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Hotels Full for Carnival, Also 'Full' for the Clean Monday Long Weekend

Published February 16, 2026, 12:28

Hotels in Cyprus recorded high occupancy rates during Carnival and are expected to remain full over the Clean Monday long weekend. PASYXE Director Christos Angelidis stated that bookings were encouraging, boosted by the good weather. Despite satisfaction with the current situation, the need to extend the tourist season and attract more tourists outside the high season was emphasized. Mr. Angelidis mentioned that flights are increasing from new markets, such as Armenia, Romania and Poland, while a steady flow from the United Kingdom and Israel is maintained. The importance of cooperation between all stakeholders for the development of year-round tourism was underlined.