Discussions could see direct flights to North Cyprus

26-Sep-08 Christy Wyatt

Clients could soon fly directly to North Cyprus from the UK.

Negotiations are underway between Cypriot President, Demetris Christofias and Turkish Cypriot leader, Mehmet Ali Tabit, to change the rules regarding ports of entry to North Cyprus.
The agreement would mean travellers could fly direct to Ercan without having to touchdown in Turkey or travel via a South Cyprus airport.
The region is raising its luxury standards, according to Ramadan Ozdemir, MD of Direct Traveller.
"North Cyprus has seen a general trend towards new and existing five-star hotels incorporating spa facilities to their product offering," he said.
"With the upward trend towards hotel investment in North Cyprus, I believe this is gradually encouraging a rise in the standards of all properties in the region.
"Ultimately this is resulting in more choice for the luxury travel market."
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