tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post6386132004965650206..comments2024-02-19T05:46:21.299-05:00Comments on J The Travel Authority: The Cyprus You Never KnewJ The Travel Authorityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-33082900072814915652011-09-20T10:33:00.828-04:002011-09-20T10:33:00.828-04:00I've only been to Cyprus once but it was beaut...I've only been to Cyprus once but it was beautiful, the locals are lovely too!canvas printshttp://wwww.mohka.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-31425334141089690722010-03-29T12:58:37.110-04:002010-03-29T12:58:37.110-04:00Hi hotel bedding, I need to visit a bunch of the G...Hi hotel bedding, I need to visit a bunch of the Greek islands, including Santorini. Thanks for the recommendation.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-55301843276443098042010-03-27T22:52:52.170-04:002010-03-27T22:52:52.170-04:00The food in Greece is definitely one of the best t...The food in Greece is definitely one of the best things about the region. If you haven't been to the islands, I highly suggest Santorini - my personal favorite. The views are amazing :)hotel beddinghttp://www.shopdownlite.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-5782429694493876762010-03-26T09:24:45.483-04:002010-03-26T09:24:45.483-04:00Hi hotel bedding, You'll see from one of my ot...Hi hotel bedding, You'll see from one of my other posts that my trip to Greece was totally about bicycling on the mainland -- still haven't made it to the islands. But this trip to Cyprus was my first. And, though so many people link it very tightly to Greece, there's such a mix of Greek with Mid-East culture -- like the food -- and plenty that distinctly Cypriot.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-3924636307715025562010-03-25T20:30:51.910-04:002010-03-25T20:30:51.910-04:00I have been to Greece several times, but never vis...I have been to Greece several times, but never visited Cyprus. Thanks for sharing :)hotel beddinghttp://www.shopdownlite.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-61376195967009031702010-03-22T07:41:18.180-04:002010-03-22T07:41:18.180-04:00I think ancient structures in Cyprus are mostly ru...I think ancient structures in Cyprus are mostly ruins that's why you can't really appreciate the whole beauty of each architecture.Vacation Villashttp://www.balivillaholidays.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-19209240138053572212010-03-18T10:56:07.357-04:002010-03-18T10:56:07.357-04:00Hi Kristen, You'd love visiting Cyprus also, e...Hi Kristen, You'd love visiting Cyprus also, especially for the meze meals and the neolithic ruins, among other things. Though Cyprus is so influenced by Greece, it's got it's own culture to enjoy.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-30713863341594581612010-03-17T23:30:03.974-04:002010-03-17T23:30:03.974-04:00I haven't been to Cyprus, but I love Greece, t...I haven't been to Cyprus, but I love Greece, the food, the people, amazing. Thanks for reminding me of a wonderful trip years ago.Kristenhttp://www.kristenjgough.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-37837587443251987672010-03-17T08:50:24.155-04:002010-03-17T08:50:24.155-04:00hi sarah, I couldn't get enough of the citrus ...hi sarah, I couldn't get enough of the citrus fruits in Cyprus. Wish I could've taken a bag of them with me on the plane.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-88937464834219962212010-03-17T01:32:56.270-04:002010-03-17T01:32:56.270-04:00You had me at the sweet citrus of Cyprus. Now I wa...You had me at the sweet citrus of Cyprus. Now I want to go see & eat for myself.sarah henryhttp://lettuceeatkale.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-54369259240926279792010-03-15T20:50:24.638-04:002010-03-15T20:50:24.638-04:00Hi Claudine, I loved your comment. Really made me ...Hi Claudine, I loved your comment. Really made me laugh.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-18299259281110803002010-03-15T20:05:41.708-04:002010-03-15T20:05:41.708-04:00With each of your numbered items I said, "ooo...With each of your numbered items I said, "ooohhhhh" and thought, "I have to go there." Can't wait to visit. I mostly though, really want someone to ask me where Cyprus is, and if it's part of Greece. ;)Claudine M. Jalajashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06588087853076408522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-28118106829246137992010-03-15T17:36:56.066-04:002010-03-15T17:36:56.066-04:00Hi Jesaka, I agree that visiting during the festiv...Hi Jesaka, I agree that visiting during the festival will really bring history to life here.