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We continue to advertise our world class website on the famous British property website ‘Rightmove’, the Cyprus Mail,

Essential Paphos magazine and the Russian magazine ‘My Island’ (Moi Ostrov) attracting sellers as well as buyers.

We are seeing consolidation of prices at current realistic levels. As more people wake up to the fact that this is a wonderful opportunity to buy villas, prices will increase however prices for apartments will continue to be soft because there is a big oversupply of these types of properties.

Fitzgerald MarketingSolomos Court74 Apostolos Pavlou AveKato PaphosCyprus 8046Tel: +357 26 930345Fax: + 357 26930929e: contact@fitzgeraldcyprus.comweb: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com©2011 Fitzgerald EstatesCover Picture: Paphos Harbour. Enjoying a sunday afternoon stroll.

Buyers Upgrade at Fitzgerald'sTo have business in this economic climate is good but to have repeat business is fantastic. In the last few months at Fitzgerald’s we have seen an increased interest in properties from past clients as well as new clients who are interested in upgrading.

This week a British couple who bought a delightful 3 bedroom apartment from Fitzgerald’s last year, came back wanting to upgrade to something larger. As they got to know the city and areas in and around Paphos they saw the potential in owning a larger property.

Another inquiry came from a pair of Londoners, who are very pleased owners of a beautiful apartment in Kato Paphos. Impressed with Fitzgerald’s efficient service, they now want to upgrade to a villa and have asked to short list a range of two bedroom villas in the Kato Paphos and Chloraka areas.

This is a regular occurrence at Fitzgerald's where our credo of marketing quality property at realistic prices with Title Deeds brings in the clients as well as keeping them.

Not unusual you say? Well, that may be so, but the interest from Brits to upgrade flies contrary to the market assumption that most British are packing up and going. 'Many people have the idea that the British are leaving Cyprus in droves and only Russians are buying, which is absolutely false,' says Daryl Fitzgerald owner of Fitzgerald's Marketing.

In reality, most ex-pat owned property in Paphos is owned by British people for their own holiday use, so after 5-10 years many want a change and want to move on.

As we at Fitzgerald's enter our ninth year we have seen many people fall in love with smaller properties and then because they are so happy with the Fitzgerald's marketing system and the large choice of quality properties, they come back to us to 'upsize' and sell their first property.

'We can easily do this because the price people paid reflected the local market prices rather than ballooned prices which targeted foreign market segment’, says Daryl, and many British, Russian, German and Cypriots are looking to Fitzgerald’s to buy property.

Of course many people coming into the market for the first time are also going straight for villas which are a great buy in today's market because there are really not so many quality and prestigious properties on the market at realistic prices which also have their Title Deeds.

During 2011 at Fitzgerald's we have doubled the number of properties we offer and are especially pleased with the increased range and quality of our apartments, town houses and villas.

Gold found in CyprusCyprus gold rush is well under way with the Government Mining Authority issuing 55 permits to mining firms to test locations in and around the Troodos Mountains, Paphos and Larnaca.

According to Canadian firm Northern Lion, which began searching for gold in Troodos in January 2010, a ‘significant’amounts of gold and other valuable metals have already been found in one the sites.

Drilling and surface excavations have revealed “strongly anomalous values in copper, zinc, gold and silver” according to firm’s spokesman.

“If the price of gold in the international market is low, then interest is low, but when there is an international economic crisis, the price of gold is high. Conversely, diamonds have fallen in value,” said Dr Eleni Morisseau, Director Geological Survey Department. In the present climate a yield of two grams of gold per tonne of excavated earth could make mining profitable.

The history of mineral exploitation (copper, gold and other metals) in Cyprus dates back to the Bronze Age, approximately 5,000 years ago, but really picked up when the Phoenicians, then Romans began processing the island’s copper.

Aside from gold, Morisseau said, recent geological surveys have revealed other valuable ores, such as cadmium, which are used in batteries and the electroplating of industrial and aeroplane parts.

The Fitzgerald OfficeBeing a family business we have one office centrally situated in Kato paphos close to and in walking distance of both the Harbour and the Tomb of the kings Road.

