Paphos & Food Tourism: The Taste of Cyprus Festival is set to bring free, three-night street food and live entertainment to Paphos from July 31 to August 2, spotlighting both traditional recipes and modern Cypriot cuisine. Aviation & Travel Prestige: British-Cypriot easyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou was inducted into the Air Transport Hall of Fame for reshaping European air travel and making it more accessible. Family Travel Spotlight: National Geographic Traveller named Cyprus a top Mediterranean family getaway, highlighting Paphos for history, nature and easy beach access (including Tombs of the Kings, Avakas Gorge, Akamas and Lara Beach). Investment & Economy: President Christodoulides told the Invest Cyprus International Investment Awards that stability and growth are drawing foreign capital, as seven companies were honoured at Hilton Nicosia. Airport Watch: Cyprus airport traffic dipped in June, with passenger numbers down 4.11% overall—Larnaca fell while Paphos grew year-on-year. Middle East Demand Signal: Jet2 says summer bookings are up 7.1% after travellers delayed plans during Middle East uncertainty, with Cyprus among the strongest rebound destinations. Safety & Policy: Parliament will decide whether the Cyprus Lifesaving Federation can certify lifeguards, a move aimed at tightening pool safety standards. Wildfire Risk Abroad: Tragic Spain wildfires have killed at least 12, with reports of British victims found trapped in cars—an urgent reminder for travellers to follow evacuation guidance.