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-77425328698758881802010-03-15T17:36:02.947-04:002010-03-15T17:36:02.947-04:00Hi kris, thanks a lot for your comment. I'm gl...Hi kris, thanks a lot for your comment. I'm glad my posts add ideas to your "must see" list.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-35925191661048580582010-03-15T16:49:01.646-04:002010-03-15T16:49:01.646-04:00Okay, now I really want to visit Cyrus, especially...Okay, now I really want to visit Cyrus, especially to see the archeological digs and the Kourion. It sounds like going during the Ancient Greek Drama Festival would be ideal!Jesaka Longhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17612967905894512123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-4539499424908953482010-03-15T16:08:33.460-04:002010-03-15T16:08:33.460-04:00What a historically rich country! Your posts alway...What a historically rich country! Your posts always inspire plans to tour the world.kris bordessahttp://krisbordessa.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-67686447759030877952010-03-15T11:05:05.193-04:002010-03-15T11:05:05.193-04:00Hi Susan, I love Greek or Roman theaters, especial...Hi Susan, I love Greek or Roman theaters, especially when you can visit during a concert or drama festival.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-8339736943070685772010-03-15T11:04:32.827-04:002010-03-15T11:04:32.827-04:00Hi Donna, Cyprus certainly has plenty of adventure...Hi Donna, Cyprus certainly has plenty of adventures, including sampling their grappa-like beverage. I found it funny that they also use it to clean windows. I samples a bit and, given how powerful it tasted, it seemed like a likely product for window cleaning.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-74917867760144443512010-03-15T11:02:47.158-04:002010-03-15T11:02:47.158-04:00Hi Alisa, The coastline with Aphrodite's Rock ...Hi Alisa, The coastline with Aphrodite's Rock is gorgeous whether you swim or just hang out on the beach. So many people come here just to take pictures of the her birthplace.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-65432858009887853162010-03-15T10:55:20.638-04:002010-03-15T10:55:20.638-04:00Hi Jennifer, I agree. When I was in Sardinia I was...Hi Jennifer, I agree. When I was in Sardinia I was surprised to find they ate so much meat. I'm always expecting a fish-based diet when the land is surrounded by water.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-66067380605368029502010-03-15T09:12:52.955-04:002010-03-15T09:12:52.955-04:00Sounds like a great place to visit! I'm especi...Sounds like a great place to visit! I'm especially intrigued by the Kourion, since I love theater.Susan Johnston Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09225671002159447902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-79027665513415078602010-03-14T22:24:28.821-04:002010-03-14T22:24:28.821-04:00What an informative introduction to Cyrpus. It'...What an informative introduction to Cyrpus. It's now on my list. I can't imagine drinking wine that is also used to clean windows. The combination of adventure and history in Cyrpus is intoxicating enough.Donna Hullhttp://myitchytravelfeet.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-60324900992624805262010-03-14T22:00:03.996-04:002010-03-14T22:00:03.996-04:00Oh man, one more place to add to my list. I love t...Oh man, one more place to add to my list. I love the idea of swimming around Aphrodite's birthplace to stay young.Alisa Bowmanhttp://www.projecthappilyeverafter.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-3951158350990025962010-03-14T21:11:50.364-04:002010-03-14T21:11:50.364-04:00Excellent article! I have not been to Cyprus yet, ...Excellent article! I have not been to Cyprus yet, but it is definitely on the list. I am always fascinated by islands where the locals eat a lot of meat - we found the same in Sardinia. There, the threat of pirates and malaria encouraged the population to live inland rather than on the sea.Jennifer @ Approach Guideshttp://approachguides.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457994579257950337.post-66261563330485616232010-03-14T15:18:53.194-04:002010-03-14T15:18:53.194-04:00Hi marthaandme, I have to admit that I was complet...Hi marthaandme, I have to admit that I was completely surprised by many of my findings as well. Though I spent a week, I could've used at least another 5 days or so.J The Travel Authorityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13076016602032686974noreply@blogger.com