The office hours are from 9am to 5.30pm 6 days a week with no break for lunch. So if you are working and only have your lunch break to come and see us, you are welcome!

“Transaero” opens a new office in CyprusThere was an opening ceremony of the “Transaero” Airline new office on the 8th of September 2011 in Limassol.

General director of “Transaero” Airline Mrs Olga Pleshakova and Deputy General Director of Commerce Mr Boris Gulnitsky attended the opening ceremony. In her speech, Mrs Olga Pleshakova said: "Opening an office in Limassol is another important step to improve the quality of airline customer service in Cyprus. Today, the share of "Transaero" has more than 40% of all passenger traffic between Russia and Cyprus.

The growth dynamics of our transportation showed the following figures: in 2009 "Transaero" has transported between our two countries 167 000 passengers, in 2010 - 202 thousand passengers, and only the first eight months of 2011 showed more than 208 000 passengers. This year and for the first time, apart from the traditional flights from Moscow and St. Petersburg, our company started direct flights to Cyprus from other five regions of Russia.”

The new office of “Transaero” is located in the centre area of Limassol in Georgiou Street. The office is equipped to the highest standards which allow providing the clients with the quickest and most comfortable services. The office interior design is complete in “Transaero” corporate identity style. The information facilities of the office are based on hi tech technologies of such IT leaders as Cisco, Hewlett-Packard, IBM.

With Love to WomenThe 6th annual International Salon Circuit of Art Photography was organised by Dr Yuriy Titovets a member of the Rotary Club of Lviv, Ukraine. The theme ‘With Love to Women – 2011’ has attracted a massive 3, 779 photographs from 448 artists representing 58 countries around the globe.

The exhibition will tour Ukraine, Poland, Czech Republic and finally it will tour Cyprus culminating with exhibition in Paphos on the 4th November, 2011.

The Mayor of Paphos, Mr Savvas Vergas will open the exhibition at Polochoros Politismou ‘Palia Ilektriki’ sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Paphos, on Friday the 4th, at 7pm.

Ukraine’s famous Dr Yuriy Titovets who is absolutely passionate about photography, is exhibiting his latest works and will be on hand to enlighten us about photography as an art medium. The exhibition is a world class event with brilliant representations of the ‘With Love to Women’ theme, so don’t miss it. All welcome and we can give you directions to find the venue.

The exhibition will close with an auction with proceeds donated to a humanitarian project to support mothers and children.

Yuriy Titovets

Alexander Zadiraka - Ukraine

TheatreFitzgerald Marketing were once again proud to sponsor The Stage 1 Theatre Group's latest production of Round and Round the Garden by Alan Ayckbourn with Peter Sandwith (Tom), Jan Mackay (Annie), Matthew King (Norman), Mick Page (Reg), Judith Fox (Sarah), Liz Pearce (Ruth) & Directed by Mike Crawshaw.

The play is about the events of one weekend as seen from the Garden. In which Ruth thoroughly confuses Tom... Tom succeeded in asking Annie... Annie got a glimpse of Norman's pyjamas... Norman told Sarah stories by moonlight... Sarah disapproved of Reg's outdoor sports... and in which Norman & Annie got to roll in the grass...

Seeing as the stars always make the headlines, we thought we would have a look at some of the unsung heroes that make a show a success. Our intrepid photographer went back stage!

Margaret on Makeup, no job too big or small! Reg (Mick Page) has a touch up.

Heather wondering where to start on Norman (Mathew King)?

Photo: Dave Mackay

Haven't had so much fun since playing 'Hairdressers'. Sarah (Judith Fox) gets the treatment.

Heather taking the shine off Tom (Peter Sandwith)

Resident hairdresser Skevi gets to grips with Annie (Jan MacKay)

The Stage 1 Bar Staff, always ready to quench a thirst. (Jan, Tim & Christian)

Finally, Mr. SM (Stage Manager that is) Paul.

Featured Property

Perfectly positioned in the popular and picturesque Peyia village, this charming home offers an ideal environment for the consummate entertainer. You have the luxury of a generous 800sqm plot, landscaped to offer varied garden themes and distinctive entertainment zones.

Central to Mediterranean lifestyle is the joy of outdoor living and here you’ll entertain in surroundings that are utterly romantic with an ambiance of Arabian Nights to complete this ideal setting.

