{"id":62,"date":"2020-08-10T14:29:37","date_gmt":"2020-08-10T14:29:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/ihaw2021\/?page_id=62"},"modified":"2022-01-25T13:38:24","modified_gmt":"2022-01-25T13:38:24","slug":"travel-info","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/thalassa2022\/travel-info\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; top_divider_style=&#8221;waves&#8221; top_divider_height=&#8221;76px&#8221; bottom_divider_style=&#8221;waves2&#8243; bottom_divider_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=&#8221;Travel Information&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;43px&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/thalassa2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/IMG_6943_11.jpg&#8221; parallax=&#8221;on&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;on&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; title_text_shadow_style=&#8221;preset1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; title_text=&#8221;IMG_6943_11&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;||97px|||&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; min_height=&#8221;363px&#8221;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||6px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/cyprusflightpass.gov.cy\/&#8221; button_text=&#8221;For information on travel requirements due to COVID-19 click here&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#44580E&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;1px&#8221; button_border_radius=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x3e;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_placement=&#8221;left&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;305px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Reminder: You should apply for a visa in good time, in case of any delays during processing.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span>If you require a visa invitation or accommodation confirmation letter, please email us at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@easyconferences.eu\">info@easyconferences.eu.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span><strong>Airports<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Cyprus is served by two International Airports;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hermesairports.com\/flight-info\/larnaka\/flight-search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Larnaca International Airport<\/a>, (LCA)\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hermesairports.com\/flight-info\/pafos\/flight-search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Paphos International Airport<\/a>, (PFO). More than 50 International Airlines connect Cyprus to the whole world; for more details regarding flights to\/from Cyprus, please visit the official website of both airports at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hermesairports.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.hermesairports.com<\/a>. Furthermore, domestic communication between both airports and all the major cities on the island is very quick and easy via the extensive highway system.<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Distances<\/strong>:<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Larnaca International Airport is located about 3km (1.8 miles) from Larnaca, 67km (42 miles) from Limassol and 142 km (88 miles) from Paphos.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Paphos International Airport is located about 15km (9 miles) from Paphos, 142 km (88 miles) from Larnaca and about 60km (37 miles) from Limassol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;79.8%&#8221; min_height=&#8221;4468px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-44px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;282px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Airport Transfers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Please note that participants have the following options for their transfers from \/to the airport:<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Private Taxi Transfers<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p align=\"justify\">Arrange for transfers by taxi through the conference coordinator, EasyConferences. These transfers are bookable online through\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.easyconferences.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>www.easyconferences.org<\/strong><\/a>. These transfers can be private (max 3 persons) or shared, are inclusive of meet and assist, and the service is guaranteed.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong>Note:<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>There will be a person waiting for you after Customs Formalities with a sign stating the conference name. You simply need to<u><span>\u00a0<\/span>tell your name to the taxi driver<\/u>, so that he can escort you to your taxi for you trip to your hotel.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">\n<h4><strong>How to meet your driver<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Larnaca Airport Arrivals<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/thalassa2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GUIDELINES_AIRPORT-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;GUIDELINES_AIRPORT&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;82%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; min_height=&#8221;641px&#8221; max_height=&#8221;100px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Paphos Airport Arrivals<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/cyprusconferences.org\/thalassa2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GUIDELINES_AIRPORT2-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;GUIDELINES_AIRPORT2&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;81%&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; min_height=&#8221;100px&#8221; height=&#8221;659px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Airport Taxis<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p align=\"justify\">Get an airport taxi on arrival to the airport. Service is quite good, but at times one may have to wait and prices may vary depending on the time of arrival.<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Car rentals<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p align=\"justify\">Participants may opt to hire a car during their stay, and thus use it for their airport transfers. Cars may be reserved through the conference coordinator, EasyConferences at special conference rates and are bookable online through\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.easyconferences.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.easyconferences.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong>Note:<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>On arrival please proceed to the booth of \u2018Astra Car Rental\u2019 company and the staff there (present 24\/7) will be able to assist you. You do not need a voucher. Simply mention your name and provide them with your driving license.<\/p>\n<p>The booth of \u2018Astra Car Rental\u2019 Company is located at:<br \/>i. Larnaca Airport: after the exit Custom Formalities, opposite you, slightly to the left.<br \/>ii. Paphos Airport: opposite you as soon as you exit Custom Formalities<\/p>\n<p>Please note that the Car Hire Daily Rates are valid for 24 hours. Each daily rental period starts from the moment that the car is picked up and is valid for 24 hours after that. In case that a car is kept for a period exceeding 24 hours then the renter will be charged for an additional day.<\/p>\n<p>Cars picked up from either Larnaca or Paphos airports in Cyprus are subject to an Airport Charge of 20 Euro to be paid locally.<\/p>\n<h5 align=\"justify\"><strong>Public Transportation<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Larnaca Airport to Larnaca<\/strong><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Tou can use one of the public bus routes to get to Larnaca City Centre (Central Bus Station) and<span>\u00a0<\/span><g class=\"gr_ gr_61 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace\" id=\"61\" data-gr-id=\"61\">afterwards<\/g><span>\u00a0<\/span>hop on another bus to reach your accommodation hotel. Please visit \u2018Zinonas Buses\u2019 webpage at<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zinonasbuses.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.zinonasbuses.com<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zinonasbuses.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>for routes, timetables and maps for all buses in Larnaca.