an intro dive, you will get photos for free.

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ZODIAC PREDICTIONS ARIES (21 MARCH–19 APRIL) You’ll find yourself on a lively fast track. You should do quite fine regarding confidence and creativity. A new career trajectory, home or personal life chapter could be a radical departure from what you’ve known, but it is one that you’ll recognize as a vast improvement.

LEO (23 JULY – 22 AUGUST) This can be a time of achievement, career advancement, and success in business. Work-related travel or the reaching of a wider audience is possible during this cycle. Your worldly status may change for the better. You may come into the limelight in a positive fashion.

TAURUS (20 APRIL – 20 MAY) This is a period of growth as well as some form of blossoming or fruition. An opportunity to expand on a worldly level arrives now.

Increased connections and experiences come into play.

Your hunger for adventure or learning may come into focus.

VIRGO (23 AUGUST – 22 SEPTEMBER) You’re drawn to activities that soothe, comfort, and boost your confidence. You want to take a leap of faith now. You will feel enlightenment and be very encouraged by your progress, both personal and professional as the month winds down. The single ones will go for a journey in search of unearthly love.

GEMINI (21 MAY – 20 JUNE) Your ability to move forward on a direct path without as much doubt is increased.

You are more able to inspire confidence in others as a result. A partner is more goaloriented and is approaching your relationship from a more practical perspective.

CANCER (21 JUNE – 22 JULY) Major changes affecting various parts of life await you. which should be positive, promising, profitable or acceptable. However, you need to deal with such innovations and are able to evaluate the future benefit.

Friendships that are stodgy or limiting may very well be left behind.

LIBRA (23 SEPTEMBER – 22 OCTOBER) You may feel driven or obsessed with a new hobby. There could be a promotion, new job opportunities, major award, or possibly even a marriage.

A new relationship or money making venture can fire up and move to the next level quite quickly.

holds lucrative promise.

Perseverance and consistency at work will pay off if supported by like-minded people.

SAGITTARIUS (22 NOVEMBER -21 DECEMBER) This is a very fortunate month.

Increased public recognition and professional success characterizes this position.

Authority figures, elders, your parents, or influential people are more willing to help you on your road to success. You also bring the gift of humor to all situations both good and bad.

CAPRICORN (22 DECEMBER – 19 JANUARY) Your overall perspective on life has been expanding, and you are more willing to embrace unusual, mystical, or spiritual philosophies. It can be a good month to travel, to go exploring, or to spread your wings, but it can also engage you in risky business.

AQUARIUS (20 JANUARY – 18 FEBRUARY) You are loving your career, and this positive attitude brings great rewards.

Connections that further your career goals are made and come seemingly out of the blue. You can also expect to spend much of your leisure time with friends and family.

PISCES (19 FEBRUARY – 20 MARCH) Your independent spirit pushes up and out, and you enjoy plenty of scope for SCORPIO (23 OCTOBER – 21 doing your own thing. Others NOVEMBER) This month gives take special interest in you. you more resources to work Some interesting events that with and will continue to reek of synchronicity and boost your confidence and “magic” occur on the career success ratio. A new career front. Romantic relationship undertaking or investment will be enjoyable and will last 33 MANISH KUMAT ARORA • EMAIL: manish@manishastrologer.com long.

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LIFESTYLE CHATS TO TILE DESIGNER CORINNE TILING AT PERSIAN GLAZES HOW DID YOU BECOME A TILE DESIGNER Tiles and colour have always been my passion, and having a tile showroom was like living in a sweetshop! One of our suppliers, Noreen Jaafar, made beautiful tiles with a very unusual backstory. She had researched an ancient Persian glaze system (coincidentally at Falmouth School of Art & Design) using natural mineral glazes, and adapted them for commercial use. I call her an alchemist because the glazes flow in the kiln, and she tames them to create beautiful fish, birds and animals.

But it was the jewel colours of these glazes that drew me into creating contemporary designs with them.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DID YOU NEED Does A level Art

count?! No seriously, you don’t need qualifications to be a ‘designer’ – just ideas in your head and a

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love of putting them together.

WAS IT A DIFFICULT INDUSTRY TO BREAK INTO Well of course, actually selling your designs is a different thing.

Design is a difficult industry to break into, full stop, and handmade tiles can be even more difficult because modern technology can produce brilliant copies these days. But I defy them to produce anything like Persian Glazes!

DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE I am

led by colour combinations and shapes, and how the shapes can be combined – a bit like building blocks.

There is a Tile Pattern Designer on my website where you can have a lot of fun putting designs together.

DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC MATERIALS YOU LIKE TO WORK WITH AND WHY

Persian Glazes colours work beautifully with plain white, or black and grey tiles – also tumbled marble and mirror tiles. Add in some clever lighting and you can create a stunning tile

installation, inside or out.

The glazes are waterproof but unfortunately can’t be used in swimming pools.

WHERE HAVE YOU FEATURED, THE STYLE OF HOMES YOU’RE APPEALING TO

Persian Glazes tiles really lend themselves to contemporary homes – and bars and hotels - but the colours, especially a mix of the collection of blues, will look stunning in any type of home or establishment.

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P R O P E RT Y

PROPERTY SALES IN A PANDEMIC

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hat a very strange few months it has been for property professionals the world over. Life has been turned upside down since March and I certainly never expected to write an article with that headline!

better than ever from the domestic market and buyers are coming from an increasingly wide base of countries.

The first three months of the year were shaping up nicely for sales of houses in the Famagusta region, on track to deliver improved figures over 2019 and then, bang, Coronavirus hit and we went into lockdown.

Everything stopped.

There is also a significant increase in clients keen to move to Cyprus permanently.

Whether for an earlier retirement or a full change of lifestyle. Plans are being brought forward, budgets increased and priority reassessments seem to be a big factor.

At first sight the prospects for property sales look bleak: Completed sales for the three months to June are 59% lower than for the corresponding period last year. Cyprus is currently unable to entertain clients from our main buying regions and many sales are cancelled or postponed.

However, these facts do not tell the full story.

Enquiries are seriously up year on year, many clients are repeatedly booking and re-booking flights to come, and a small but significant portion are buying without visiting. The demand is

It seems that the Covid lockdown has left many people to evaluate what they really need from their life and to recognise that the world may never be the same again. A simplified life is now on the cards and Cyprus is proving are a very attractive destination for these purposes! Cyprus has an excellent record in controlling the virus, we have handled ourselves extremely well and we offer a low-cost healthcare system to our residents and citizens. This together with

the fantastic lifestyle that has always been a part of Cyprus life means that we are attracting higher than our fair share of buyers.

Agents are adapting to the ‘new normality’ with creative ways of doing business. Virtual tours increasingly play a big part in the sale of property, drones are used for location footage and meetings are more often on Zoom, Whatsapp, Messenger and other free to use apps. It is a different world but fantastic to see the creativity this virus has spawned.

So the message is positive, it is a great time to buy and to join us in our Island Paradise!

For more information contact Sarah Hordle at Island Homes.

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