Illuminated by floor lights, the timber walkways meander across the thoughtfully landscaped low maintenance garden. Strategically placed spotlights highlight a wide variety of feature trees and shrubs and numerous candle lanterns (many a permanent fixture throughout the garden) softly diffuse the evening air.

Set against the background of a sparkling swimming pool, an

impressive gazebo with voluminous drapes catching the breeze and cushion scattered divans……it’s tantalisingly inviting!

Adjacent to the kitchen, a custom designed outdoor dining deck is surrounded by fragrant and aromatic shrubs.

Peyia Style Villa

The villa stands slightly apart and features its own charm. You are greeted by precisely sculptured topiary to one side and a voluminous fig tree on the other.

A small lobby opens to an interestingly laid out open–plan living area with angular supporting columns, exposed beams, strategically suspended designer lighting and wide windows. The interior design combines the colours, textures and shapes that masterfully blend the whole to comfortable, stylish and leisurely comfort for its occupants.

Fashionable splash-backs, down-lights, black granite workspace, top quality appliances and a massive American fridge…it’s a ‘can do’ kitchen for a modern hostess requiring a high level of functionality yet projecting a minimalist air.

The three bedrooms are simply brilliant. The master bedroom comes with a cutting edge lighting system (including down lights over the built-in wardrobes), and an ultra modern wet room en-suite. The balcony (shared by the master bedroom and 2nd bedroom) offers fabulous panoramic views over the countryside and the vast stretch of your garden.

This is a property for a privileged lifestyle. Here you’ll enjoy a level of privacy, peace of mind and seclusion that underpins this unique lifestyle. It’s a relaxation haven for you, your friends and family.

A rare offering.

For more information contact us quoting Reference 1264

A Friend like St Michael’s Teddy Taking a casual bus trip I chanced upon a conversation about ‘bears’ and how good it is to have a ‘friend’ like that. 60 Plus and carrying pet Teddies?

Curiosity won and I joined in on the friendly conversation and soon the subject of Teddies popped up.

The Teddies referred to, are the St Michael’s Hospice Teddies. It all became clear when the bears emerged from the handbags and were proudly displayed. The ladies referred to them as ‘companions’ rather than toys. One of the ladies volunteered that in less than 6 months ‘my bear’ went to Ireland, New York and now Cyprus.

They make great gifts too, I was told. What makes them so special I wondered aloud? “They are St Michael’s bears, you know, and everybody loves them”. I must have looked puzzled because just as I was leaving the bus the ladies recommended I read about St. Michael.

Soon enough I was enlightened. To begin with, Archangel Michael has a proud place in Islamic, Jewish and across Christian traditions where he is regarded as the field commander of the Army of God. To soldiers, fighter pilots, police officers, Saint Michael is thought of as their patron. Google in ‘St. Michael’ and there is enough material for several years reading.

All in all, St Michael’s Bear does makes for a good friend and company. The Building of the St. Michael’s Hospice in Paphos has found a warm support from far and wide. Donations from people across the globe are bringing the project to fruition with the completion of the ‘building stage’ with the ‘refurbishment’ stage well on the way.

St. Michael’s Hospice will open its doors to all who are in need, regardless of colour, race or creed -- a noble cause indeed especially as the need is great.

St Michael’s Bears are there to make a difference and help in raising money for the Hospice. Companion or not the tiny St Michael’s bear packs a lot of symbolic and emotional punch. Representing credentials such as these it is easy to see how St Michael’s Bears holds special appeal. It’s a worthy friend and companion to have around!

Price €5 each so have one and spread them around! Available in all hospice shops & Fitzgerald’s.

Cyprus AirwaysCyprus Airways are to restart flights to Stansted from December 19th and to Heathrow from October 30th, albeit from Larnaca only at the moment.

Flights to Stansted will depart every Monday & Thursday morning with additional flights during the summer. Heathrow flights will be twice daily, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.

OK, it’s not Paphos – yet, but we can always hope. At the moment you need to use the airport shuttle bus from Larnaca airport to Limassol then change for Paphos. For under €20, it’s a very reasonable price. Further details at www.airportshuttlebus.eu where you can email them for full details.

