Coverage: 18 September 2026. Three updates for visitors: winter-trip inspiration, a dated account of Friday’s travel disruption, and an opportunity to help care for the coast.
Nine Christmas villages confirmed for the winter season
The Deputy Ministry of Tourism announced on 18 September that nine destinations will host the 2026–27 Christmas Villages programme: Agros, Deryneia, Kakopetria, Kalopanayiotis, Kyperounta, Lefkara, Lofou, Statos–Agios Fotios and Fikardou. The announced season runs from 21 November 2026 to 6 January 2027.
These confirmed locations provide a starting point for planning a winter village trip. Check each destination’s detailed programme and opening days before travelling; the overall season dates do not establish daily opening at every location.
Why it matters to visitors: travellers planning a late-autumn or festive break can now identify the participating villages and dates.
Friday’s storms brought local flooding and an airport diversion
Reports published on 18 September described flooding in parts of Larnaca district, particularly Aradippou, with emergency and municipal crews responding. Cyprus Mail also reported that a Larnaca-bound flight temporarily diverted to Paphos during the wet weather.
This is a report of Friday’s disruption, not a claim that roads or airports remain affected today. Check your airline’s live flight status and local road information before setting off, and do not attempt to drive through floodwater.
Why it matters to visitors: local weather can affect both a road journey and an arrival flight, even when conditions elsewhere on the island differ.
Tourism clean-up campaign expands to Cyprus and Greece
An 18 September report announced the expansion of Tourism Cares: Unite for Cleaner Destinations into a joint Cyprus–Greece campaign on 25 September. The organisers say almost 100 tourism businesses and organisations have registered, with activities planned for coastlines, beaches and other natural spaces.
Visitors are among those invited to take part. Ask a participating accommodation provider or the organisers about the location, timing and suitability of a land-based activity before joining. The reported 21 September registration deadline concerns participating businesses and organisations; it is not a confirmed walk-in arrangement for every visitor.
Why it matters to visitors: the campaign offers a practical way to contribute to the places you enjoy on holiday.
Sources
Republic of Cyprus, Deputy Ministry of Tourism — Selection of Christmas Villages 2026 completed. Published 18 September 2026, 11:48 (Greek).
Cyprus News Agency — Nine Christmas Villages to operate this year. Published 18 September 2026, 13:03 (Greek).
KNEWS / Kathimerini Cyprus — Torrential rain floods Larnaca roads and sends water into homes. Published 18 September 2026, 19:00.
Cyprus Mail — Civil defence defends CY-Alert despite areas recording no rain. Published 18 September 2026, 19:10.
Cyprus Mail — Cyprus environmental initiative expands to Greece for major cross-border clean-up. Published 18 September 2026, 10:42.