--UPDATE 08:08--

Just seen this message on British Forces Cyprus (BFC) Mass Notification System (MNS).

THIS ONLY APPLIES TO RESIDENTS AT THE RAF BASES. IT DOES NOT APPLY TO THE GENERAL POPULATION OF PAPHOS.

An aerial threat to Sovereign Base Areas is no long expected. British Forces Cyprus is now at a reduced Air Raid Warning and will continue to monitor threats.

--UPDATE 08:00 --

Just seen this message on British Forces Cyprus (BFC) Mass Notification System (MNS).

THIS ONLY APPLIES TO RESIDENTS AT THE RAF BASES. IT DOES NOT APPLY TO THE GENERAL POPULATION OF PAPHOS.

There is an ongoing security threat. Please return to your homes and stay inside until further notice. Move away from windows and take cover behind or beneath substantial, solid furniture. Please await further instruction.

--- Original Article ---


There were no new attacks overnight, and all flights to the UK are back to normal from Wednesday. Flights to the Middle East are still disrupted.

Most non-Cypriot travellers who follow Paphos Life are from the UK, so we will concentrate on travel advice from the UK Government. If you are flying from Germany or somewhere else you should check your own Government's website if you want to be 100% sure.

UK Foreign Office Cyprus Travel Advice

Summary of advice:

Regional escalation poses significant security risks and has led to travel disruption.

British nationals should: 

• read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK. This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis” 

• sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts 

• monitor local and international media for the latest information 

• sign up to local information alerts/resources and follow the instructions of the local authorities 

• keep your departure plans under review, and ensure your travel documents are up to date

Flight Information:

Paphos Airport

Paphos Airport Real Time Flight Info

Larnaca Airport

Larnaca Airport Real Time Flight Info

British Airways

Flight Information

Easyjet

Flight Tracker

Jet2

Flight Information

Ryanair

Flight Information

TUI

Travel Information

Finally, people have been asking what the mood is like in Paphos. Honestly, it is exactly the same as any Spring. Still a slight chill in the air, but nice and sunny with a relaxed atmosphere.