Cyprus RallyThe annual Cyprus Rally will take place this year between November 3rd and November 5th and is the final event of the IRC season.

This year, the rally starts in Paphos on the evening of the 3rd with the spectacular LTV Super Special stage – an urban rallying extravaganza in the centre of Paphos. The Service Park will be situated at Paphos Castle at the harbor and is a new feature to this year’s event, as is the LTV Special Stage.

The major sponsors of this year’s rally are the Municipality of Paphos and the CTO.

The chairman of the Cyprus Automobile Association, Antonis Michaelides, said “The choice of Paphos came about largely due to the zeal and efforts of Paphos Mayor Savvas Vergas and his Municipality to breathe some new life into the Cyprus Rally in terms of organization and to highlight the natural beauty of Paphos”.

Away from Cyprus the Rally is available to view on many TV channels including Eurosport.

Municipal ElectionsEU citizens could play a key role in the forthcoming municipal elections after the Ministry announced the number of registered voters has more than tripled since 2006.

Interior Minister Electoral Dept. boss, Demetris Demetriou said “The participation of foreigners since 2006 has more than trebled. The final number on the electoral list will be finalized at the end of the month and it is expected to reach 12000”.

Most of these registrations are British or Greek nationals with the majority being in the Paphos area where locals have rallied expats to have a say in the running of their municipality.

In several areas, the number of expats is now sufficient to secure several representatives on municipal councils.

For example – in Tala 351 out of 976 registrations are non-Cypriot EU citizens. In Peyia, the number is 422 out of 2055. A similar trend has occurred in the Limassol area.

The number of expat voters should be much higher, however. An Interior Ministry official said “The Electoral Services are pleased that they may have another 6000 non-Cypriot EU voters registered for the next local election… however, the real issue is why the number is so low, considering that it could be 60000 not 6000?”.

The closing date for registrations was October 2nd.

Peyia Forest (Picture E Brooks)

Out & AboutA Flavour of Paphos in Pictures

Wedding Fair - Coral Beach Hotel

Tina Chester

Pictures Courtesy of In-Any-Event.biz

9th Birthday Party

DJ's Joep & Paphian Paul

Cold Shot

Wanderlust

Entertainment In Paphos - with Jezebel Hi again. Two significant things to note on the entertainment scene once November kicks in - the amount and variety diminishes rapidly, as minstrels on Summer contracts disappear and venues either close for the season or cut down dramatically on their entertainment, so there are far fewer acts playing; but the standard does rise considerably as only the best survive! Here's some of what you can enjoy this month:

Saturday 5th November: soulful singers Stevie Dean and Darren Hayes at The Farm Yard, Kathikas €15 inc buffet 70009696

Friday 11th November: rock band Sidewinder at Frog & Toad, Coral Bay advance booking necessary, €10 buys a meal 26343876; or catch the Army Air Corps Band at St John's School, Episkopi 99430167

Saturday 12th November the Army Air Corps band are playing 7pm at Markedion Theatre, Pafos 99430167

Panto season begins at the end of the month with The Village Players presenting their alternate - read adult - pantomime 'Strictly Greaserella' at Anarita Village Hall Monday 28th November, Marathounda Village Hall Tuesday 29th November and Trimithousa Village Hall Thursday 1st December. Ticket prices - not yet confirmed - will include wine and finger buffet and charity donation: for info call 99831136

Cyprus Symphony Orchestra present Peter & The Wolf at 10am and 11.30am at Markedion Theatre on Tuesday 29th November www.cyso.org.cy 22463144

A live jazz duo play at Casa Luna, the Italian at the bottom of Stephanie Hill, Tala every Thursday; blues band ColdShot rock out at O'Neill's on the Tombs Road every Saturday night, and on Fridays you can check out the hopefuls at Charlie’s Bar on the same road, with their Paphos Has Talent live competition.

The Wavedancer Yacht will continue to sail, with live band Hitched aboard, on Friday nights as long as the weather holds out: 26931544 and Hectors will remain the home of Frontline band every Monday.

So get some class acts in before the silly season takes over next month!

For more info check out www.groovejetmedia.com

Stevie