Sunday, 19 November 2017

Mosaic Monday # 62 - sitting on a dock of the bay...................

Kalimera from Cyprus.
We've been thoroughly enjoying ourselves this week at the Athena Royal Beach, an adults only, 4 star hotel in sunny Paphos.


Our days have been filled with good books, good food and plenty of rest and relaxation.
On Saturday morning we caught the local bus down to the harbour, we strolled around looking at all the different boats, visited the Castle which deserves a post of it's own, looked around a pop up art gallery then stopped at a waterfront café to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and watch the world go by.
Paphos was given “enhanced protection” status in November 2010 by UNESCO’s Committee for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict.
Click here to learn more about it's amazing history.

This year Paphos has something else to be proud of having won the international competition to become the European Capital of Culture for 2017 along with Aarhus in Denmark.
Although we've been to Cyprus several times before this is the first time we have been based in Paphos. On previous visits we toured the island with private guides stopping at museums, archaeological sites, wineries and monasteries.

This vacation has been much more low key but we still have a few days left to see more of the city before we leave, that is if we run out of books.




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20 comments:

  1. JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes)19 November 2017 at 22:28

    Wow - what an amazing place to visit. Guess I don't need to remind you to enjoy the time, it looks like you already are. We have gale winds and lashing rain - enjoy a bit of sunshine for me - I need some warm weather. Happy week ahead.

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  2. Joy@aVintageGreen19 November 2017 at 22:48

    Hi Maggie - you share the best vacation visits. Love seeing peeks of where you have been. Thank you too for your 62nd Mosaic Monday.
    Joy

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  3. Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti19 November 2017 at 23:47

    Hi Maggie
    It sounds like you are having a wonderful holiday in a beautiful part of Cyprus. Enjoy!
    Pat

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  4. Gillena Cox20 November 2017 at 01:01

    A Happy Monday to all and Happy Thanksgiving to those you observe this Holiday during this week

    much love...

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  5. Linda aka Crafty Gardener20 November 2017 at 03:52

    Gorgeous vacation spot, sounds like you have had a wonderful time.

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  6. Melbourne Australia Photos20 November 2017 at 03:56

    Enjoy your holiday, Maggie. Paphos is indeed a beautiful place full of culture and history.

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  7. Melbourne Australia Photos20 November 2017 at 04:52

    PS: And thank you for hosting (even when on your holidays!)

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  8. Snap20 November 2017 at 05:04

    Maggie, this looks and sounds like the ideal vacation ... calm, laid back, beautiful scenery and books! Enjoy and thanks for hosting!

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  9. Life Images by Jill20 November 2017 at 06:17

    I really do have a bit of envy for European residents who can just hop over to another country for their holidays. Not so easy from Australia. Your holiday in Cyprus sounds like it has been planned to be relaxing. So enjoy!

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  10. ~Lavender Dreamer~20 November 2017 at 07:01

    What a wonderful place to relax! We will probably need some relaxing time after this trip. We've been on the go a lot more than I'm used to! Enjoy your week. Happy MM!

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  11. Jeanie20 November 2017 at 07:52

    It's pretty nippy here right now, so I am happy to sink into the warmth of your sun and the blue of your water and imagine myself there!

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  12. Small City Scenes20 November 2017 at 08:07

    Wow that looks very enjoyable specially since we are not enjoying our weather---high winds and monsoonish rains.
    MB

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  13. Charlene N. K.20 November 2017 at 08:41

    That's a lot of interesting activities and sightseeing on your vacation down there. Enjoy the remaining days!
    Have a wonderful week!

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  14. Lorrie20 November 2017 at 09:38

    What a beautiful spot for a relaxing vacation! Books and sun sound idyllic just now as we are inundated with rain and wind. Thanks for hosting MM, Maggie!

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  15. stardust20 November 2017 at 16:35

    Dear Maggie - Taking a break from the home routine and doing your favorite things in a relaxed way in such a bright, sunny Paphos is a real luxury for soul, mind, and body. I think all your photos speak about it. I’m happy to be part of Mosaic Monday, though my participation is mostly every other week. Thank you for hosting.

    Yoko

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  16. Angie20 November 2017 at 17:03

    Maggie - since the goal of my retirement is to 'let go', I am proud of you for "planning" a relaxing getaway without a fixed schedule. And ever so pleased that you let us get a glimpse into your sunny world! Enjoy the rest of your holiday, and thanks for hosting.

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  17. Linda20 November 2017 at 22:16

    Sounds like a great trip!

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  18. Mia21 November 2017 at 09:14

    I am so happy for your trip to beautiful Cyprus, my friend. Thank you for hosting. I am glad that I found your blog. Kisses from Greece, my friend.

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  19. Cranberry Morning21 November 2017 at 10:29

    It sounds pretty wonderful to me! I doubt I'll ever get there, so it's fun to read of someone else's visit.

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  20. Sarah21 November 2017 at 17:23

    Beautiful, Maggie! Looks like a romantic spot for your anniversary celebration. Happy Anniversary!

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Thanks for stopping by, your visit just made my day!

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