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong>Paphos Airport to Larnaca<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>Once you arrive at Paphos Airport, you can use the public bus route 613 to reach Pervola-Karavela Station. Please visit \u2018OSYPA Buses\u2019 website at<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pafosbuses.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>www.pafosbuses.com<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>to find map and timetable.<br \/> <strong>Step 2:<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>From Pervola Station (Paphos) take the Public Bus Company \u2018Intercity Buses\u2019:<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.intercity-buses.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.intercity-buses.com<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>to get to Larnaca (Finikoudes Bus Stop).<span>\u00a0<\/span><br \/> <strong>Step 3:<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>Afterwards, use Larnaca public \u2018Zinonas buses to reach the hotel of your preference. Please visit their webpage at<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zinonasbuses.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.zinonasbuses.com<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>for routes and timetables.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Visa Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Important note for travelers<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As Cyprus is a candidate country bound to join the Schengen Area, Residents of non-EU countries who hold valid multiple-entry Schengen visas must first pass through a full Schengen member territory in order to utilize the visa in Cyprus. The Schengen Visa holder is allowed to travel to Cyprus directly from a Schengen member country without applying for a National Cypriot visa and stay in the Republic of Cyprus for the duration of their Schengen visa.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">The above arrangements\u00a0<strong>do not<\/strong>\u00a0apply for persons holding a Turkish or Azerbaijani passport. If you are affected, please visit the<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mfa.gov.cy\/mfa\/mfa2016.nsf\/mfa81_en\/mfa81_en?OpenDocument\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs website<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0on how to apply for a Cyprus Visa.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<h5 align=\"justify\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Where Visas are being issued<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p align=\"justify\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Visas will be issued by all the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mfa.gov.cy\/mfa\/mfa2016.nsf\/mfa50_en\/mfa50_en?OpenDocument\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Diplomatic Missions<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(Embassies and General Consulates) of the Republic of Cyprus, and by all the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mfa.gov.cy\/mfa\/mfa2016.nsf\/mfa52_en\/mfa52_en?OpenDocument\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Honorary Consulates<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0of the Republic of Cyprus abroad in their respective countries. Additionally visas can also be issued by the British High Commissions \/ Embassies in the following countries:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">ARGENTINE REPUBLIC, BAHREIN, HONG KONG, JAPAN, JORDAN, KAZAKHSTAN, KUWAIT, OMAN, SWITZERLAND, SUDAN, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (ABU DHABI, DUBAI) and UZBEKISTAN.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a id=\"info\"><\/a>For the latest information please visit the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mfa.gov.cy\/mfa\/mfa2016.nsf\/mfa81_en\/mfa81_en?OpenDocument\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0website.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>General Info<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"list_style\">\n<li>The voltage on the island is 240 Volts.\u00a0 Socket outlets are of flat 3-pin type.<\/li>\n<li>English is the second language and is widely spoken. A greater knowledge of French and German is increasingly noticeable.<\/li>\n<li>The currency of the Republic is the Euro.<\/li>\n<li>Banks in Cyprus open for the, public from 08:30 to 13:30 . Certain banks in tourist areas open during the afternoon.<\/li>\n<li>All types of medication are available in well stocked pharmacies all over Cyprus.<\/li>\n<li>Telephone: Cyprus automatic telephone dialing system reaches 206 countries. Telecards can be purchased from Post Offices, kiosks and souvenir shops.<\/li>\n<li>The two main ports are in Lemesos and Larnaca.<\/li>\n<li>Around 30 airlines connect Cyprus directly with most European and Middle-East countries, which provide ongoing services to anywhere in the world.<\/li>\n<li>Since May 2004 Cyprus is a full member of the European Community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Distances<\/strong><\/h3>\n<table width=\"100%\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><strong>From<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\"><strong>To<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"154\"><strong>Distance in km\/miles<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"132\"><strong>Distance in minutes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><strong>Larnaca Airport (LCA)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Nicosia City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">52 km (32.4mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">35 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Limassol City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">67 km (41.7mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">45 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Larnaca City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">6.5 km (4mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">10 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Paphos City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">133 km (82.5mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 20min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Protaras Town<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">67 km (41.9mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">45 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Agia Napa Town<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">58 km (36.1mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">40 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Coral Bay Area<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">142km (88.1mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 35min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Troodos Square<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">110km (68.6mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 25min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><strong>Paphos Airport (PFO)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Nicosia City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">145 km (90.3mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 40 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Limassol City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">62 km (38.7mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">45 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Larnaca City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">131 km (81.7mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 30min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Paphos City<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">10 km (6 mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">20 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Protaras Town<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">182 km (113.5mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">2h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Agia Napa Town<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">173 km (139 mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 50min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Coral Bay Area<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">24 km (14.6 mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">30 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"153\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"179\">Troodos Square<\/td>\n<td width=\"154\">61 km (37.4 mi)<\/td>\n<td width=\"132\">1h 15min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reminder: You should apply for a visa in good time, in case of any delays during processing. 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