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Welcome to the July 2011 edition of CTS News

...Your source of friendly insider news from unspoilt sunny Cyprus

List your Cyprus business for FREE on our Cyprus Business directory

But first a warm welcome to all our new readers - New subscribers please scroll to the bottom of the page to get your secret free gift.

The NEWS

Horrific explosion causes multiple deaths and misery for Cyprus and its residents

There is only one news item to focus on this month and that is the devastating explosion next to Cyprus' main power plant which killed 13 people and all but destroyed the island's main power source.

In the aftermath of the July 11th explosion at Zygi, between Limassol and Larnaca, angry calls are being made for the government to accept full responsibility for what can only be described as criminal negligence in storing a cargo of 98 containers of gunpowder in full sun next to the Vassilikos power plant.

Islanders are suffering at least 2 power cuts per day in the blazing Cyprus summer and, while tourist areas are not being cut off, if you have hired a villa or apartment away from the tourist areas, you will be suffering the same fate as other residents on the island.

Authorities are urging people NOT to use air conditioning units, but with temperatures hitting 40 degrees, the two older remaining power plants are struggling to keep going and could literally melt-down in the hot humid conditions.

Offers and Great Deals

Get a FREE business listing on the new Cyprus Travel Secrets business directory.
The directory is split into various sections, so whether you have a villa or apartment you'd like to promote, a shop or restaurant, a sports or activity business or any other type of business, you can promote it for FREE right here on this site.
And it's no ordinary business directory as your listing will appear as a web page on the site (see an example here) which you can then use to drive potential customers towards - great for small businesses like mobile hairdressers, who don't have their own websites. You can also add ONE picture to your web page listing - a great way for customers to SEE what you offer.
The only condition for your free listing is that you must write a MINIMUM of 300 words to tell people about your business. Why?
Because potential customers will think far more about using your business if you tell them a bit about what you offer.
In addition, if you already have a website and/or want to add up to 3 MORE pictures, you can pay a small ONE-TIME only fee of just €10 EUROS for a PERMANENT link to your website or Facebook page.
Whether you choose a FREE or premium listing, you can get your friends and family to post your new page on Facebook or other sites, creating "buzz" about your Cyprus business and hopefully driving more clients your way. What are you waiting for?
Find out more about how to enter your FREE Cyprus business listing here.

Save up to £500 on your 2012 Cyprus villa holiday!

Our high quality villa partner has just released its 2012 villa programme. The best villas always sell out fast for the peak months of July/August so if you want to re-book in the same villa, as you loved it so much, why not do it NOW and save £200 on a 7 night villa holiday and a massive £500 on a 14 night holiday- Save £200-£500 on a 2012 villa holiday
You must book a flight and villa package to qualify for the deal and you must book before the end of October 2011 for trips taking place between January 1st and December 31st 2012.
So if you fancy saving hundreds on an early booking deal with our high quality villa partner, take a look at the villas available in Cyprus or just choose another location altogether as the offer applies to villas worldwide!
Over 65 and looking for great value travel insurance?
It can be hard even getting a quote for travel insurance from some companies if you are over 65. But not with this company. I just booked an annual policy for my mum from Flexicover for just £157.
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So if you're looking for a high quality travel insurance at a great price, get a quote from Flexicover now and enter their free prize draw to win a city break for two people.

And still on offer for CTS subscribers...is the Cyprus Cycling Guide eBook - OFFER STILL ON ONLY FOR CTS News subscribers.
Yes the book is STILL on offer for subscribers and spring is on its way, THE perfect time to cycle in Cyprus.
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Latest Cyprus Travel Secrets

Here are our latest pages from the Cyprus Travel Secrets website.

Camping in Cyprus Have some fun camping in Cyprus. Find out where to stay and prices of the various campsites per night.

Reviews of cyprus hotels - Read comments from travellers who have already stayed at a hotel you may be considering for your next holiday.

Cyprus business directory Enter your FREE Cyprus business listing and create your very own webpage.

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Latest Weather in Polis and Latchi

It's HOT HOT HOT as you would expect for July in Cyprus. Remember to try to conserve as much power as possible due to the power crisis following the JULY 11th explosion and stay in the shade in the mid-day heat.

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That's all for this month.

See you next time

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